Chapter: 495

"No." Caden's reply was swift and emotionless.

"You didn't even hesitate," Gerry noted with a tone of disbelief.

"You once saved her when you were competitors. Now that you have feelings for her, you won't act?"

Caden's brow furrowed. "Why do you think I care about her?"

Since Alicia had left, Caden hadn't spared her another thought.

He reverted to a strict schedule, immersing himself in work, ensuring not a moment was wasted.

He even managed to visit Joy Mansion now amidst his busy schedule.

However, Gerry, ever the idler, pointed out, "You're avoiding the truth by burying yourself in work."

"You have too much free time," Caden countered.

Gerry laughed. "Struck a nerve, did I? You're upset because I'm right."

Caden folded the newspaper and stood up.

Gerry taunted as he followed, “You fall for a woman for the first time and look where it gets you. I should feel pity, but somehow, I find it amusing. Even I, who have never been with anyone, am happier than you. What is it about you that Alicia disliked? Could it be how you are in bed? Or was it why she left with someone else that day?"

Caden stopped at the door, contemplating his next move.

Gerry spotted Ciara and Yolanda outside and immediately stopped talking.

Ciara, who was arranging flowers with Yolanda, noticed them. “Are you leaving already?" she inquired.

Yolanda glanced up at Caden.

Caden responded coolly, “Gerry's having an episode. We need to get him to the hospital for a shot."

Gerry, caught off-guard, remained silent, especially with Ciara there.

It was getting late, so Ciara did not hold them back.

As they settled into the car, Caden asked nonchalantly, “Did Alicia mention the gallery to you?"

Gerry was puzzled. "What gallery?"

Caden's expression turned somber. "Never mind."

It appeared Alicia wasn't interested.

"Fine. I won't push it," Caden decided.

Ciara then advised Yolanda, who was lingering, "You're not well. Try to get some rest early."

Yolanda hesitated, her thoughts preoccupied.

She had overheard Gerry's comments about Caden experiencing love for the first time.

Could Caden be involved with someone?

Yolanda had harbored feelings for Caden since her childhood but was often sidelined due to her frail health.

Now, seizing an opportunity for a marriage alliance, she had disregarded Dorian's counsel and come to Warrington, hoping to forge a closer bond with Caden.