Chapter: 465

Given Caden's generosity, Alicia felt compelled to reciprocate in some way.

Changing the subject, Monica teased, “How's your sex life?"

Alicia blushed, focusing on her meal.

“It's alright."

Monica grinned, teasing further, “He must be quite something, huh?"

Alicia lowered her head further, murmuring, "He's OK."

In bed, Caden was the epitome of a gentleman-intense yet considerate, always ensuring her comfort.

She was genuinely impressed.

Monica noticed her blushing and laughed. “If he's so attentive in bed, he must have feelings for you."

Alicia was taken aback and quickly shook her head.

Their relationship had never ventured into romantic territory-it was strictly physical.

“\ihy else would he continue to support you?" Monica probed.

“We have an arrangement," Alicia replied.

"But Joshua's no longer in the picture," Monica pointed out.

"Remember how Caden drunkenly kissed you? I doubt he sees you just as a business partner," Monica challenged.

Alicia was uncertain.

Was Monica correct?

Did Caden have deeper feelings for her?

Monica grew more animated. "I can't stand this. I need to find a cute guy to liven up my night.”

Alicia nodded. “Try to find someone experienced yet still a virgin," she suggested.

“Forget it. Finding a virgin these days is tougher than finding an alien." Monica sighed.

After dining, they went shopping. Soon after, Monica's phone rang with a call from the lab. "Did you take some medicine out? Someone's making it difficult for me."

Monica turned aside and whispered, “I'll be right back to explain everything."

Alicia expressed her concern. “Is everything alright?"

Trying not to alarm Alicia, Monica downplayed the situation. “It's just a minor issue with my coursework. My professor is expecting me."

She managed the explanation smoothly, and Alicia suspected nothing amiss.

Alicia pulled out her phone and said, "I'll call you a cab."

After Monica departed, Alicia decided to visit Caden's company. As she turned to leave, a men's scarf in a shop window caught her eye.

The scarf's simple design and elegant color instantly made her think of Caden, who seldom wore scarves despite the chilly Warrington winters.

On impulse, she purchased the scarf.