Chapter: 505

Gerry paused, momentarily caught off guard by the mention of Yolanda.

"Well, regarding that, Caden and her—" he stumbled, unsure of how to explain, reflecting his own confusion about Caden's feelings towards Yolanda.

Caden maintained his distance, yet at the airport, he embraced her amidst swirling rumors, and remained passive about the gossip.

Did Caden truly desire both women?

The tension in the air escalated. Alicia fell silent, her thoughts entangled.

Returning to his apartment, Caden entered and surveyed the room. Each glance deepened the chill across his features.

Earlier, seeing Alicia, he wondered if she still harbored feelings for him.

Yet, her purpose was clear-she was there to clean out her belongings.

He had misjudged her resolve.

Alicia appeared gentle, but her decisiveness left mo room for negotiation.

Stepping inside, he noticed the absence of the small, irritating items, leaving him feeling unexpectedly hollow.

Did he regret his actions?

Absolutely.

Yet, he believed he had exhausted all possible efforts.

Alicia had consistently rejected his attempts, both tender and forceful, refusing to compromise further.

Discarding an unlit cigarette, he proceeded to the bedroom for a shower.

Noticing the bed, he realized the pink bed set was gone.

Although he disliked the color, its removal symbolized a total severance.

Was she trying to completely erase their past?

His expression darkened further with each thought.

Consumed by a rising anger, he entered the bathroom, the cool shower barely masking his frustration.

Emerging, he found a text from Gerry.

“I've dropped her off."

Typically unreliable, Gerry had at least managed this task effectively.

Caden ignored the message, lighting a cigarette to soothe his nerves.

Looking around, he was painfully reminded of their intimate moments throughout the apartment.

Her presence lingered in every corner, rekindling desires that the shower had momentarily quenched.

Feeling overwhelmed, he admitted to himself her undeniable allure.

He knew too well that resisting her, if she were to return, would be futile.

Alicia hadn't expected him to take the matter so seriously, and for a moment, words failed her.