Chapter 204:


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    Alice was relieved that her physical condition remained good, as her menstrual pains quickly disappeared. She gathered her strength and continued teaching her students with dedication for the next few days. At the same time, she was busy preparing the Christmas y.


    The school had high expectations and Alice worked hard, often rehearsing with her students untilte. That afternoon, after herst student had left with her parents, Alice decided to stay in the empty piano room, ying a piece just for herself.


    The melodious tones of the piano seemed to gnaw at his heart, like a beast. In the end, he only felt emptiness.


    When the music ended, she sat quietly, deep in thought. That''s when Monica called her.


    Alice took several deep breaths to calm herself. “Alice, it’s veryte,” Monica said quietly. “I''m at the school gate. Come out!”


    Alice looked at the clock and saw that it was already after ten. The Warrington winter was bitterly cold.


    Seeing Monica, Alice took her hands and smiled. “Well? Do you feel warmer now?”


    Monica''s hands were cold from waiting outside. Sheughed when Alicia warmed them. "I was so worried about you."


    Alice felt confused. “What have I done?”


    Monica stared at her.


    Within a few days, Alicia had visibly lost weight. At first nce, she didn''t seem to have changed, but her intense dedication in the ssroom hinted at an underlying problem. Monica could see that Alicia had truly fallen in love with Caden.


    “Come on, I’ll treat you to something delicious,” Monica suggested, linking arms with her. “I bought a car! I covered it in glitter film and even embedded pink diamonds in the license te. “You’re the first one to ride with me as a passenger.”


    Alicia took one look at the car and couldn''t help but praise its stunning appearance.


    That night, Monica kept the conversation going non-stop. She didn''t stop talking the whole time. Alicia sensed that Monica might be hiding something, so she yed along as best she could. However, secrets can''t be kept forever.


    As they ate dinner, the restaurant screen was showing the news. Earlier that day, Caden had returned to the city and had been seen at the airport with a young woman. The camera hadn''t captured the woman''s face, but her bearing denoted wealth and status. She was close to Caden, veryfortable.Please check at N/?vel(D)rama.Org.


    The series of photos focused on them. Caden held her hand as they walked down the steps and then dragged her to the car. Their closeness was undeniable. Although the photos were blurry due to them being candid shots, this blurriness somehow made them seem even more intimate.


    Alicia looked away and continued eating, pretending she hadn''t noticed anything. Monica watched her with concern.


    "Alice, are you okay?"


    Alicia reassured her: “Caden and I were never serious. We were just using each other. That was there. “I’m fine.”


    Monica, who had never experienced a romantic rtionship, was unsure how tofort Alicia. She pulled out a card and gave it to her.


    “This is all the money I''ve saved, plus some help from my father. Use it to start your business,” Monica firmly insisted. “I know you''ve been focused on thistely. “You can’t say no to me.”


    Alicia epted the card, her eyes filled with tears. Caden had selected the ideal location in Warrington, had prepared all the paperwork, and had even arranged for her to get clients and investors. But she had rejected it all. She was determined to build something from scratch.


    The initial phase of setting up a business would be difficult, but Alice was determined to face any obstacles. She didn''t want to drag Monica into this. "I''ll pay you back as soon as possible," she promised.


    Monica was not happy about that. “Don''t worry about paying me. “If I need money, I’ll ask my family.”


    It was quitete when Monica finally dropped Alicia off at the hotel.


    “Make sure you call me if you need anything,” Monica reminded her. “I’m avable at any time these days.”


    Alice agreed. “Have a good trip.”


    Outside the hotel, a figure lurked in the shadows, making a phone call.


    "Mr. Yates, she''s on high alert. I can''t get near her at all."


    Meanwhile, Joshua was on the phone, watching the live news. The news about Caden was in the headlines.


    Joshua smiled with satisfaction. “Why the rush? Give it time.”


    With Caden involved with someone new, Alicia was now on the back burner. How long could she fend for herself? Rushing her death would only ruin the fun.


    Joshua ordered, “Leave her alone for now. “Wait for my signal.”


    Shortly after ending the call, Lilliana came in.


    He sneered, “Did you hear?”


    Joshua, reclining in his chair, was enjoying a massage. He looked refreshed.


    "I''ve done some research on that woman. She''s from the Moss family, an excellent match for Caden. This isn''t a casual affair."


    Lilliana sneered. “Alice was nothing more than a brief flight for a few months. I must have overestimated her. So that''s her point of view! How dare she be so arrogant before?”


    Lilliana grew impatient. “Can we act now?”


    Joshua''s gaze remained inscrutable.


    "There is someone else who deserves to die more than her," he said coldly.


    “Who?” Lilliana asked, intrigued.


    “Monica,” Joshua replied, his tone icy. “The drug Alicia used on me was given to me by her.”


    Hearing this, Lilliana''s smile turned evil.


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