Chapter: 510

A wave of surprise washed over her.

Next to him stood Yolanda, the woman from the airport.

Alicia averted her gaze as Caden looked her way.

Her assistant, recognizing Caden, expressed surprise. "Mr. Ward? Are you also dining here?"

Caden, unfamiliar with her but aware of her connection to Alicia, simply confirmed, "Yes."

Though Yolanda stood by his side, Caden's attention remained fixed on Alicia.

Alicia's assistant, noticing Yolanda, inquired with a light-hearted smile, "Is this your girlfriend, Mr. Ward? She's quite attractive."

Yolanda's cheeks tinged with color, but she remained silent.

Caden responded with a dismissive tone, "She's just a friend."

Both parties found themselves heading to the restaurant's top floor, renowned for its panoramic views and premium pricing-a serendipitous yet awkward coincidence.

As the elevator continued its ascent, Caden casually broke the silence. "Ms. Bennett, fancy seeing you here. Business or pleasure tonight?"

Before Alicia could respond, Yolanda turned sharply, her eyes searching Alicia's face for clues.

Alicia was taken aback when Caden started a conversation with her.

She raised her head stiffly and managed a strained smile. "I'm treating my client to a business dinner."

Caden glanced at her sideways.

He could feel the distance she put between them.

Their unresolved issues made the presence of Yolanda even more uncomfortable, leaving Little to say.

Alicia was relieved that Caden did not make any inappropriate remarks in such a setting.

However, she couldn't ignore Yolanda's intense gaze.

Yolanda's eyes were piercing, as if she wanted to see through Alicia.

Alicia was uncertain about the nature of Caden and Yolanda's relationship, but she was sure that Yolanda had feelings for him.

When the elevator reached the top floor, Alicia purposely lagged behind to let them exit first.

Yolanda instinctively pulled at Caden's sleeve.

She then turned back and offered a sweet, harmless smile as she said goodbye to Alicia's assistant.

Meanwhile, her eyes lingered on Alicia's face for a moment.

Alicia returned her gaze without any emotion.

After a few steps, Yolanda withdrew her hand.

This action helped her avoid any possible unpleasant words from Caden.

She then casually asked, "Caden, do you know the older lady in the elevator earlier?"

Caden did not reply directly. Instead, he commented, "She's younger than you."