Chapter 204:

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Alice was relieved that her physical condition remained good, as her menstrual pains quickly disappeared. She gathered her strength and continued teaching her students with dedication for the next few days. At the same time, she was busy preparing the Christmas play.

The school had high expectations and Alice worked hard, often rehearsing with her students until late. That afternoon, after her last student had left with her parents, Alice decided to stay in the empty piano room, playing a piece just for herself.

The melodious tones of the piano seemed to gnaw at his heart, like a beast. In the end, he only felt emptiness.

When the music ended, she sat quietly, deep in thought. That's when Monica called her.

Alice took several deep breaths to calm herself. “Alice, it’s very late,” Monica said quietly. “I'm at the school gate. Come out!”

Alice looked at the clock and saw that it was already after ten. The Warrington winter was bitterly cold.

Seeing Monica, Alice took her hands and smiled. “Well? Do you feel warmer now?”

Monica's hands were cold from waiting outside. She laughed when Alicia warmed them. "I was so worried about you."

Alice felt confused. “What have I done?”

Monica stared at her.

Within a few days, Alicia had visibly lost weight. At first glance, she didn't seem to have changed, but her intense dedication in the classroom hinted at an underlying problem. Monica could see that Alicia had truly fallen in love with Caden.

on, I’ll treat you to something delicious,” Monica suggested, linking arms with her. “I bought a car! I covered it in glitter film

car and couldn't help but

time. Alicia sensed that Monica might be hiding something, so she played along as

been seen at the airport

them. Caden held her hand as they walked down the steps and then dragged her to the car. Their closeness was undeniable. Although the photos were blurry due to them being candid shots, this blurriness somehow made them seem

she hadn't noticed anything. Monica watched her with

"Alice, are you okay?"

“Caden and I were never serious. We were just using each other. That was there. “I’m

who had never experienced a romantic relationship, was unsure how to comfort Alicia. She pulled out a card and gave

I've saved, plus some help from my father. Use it to start your

card, her eyes filled with tears. Caden had selected the ideal location in Warrington, had prepared all the paperwork, and had even arranged for her to get clients and investors. But she had rejected it all. She was

of setting up a business would be difficult, but Alice was determined to face any obstacles. She didn't want to drag Monica into this. "I'll pay you back as soon as possible," she

paying me. “If

late when Monica finally dropped Alicia off at

call me if you need anything,” Monica reminded

“Have

in the

alert. I

on the phone, watching the live

with satisfaction. “Why the rush? Give

with someone new, Alicia was now on the back burner. How long could she

for

ending the call, Lilliana came

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