Chapter 712:

He dialed her number, pressing the phone to his ear. It rang, but no one answered. Frustrated, he decided to call Joy Mansion. The line clicked, and Aylin’s cheerful and polite voice came through.

“Good morning, Mr. Ward. You’re calling quite early. Is there something you need?”

Caden’s voice was steady but laced with urgency.

“Did Alicia stay at Joy Mansion last night?”

There was a pause before Aylin responded, “She did come by, sir, but I was just finishing my shift, so I’m not certain if she stayed overnight. One moment, please—I’ll check the guest room.”

Aylin set the receiver down and glanced up to see Benedict descending the staircase, a deep frown on his face.

“Good morning, Mr. Ward,” she greeted.

He halted, eyes narrowing.

“Who’s on the phone?”

thrill at g aln ov el s

Mr. Caden Ward,”

if Ms. Bennett is here. Have you seen

name twisting his features as if it

handle this,” he said, waving her

he knew he had to verify it himself. The timing was suspicious, and he had no idea why someone would send

you saying anything?” Caden’s sharp voice

blinked, gripping the receiver

Joy Mansion,” he lied, the weight of the words

her call you once

Caden wasn’t convinced.

call me now. Tell Aylin to knock on

few heavy seconds, enough to

she?” Caden’s voice was heavy,

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