Chapter: 624

Gerry was left speechless.

That sudden jab felt completely uncalled for.

After leaving the vineyard, Caden made his way back to his apartment.

When he opened the door, a cold draft greeted him.

His expression stiffened as he surveyed the empty living room.

The table was empty, and the lights remained off.

Only Cade rushed toward him, eagerly licking his hand.

Caden took a moment to process the emptiness around him.

Afterwards, he decided to call Alicia.

Her voice came through, lacking warmth. "What's going on?"

"Are you still busy?" Caden asked.

"Yeah. What's the matter?" she replied.

It appeared she had completely forgotten their earlier conversation.

Caden struggled to keep his temper in check.

“Are you really not going to cook tonight?" he asked.

Alicia replied as if the thought had just crossed her mind, “I'm swamped with work. Don't wait up for me."

From her tone, Caden sensed something was off.

"You don't want me to wait up? Does that mean you won't be home for dinner?" he asked.

"What do you think?" Alicia chuckled. "Which part did you not understand?"

Caden suddenly realized something.

With a forced smile, he replied, "Alicia, you really got me this time."

Alicia retorted, “Where is that coming from, Mr. Ward? Did I ever promise to have dinner with you tonight?"

Caden countered, "Then why did you ask what I wanted to eat?"

“I was just curious. I never said I would cook," she clarified.

Caden found himself at a loss for words.

“Well played, Alicia," he thought to himself.

Alicia continued with a polite tone, “I know someone as refined as you would prefer a home-cooked meal. Would you like me to recommend a reliable maid? She's a local from Warrington, and her cooking will definitely meet your standards."

Caden hung up the phone without another word.

Caden was so furious that it made his stomach ache.

He turned around and was about to walk out of the apartment.