Chapter: 335
His face was a mask of indifference. “Exactly. You should not have gone to the Yates Mansion."
"Why not? The agreement doesn't require your permission for me to meet others or stay out, does it?"
“You're free to stay with anyone except Joshua," he stated coldly.
She opened her mouth to respond, but he cut her off. "Remember our purpose here. I'm appalled by your actions."
Alicia choked back her words.
What was the use in explaining?
Would he even consider her side? He had already branded her as guilty.
Alicia's resolve wavered, and she began to think seriously about terminating the agreement.
Opening the door, she stepped out.
The door closed behind her with a resounding slam that hit Caden squarely.
He tolerated Alicia's outburst and the chill that swept in from the corridor, enduring it all.
Rooted to the spot, his face darkened slowly.
Despite her lack of skills, Alicia's temper was fierce.
Dwelling on it only worsened his headache, prompting him to breathe deeply and head for a shower.
As morning broke, Georgia noticed Alicia's absence.
Fearing to involve Joshua or the authorities, she ventured out alone to search for Alicia.
No sooner had she left than someone from behind clamped a hand over her mouth and nose, pulling her into a shadowed recess.
A stocky man confronted her. "Stay silent. I'm not here to harm or steal. I need to ask you something.”
Georgia, older and easily frightened, trembled uncontrollably.
He struck her face, and she fell silent immediately.
Blood filled her mouth, and some of her teeth loosened.
She sank to the ground, clutching her head, her hands trembling.
“Who was here last night?" demanded the man.
Georgia's thoughts remained active as she weighed her words carefully.
The man's impatience surged. "Speak up!" he demanded.
Hesitantly, she murmured, “I- don't know-"
“You serve the family, yet you're clueless?" he challenged. His tone grew threatening. "Be honest!"
With no further warning, he struck her again, dislodging one of her teeth.
In tears and agony, Georgia blurted out, “A lady from a prominent family and Alicia—"
He swiftly lifted his phone. "Ma'am, are you listening?"