Chapter 704:

“Gareth showed signs of betrayal long before the incident. My father was the first to notice, and he made plans to act before it was too late.”

Caden narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing Yolanda with suspicion.

She took a steadying breath before continuing, “My father never meant for it to go this far. He resented you for hurting me, Caden. That’s why he manipulated Gareth to push you into a corner. But you misunderstood his intentions — he was trying to protect you, to free you from a toxic influence.”

Caden’s expression remained guarded.

“If what you’re saying is true, I need proof.”

Yolanda had come prepared.

“I anticipated that. There’s someone who kept meticulous records of Gareth’s early embezzlement and secret alliances. I can bring him to you now if you wish.”

Caden held her gaze.

their ruthless industry had sharpened his instincts. Her words, though calculated, rang with a semblance of truth. He had suspected that Gareth’s betrayal was more than just cowardice. If it hadn’t

a tense moment,

“Take me to him.”

face, and a small,

seen this sooner. In this world, strong alliances are everything. Sacrificing yourself only

a quiet strength that made Yolanda’s pulse quicken.

“Caden—”

Yolanda’s heart sank momentarily, but

abide by their rules. A guard stepped forward,

we’ll need you to surrender any devices. I hope you

so he could return to Alicia. Without resistance, he complied with the

into the dimly lit room, the heavy door shut behind him. Yolanda emerged from

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