Chapter 871:

Lucilla ended the call and faced them, hastily wiping her tears. “Ms. Bennett, Caden.”

Alicia responded with a gentle nod, keeping her thoughts to herself. She knew that if Lucilla was indeed seeking financial aid, Caden was the probable target, not her.

They all walked back to the main hall, where Ciara was now present.

Upon seeing Lucilla’s distress, Yvonne quickly approached, her concern evident. “Lucilla, why are you upset?”

The room’s attention turned to her as she lowered her head, tears streaming.

Yvonne lifted her niece’s chin, her voice loud. “Don’t hesitate to tell us. We’re all here for you. Who caused this?”

Lucilla, however, remained silent, offering no reply.

Yvonne sighed, offering a moment of comfort to Lucilla before using the situation as a pretext to leave with Ciara for Joy Mansion.

Ciara and ensure she didn’t become overly accommodating. Jasmine reassured him, “Don’t worry, sir. Mrs. Ward is sharp-witted. She’s even more astute than

distance. “Caden, are you joining

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responded reflexively, “No, I have plans tonight.” Alicia’s days had been filled lately, and her evenings were the only free time

at Joy Mansion. Ciara acknowledged his response, then turned to

“Shall we go, Alicia?”

Caden’s expression flickered.

settled into the car and the driver prepared to depart, Caden impulsively opened the door and climbed

foreseeing his change of heart, teased,

free this afternoon, so I

replied, “Oh, so you’re still leaving us

“Are you staying

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response was deliberately vague. “I’m not sure of

a smile. “Who are you accompanying tonight, me

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