Chapter 153:

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"Idiot!"

Caden wasn't sure if she was angry at his rudeness or at him using her nickname for the pup. Either way, her voice sounded oddly sweet to him.

The water splashed more violently in the bathtub.

Alice's sense of shame had completely disappeared. Her emotions took over, and her body trembled as soft sobs escaped her.

Caden relished these moments. Watching her cry made her seem helpless as she clung to him tightly, desperate for any sense of stability.

It gave her the satisfaction of knowing that he was the only one she could trust.

The puppy noticed Alice's tears and sensed that something was wrong. He stopped his playful movements, tilting his head in confusion as he watched her.

From time to time, Alice caught his innocent and curious gaze.

Her face turned red and she cursed Caden under her breath.

Caden freed one hand and gestured for the pup to come closer.

Although he had only been in his new home for a week, the puppy was surprisingly obedient. He snuggled into her fingers.

Caden gently covered her eyes. “Mom is a little shy. Don’t stare at her.”

After that day, everything went smoothly. Alicia's skills were undeniable and, with Caden's support, everything went swimmingly.

In his spare time, he used to bring gifts when he visited Harley in the hospital.

Harley's recovery from surgery was going well, and Alicia spared no expense. She made sure Harley received the best care, from living conditions to medication.

time to time, feeling guilty every time she saw the cupboards full of

contributed much. You shouldn't spend

felt a pang of

you agreed to help me?” I have

She made it clear that if I left, I'd never find another job as an assistant. With Harley’s

"punching bag" and thought of Lilliana's attitude, she realized that

pang of sympathy

as hard anymore,” Alice said quietly. “When this is all over, the Green family won't bother you and you'll be able to find a

at her with a

sorry

clear that Alicia's life was in a much

because I want to. Besides, you

her throat as emotion

Alice said softly. She then offered more comforting words that

smile. It was then that

to

that she frequently visited to

revealing that it contained a

you should go home. Don’t keep

gaze to the bag and quickly turned red, feeling a

casually mentioned that he needed new ones last time, so she grabbed

now. Take care of

“I will,” Gina replied.

to attract attention, Gina did not accompany her. Alicia had not gone very far when she crossed paths

looked irritated. On the other hand, Joshua had a

stopped abruptly when he saw Alicia. Even behind

had happened between them

her temper and said, "Joshua, what a coincidence. We actually

Joshua didn't seem fazed.

She's my ex-wife. She

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