Chapter: 150

Whether it was the effect of the medicine or Shelia's attempt to comfort him, Jerald, though pale, said nothing further.

He had long accepted that Caden's personality wasn't one to contend with.

Arguing wouldn't solve anything, and Jerald knew he couldn't risk worsening his own health.

He brushed off Shelia's hand. "Where's Joshua? Why isn't he here yet?"

Shelia offered a smile. "Joshua's always busy, staying late at work until eleven or twelve most nights. But I made sure to tell him we're having dinner tonight, so he should be back by eight."

She wanted Jerald to witness how hard Joshua worked.

Just then, Jerald's eyes landed on Alicia.

He blinked, disoriented by his illness. “Is that Alicia?"

Alicia slowly approached, her hands folded in front of her. She responded softly, "Yes, Jerald."

Jerald frowned. “Why are you acting so distant?"

Shelia chimed in from the side, eager to explain. "Alicia and Joshua have already divorced. Joshua's now engaged to Lilliana, the Green family's daughter. She's three months pregnant."

Jerald, hearing the name "Green," showed little reaction. "I don't meddle in these young folks' affairs. But why is Alicia still staying here after the divorce?"

Alicia kept her head lowered, silent.

Shelia chuckled. “Joshua feels sorry for her. He lets her stay here to look after you. And, of course, she's paid monthly for it."

Caden let out a quiet laugh at that.

Alicia remained expressionless.

Jerald waved it off, disinterested. “Let her be."

Without another word, Alicia retreated to the tea room. She mixed a packet of cold medicine with water, seeking relief from her growing illness.

As she stirred, Georgia's voice suddenly sounded behind her. "Ms. Bennett, are you feeling unwell?"

Alicia glanced back at her, her tone distant. "It's nothing."

With that, she downed the medicine in one gulp.

Georgia always made sure to put on a pleasant face, especially now that Jerald was awake. She couldn't afford to slip. "You were out in the rain for so long today. You're bound to catch a cold. Let me make you some ginger tea to warm you up."

Alicia wasn't buying it. There was no way Georgia was suddenly so kind-hearted.

"Then make enough for everyone. Shelia and Caden were in the rain too. They could use some tea."

Without a word or any sign of emotion, Georgia turned on her heel and left.

When the tea was ready, bowls were placed in front of each person.

Shelia didn't touch hers, claiming she avoided anything spicy at night.

Caden was even more dismissive, not bothering to look at his.

Alicia stared at her own bowl.

The ginger tea, sweetened with brown sugar, had a comforting aroma.