Chapter: 299

Gina stood facing away from the door, wiping her tears while her shoulders trembled visibly.

Alicia watched from outside the window, feeling her heart ache at the sight.

The hospital had already started the fundraising campaign, and Alicia made a contribution.

Harley had no part in the mess that led to this.

After some time, Alicia and Monica decided to part ways.

Alicia wasted no time. She immediately sent a message to Caden.

"I need to see you right away.”

Caden read the message and responded quickly. "Head to the apartment."

After replying, he left to buy some condoms.

Alicia was already waiting downstairs at Caden's office building.

"I can come up if you're free now," she messaged him.

Caden was a little surprised at her eagerness.

Did she want to do this in the office?

He couldn't deny that the idea of having sex in his office was intriguing.

Caden responded, "Yes. I've granted you access. Go on up.”

Alicia's reply came quickly. “Are you not in the office?"

“I'll be there soon. Just wait for me," Caden answered.

He had just arrived at the pharmacy and was in the middle of picking up a few things.

He carefully chose two boxes of condoms and added several aftercare products to the basket.

After finishing his shopping, Caden made his way back to the company.

On the way in, he ran into Hank.

Hank looked anxious, and was holding his phone as if it were burning his hand. "It's Mrs. Ward," he said.

Caden frowned. "Why haven't you answered it?"

Hank replied, "I answered the first call, but she insisted on speaking directly with you. She sounded really upset. I think she's ready to come storming over here."

The phone continued ringing persistently and the sound was growing more and more grating.

Caden sighed, realizing he had no choice. Thereafter, He headed toward the lounge to take the call.

As soon as he answered, Ciara began demanding answers. “Your doctor told me you haven't gone for your follow-up in ages. Care to explain why?"

Caden had anticipated this.

He replied in a flat tone, "I've been feeling fine."

"Not this again! You always use that excuse to avoid your treatments. Do you think I'm that easy to fool?" she snapped.