Chapter 344:

Alicia blinked in surprise.

Really? Wait, did Ciara just call herself a troublemaker?

Realizing her words might have come across as too bold, especially for someone her age, Ciara quickly cleared her throat and softened her tone.

“What I meant is, I’m healthy and not easily startled.

Say what’s on your mind, and let’s see if there’s anything I can do.”

Alicia paused, carefully considering her next words.

Noticing Alicia’s hesitation, Ciara leaned forward, her voice gentle but firm.

“You don’t need to worry, dear.

I’m not here to play matchmaker for Caden.

Trust me, I wouldn’t push you into anything.”

Alicia was about to speak but then paused.

Sorry, Alicia.

That’s not entirely true, Ciara thought to herself.

Despite her calm demeanor and warm smile, her mind was elsewhere.

all, a sweet old

that in mind, Alicia finally felt comfortable enough

“Mrs.

you believe in

and shook

spend more time at fundraisers than

polite nod,

an eyebrow and

like

her

“No, I don’t.

just needed to

I wouldn’t want to offend you with what

Ciara smiled kindly.

can speak

make sure Ciara

Yates Mansion, she

in a niche in the side hall, and she mentioned it

to truly believe in

Ciara scoffed softly.

She’s far

to wash

the real story behind how

on Ciara’s heart, an ache she could

still

her sorrow, felt a

country wasn’t

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