Chapter: 482

Alicia seized a nearby object and sprang into action.

The attacker underestimated her, engaging half-heartedly. He was unprepared for her swift and powerful response, and she shattered a vase over his head in the midst of his distraction.

Blood poured out immediately.

He stiffened, his eyes empty as he fell to the floor under Alicia's intense stare.

Gasping for breath, Alicia swiftly dialed the police and then knelt to assess the escort's condition.

Thankfully, his injuries were minor.

The police and an ambulance arrived at the same time, taking the assailant and the escort to the hospital, while Alicia headed to the police station.

In the back of the police car, Alicia observed the assailant on the stretcher, her mind reeling from the shock.

She was not surprised by the altercation, considering her previous entanglements with Joshua and Lilliana.

Lately, Caden had managed to maintain stability, allowing her a semblance of peace.

Her recent preoccupation with Caden had made her forget possible dangers.

Reflecting quietly, Alicia realized that without the self-defense training from Caden's coach, she might not have been able to protect herself so effectively tonight.

She could have been seriously harmed.

At the station, Alicia cooperated fully and gave her statement with candor.

“Don't worry, Ms. Bennett. We're thoroughly investigating. Your ordeal won't be in vain," reassured the officer.

This unexpected kindness caught Alicia off guard.

She did not feel worthy of such courtesy from an officer but responded with a grateful nod.

After completing her statement, the officer informed her, “Your family has been notified. Please sign here, and you can go."

Confused, Alicia responded, "My family?"

Knowing Monica was incapacitated, she wondered who they had contacted.

The officer clarified, "Mr. Ward. He vouched for you during your last visit here. We remember you clearly."

Alicia remained quiet, now understanding the source of the courteous treatment-it was due to Caden.

She expressed her thanks to the officer and then called Caden once outside the interrogation room.

His response was detached. "You gave in faster than I expected."

Alicia tensed, her lips tightening.

“I just wanted to clarify that the police misunderstood our relationship, so they contacted you. There's no need for you to come. I can manage on my own."

A pause hung in the air briefly.

Caden's voice came again. "I'm outside the station. You'll see me when you exit."

As the call ended, Alicia looked up at the reflective glass, her hand falling to her side.

The events had left her unrested and in shock.