Chapter 96:

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Joshua was stunned.

Lilliana did too. Instinctively she reached out to touch his face, showing remorse.

Despite his strong character, he understood the meaning of pride for a man and regretted his impulsive action.

It had been nothing more than a momentary lapse.

Joshua's face darkened and he pushed his hand away. He fought to contain his anger and managed to say, "If you don't listen to me, fine. I'm exhausted. I'll sleep in the living room tonight."

Lilliana, still angry, turned away, unwilling to speak.

“If you leave now, don't bother coming back!” she declared. Joshua left despite her warning.

When the door slammed shut, Lilliana bit her lip in frustration.

Furious, she threw a pillow at the door and shouted, "Joshua, go to hell!"

She burst into tears. When her tears had passed, she began to reflect on recent events and realized that things didn't add up.

Since his divorce from Alicia, Joshua had become less attentive and passionate.

Was he tired of her or was there someone else?

His suspicions increased.

The time had come to investigate Joshua further.

The days flew by.

evidence provided by

were insufficient to seriously damage Joshua's reputation. She had given him the money willingly at the time. Even if the

could

Caden had once

which led to no contact between

were these

it must have been a big

this mystery could be a turning point

renewed determination, Alicia was more determined than ever to

thought of Caden again. Although he was known for his cunning and playful banter, he had a unique gift for making her feel protected

Reluctant to ask him

Caden was attending

Hank noticed Caden

over and asked quietly, "Mr. Ward, did you miss something

keeping a firm demeanor,

waiting for a message from

scheduled for the next day, and Caden was sure Alicia would attend. He wondered

Weren't you worried anymore?

to a close,

up to

asked, "Do you have

do you ask?”

a social event tonight that might

then paused briefly,

Randolph extend several invitations to me after the last banquet?” I have asked, pondering the

“Yes, you had already declined

I’ll be visiting his house

was surprised. “Randolph? Really, Mr.

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