Chapter 24:

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Gerry let out a chuckle. “You know I didn't mean that.”

Even though she had been making fun of Caden moments ago, the idea of ​​Alicia and Caden having some sort of romantic relationship seemed absurd to her. The idea of ​​two people who seemed to butt heads at every turn, but shared a kind of forbidden tension, was oddly amusing. Who wouldn't find that scenario entertaining?

But Caden had a peculiar problem: he found it impossible to develop feelings for someone who constantly clashed with him. As for Alicia, the idea of ​​getting involved with her ex-husband's older brother was simply out of the question.

“Let’s go eat,” Gerry decided to change the conversation. “You're not feeling very well, so eat something and go home soon.”

Alice agreed.

He brought up the subject of the stained seat again. “I’ll take the car and have all the seats replaced,” I suggested.

Gerry, known for his meticulous attention to detail, normally didn't tolerate such things. However, he had just started collaborating with Alicia and was genuinely impressed by the song she had recorded that night. The stain didn't bother him. “It's not a big deal. “I’ll have someone else take care of it later.”

Alice didn't let it go. "That's not right, Mr. Hopkins. I have to make it up to you properly."

Seeing her determination, Gerry finally gave in. “Fine, I’ll deduct the cost from your payment. Is that okay?”

Alice agreed without hesitation. “Sounds good to me.”

With that settled, Alice turned her attention to Caden. “How much do I owe you for the jacket?”

a limited edition. You can't put a price on

Alice immediately felt uncomfortable.

give it back to you. It's better to sort things out right

it down, there’s really no

eyes in surprise. She stared

drugs, for borrowing

but Caden cut her off.

him was something she had decided on her own. If Caden really wanted to challenge her, she wouldn't be able to

Alice dropped the conversation and focused on

intently. “What's that supposed to mean? What kind of

your food.” Sometimes, his mood was unpredictable. When

just being naughty. Who cares about a limited

with

him to come over. “Hey, eat here. “I’ve

looked in her direction, showing little

in close, eager to hear the gossip. Who wouldn't

just enough for Alicia to hear. “He likes married women.” He made sure Caden could hear

her eyes

married women. She couldn't help but glance in his direction. Her face

remembered that time in Caden's office. He had

“Come on, laugh.

After the meal was over, Gerry arranged for someone to look after his Rolls-Royce. He had some urgent business and needed to leave. Before he left, he said to Caden, “You can argue, but it's late. Make

Gerry left, he called a

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