Chapter 368:

As they stepped into the hall, Caden spotted Alicia laughing and engaging with a group of young people as they made their way to the dining table.

For a brief moment, their eyes locked.

Alicia skillfully composed herself, maintaining a polite smile on her face.

Caden remained composed as well, passing his jacket to a nearby attendant.

A prominent brown scar on his partially exposed arm caught Alicia’s attention.

Alicia stood frozen, momentarily taken aback.

The scar flashed before her eyes for just an instant.

As Caden pulled back his hand, he rolled down his sleeve and continued chatting with Cliff as they walked away.

Alicia felt a heaviness settle in her chest.

It was a burn mark, unmistakably located right there.

It was clearly a result of Shelia’s acid.

He had assured her he was fine back then.

protect himself from the acid, how could

“Ms.

Bennett.”

broken by

up to see who was

“Mrs.

she greeted with a

the guests here are friends and relatives of our family, so you

comfortable

join their

Alicia nodded in agreement.

“Alright, Mrs.

familiar faces would certainly

not dwell on it for

her over while Gerry pulled out a chair, saying,

to Alicia’s surprise, Madison settled her beside

be sure to look after

Bennett.

time

eyes widened in

and protested, “Mom, this is not

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