Chapter: 282

“Right, because I've had wet dreams too. You looked way too guilty for it to be a mere wet dream." Monica didn't seem to believe her.

“Who's this mystery man you're hiding?"

Alicia responded smoothly, “Definitely not Joshua. You can be sure of that."

"Did you sleep with that man?" Monica pressed.

Alicia groaned, closing her eyes. "Suddenly, my head is killing me."

Monica stared at her, feeling exasperated.

Feeling frustrated, Monica gave Alicia's butt a few light smacks.

Monica looked at her seriously. “Are you truly happy with him?"

Alicia paused for a moment to ponder.

In some ways, yes. Especially when it came to sex.

Caden had a touch that was hard to forget.

“Yeah, I suppose," she muttered.

He had come to her rescue more than once.

And even if his intentions weren't entirely selfless, it didn't change the fact that he had helped her a lot.

Seeing that Alicia seemed content, Monica decided to let it go.

“So, how long do you plan to keep pretending with Joshua?"

“At first, I planned to gather stronger evidence through the Gray family, but it turned out to be far more challenging than I expected. I had barely started, and now I'm stuck here in the hospital,"

Alicia stated solemnly.

Monica gave her a concerned look. "For now, avoid anything too dangerous. Try to find other evidence."

"I've already hired someone to dig up proof of Joshua's affair with Lilliana during our marriage. Maybe that'll be enough," Alicia replied.

“Joshua is a crafty man." Monica was worried. “And even if you manage to get all the evidence you need, what then? Have you thought about how you'll handle retaliation from the Yates and Green families?"

Alicia had once been fearless, feeling invincible because nothing had happened before. But now, with her injuries, she realized how truly dangerous these people were.

Monica knew they had to plan carefully.

Alicia tightened her fists with determination etched in her eyes.

Caden's image surfaced in her thoughts.

Facing both powerful families alone would be impossible, but with a strong ally, she had a chance to change the outcome.

Once Monica was sure Alicia was alright, she slipped out of the hospital, avoiding any trouble with the nurses.

Shortly after Monica left, Hank entered the room carrying a fruit basket and flowers.

"Ms. Bennett, are you okay?" he asked.

Alicia accepted the gifts with a polite smile. "They're just a few minor injuries. Thank you."