Chapter 483:

But no matter how much she focused, thoughts of Caden and Yolanda crept in, tormenting her.

What could he possibly be doing with Yolanda? The hours dragged on, each one more torturous than the last.

As the afternoon wore on, her shift was nearly over.

Blake, who had been watching her closely, noticed her alternating between quiet sadness and flashes of irritation.

He could tell her mind was on Caden.

“Want to grab dinner tonight? My treat,” Blake offered.

Alicia managed a faint smile but shook her head.

“Thanks, Blake, but I’m not hungry.

You go ahead.”

Blake raised an eyebrow.

“Don’t let a guy mess with your peace of mind.”

She forced a smile.

“I’m fine, really.”

Blake gave her a serious look, unconvinced.

“Your face tells a different story.

Looks like Caden’s been giving you a rough time.”

Alicia’s hand instinctively went to her face.

“Is it that obvious?”

Blake chuckled.

are good with him, you’re practically

like the light’s

didn’t respond, but

hadn’t realized her

placed a glass of water in front of

“Take a break.

pushing yourself too hard, whether

eye drops from his pocket and handed

“Here.

great for

bought two, so this one’s

You can have it.”

her with gentle

“Your eyes are red.

Hasn’t Caden noticed?”

of disappointment

familiar voice cut through

red veins in

“But with Mr.

I can see how hard he’s trying to drive

Alicia and Blake

doorway, impeccably dressed, his gaze sharp and laced with faint mockery that sent a chill

paused, his

go ahead

keep our honored guest company.” He spat the words with thick sarcasm, casting

gaze shifted toward

of them,

“Alright.

go ahead,” she replied softly, feigning interest in the documents she

forward, motioning for Caden to

“Shall we, Mr.

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