?<strong>Chapter 236:</strong>


    Alice briefly closed her eyes, preparing herself for the horror.


    She expected to be repulsed by the gruesome scene unfolding before her. she. However, when Joshua''s anguished cry pierced the air, an unexpected wave of joy coursed through her.


    Betrayal, deception, years of maniption, and the coldness of her heart had weighed on her for too long. time. In that moment, it was as if those burdens were shed.


    At that moment he could not understand the depth of his hatred for Joshua. The more he suffered, the more he wanted tough.


    A small giggle escaped her lips, although tears threatened to spill from her eyes.


    Caden pulled her into a tight hug. . She trembled, her body unable to hide the storm of emotions she carried inside.


    If she found out that her parents had also been victims of Joshua''s cruelty, she would feelpelled to kill him


    Most likely.


    Killing him wouldn''t change anything. Joshua deserved all his suffering and justice was finally being served, no matter how brutal.


    If blood got on his hands, Caden would clean it off.


    He had never cleaned it before. such a disaster for no one, but as he held the trembling woman in his arms, he found himself ready to do it now.


    It took time, but Alicia eventually regained herposure.


    Caden gently kissed her cheek.


    Come in and Rest, he told her, wiping the sweat from her hand. You have low sugar. Have something sweet.


    Alicia insisted that she was fine, but her deathly paleplexion said otherwise. He turned to leave, but stopped after a few steps.


    I still have something to do, he said firmly.


    Caden stepped forward and put a hug around her waist. arm. What happened before was not enough


    Alicia pointed towards the ferocious dog she had brought.


    That dog took a piece of Monica''s calf, she said, her voice strained by the pain when remembering it. He straightened his back as if steeling himself. I want Joshua to lose a piece of meat, too.


    Caden''s lips curved into a softugh, his amusement tempered by admiration for her determination.


    He looked at her and said, I thought you brought the dog to enjoy the show.


    Alicia shivered, dizziness threatening to overwhelm her again.


    Noticing her state, Caden gestured to a bodyguard to bring him candy. He unwrapped it and gently put it in her mouth.


    She frowned immediately.


    Noticing his reaction, he asked her: What''s wrong.


    Strawberry candies are too sweet, she replied.


    If you don''t like it, spit it out, he said disdainfully, guiding her towards the living room with his hand still firm on her waist. I went to the trouble of feeding you and you keepining.


    Alicia rolled her eyes at him, clearly annoyed. Looking at the te nearby, he asked: Do you have any grapefruit-vored candy?


    There''s a meat-vored one, he joked with a mocking smile. I have it. You want to try it


    Alicia blinked, momentarily speechless. Then hispetitive streak kicked in and he refused to back down. Clear. I want it freshly made. You bring it to me


    Caden smiled knowingly.


    When they opened the door to the living room, the two bodyguards inside exchanged amused nces.


    Alicia froze. , realizing that they had overheard the banter between her and Caden. Shame overwhelmed her and she wanted to disappear on the spot.


    The bodyguards coughed awkwardly before bowing their heads and leaving the room.


    Caden did not immediately enter the room. Instead, he turned to take care of the unfinished business that Alicia had mentioned earlier.


    Joshua had been subjected to two hours of relentless torture before being sent to the hospital. When she left, her condition was pitiful.


    Alicia, however, had been consumed by work obligations and could not stay with Caden any longer. He had left earlier.


    After finishing his chores, Caden sat in the back of his car on the way home, a cigarette between his fingers. His eyes, cold and distant, reflected a maturity and indifference far beyond his age.


    As the car moved through the dark streets, he began to watch a video on his device. It was a recording of Joshua enduring his injuries, every moment meticulously captured.


    With a flick of his finger, Caden forwarded the video to Jerald.


    Then he turned off the device, sat back, and clicked. a slow drag on his cigarette. The faint glow of the embers illuminated his expression, which contained no remorse or hesitation.


    The bodyguards regarded Caden with unwavering respect. Despite the serious fight with his brother Joshua, he maintained a calm and dominant presence. Without a doubt, he was a man destined to achieve important things.


    Suddenly, Caden broke the silence. Bring grapefruit-vored candy for the living room.


    The bodyguards responded promptly: Yes, Mr. Ward.


    But Caden paused, reconsidering.


    Forget it.


    The bodyguard quickly intervened: It''s no bother. We can have someone go out and look for it.


    No need.


    Caden realized he shouldn''t indulge her. If he responded to her request for grapefruit-vored sweets, she might expect him to prepare borate meat dishes.


    He flicked the ash off his cigarette nonchntly. Momentster, not liking the smell it gave off, he decided to stop smoking itpletely.


    Meanwhile, after watching the video, Jerald felt ovee with rage. His already fragile condition worsened.


    Shelia, distraught, threw a tantrum, crying and demanding answers.Copyright by N?v/elDrama.Org.


    Jerald was lying in bed, his heart heavy with worry for Joshua. However, even in his worry, he was forced to approach the situation with caution. It was hard to breathe.


    What does Caden want, exactly, he gasped, frustration dripping from his voice. What the hell does she want?


    Shelia, sobbing uncontrobly, screamed: What else does she want? Joshua dead! How could he do this to his own brother.


    Her voice broke as her tears left her exhausted.


    Jerald remained silent, deep in thought.< p>Since Caden''s return, Jerald had the feeling that everything was slipping out of his hands. Caden was like a hungry wolf, relentless in his attacks. But who was he attacking?


    An incident from years ago crossed Jerald''s mind. His face paled and a sudden wave of fear took over his body.


    He clutched his chest, his voice hoarse with panic. Pill! I need my pill.


    Realizing her deteriorating state, Shelia wasted no time. She rushed to grab the medication and her hands shook as she gave it to him.


    While Jerald waited for the pill to take effect, his eyes remained closed and his breathing was irregr.


    Shelia''s voice He broke through his haze of pain and fear. Jerald, will you help Joshua or not


    He finally spoke, his voice weak but determined. If that bastard is so bold as to do this, he should be prepared. I cannot act blindly when I do not know the extent of his capabilities.


    Shelia''s face twisted in disbelief. What are you saying, he asked. You''re going to let it go. You want to see Joshua dead.


    Jerald lost his patience. Calm down, will you? It''s something that can be solved overnight.


    A sh of anger crossed Shelia''s eyes.


    She had been by Jerald''s side for years, enduring countless storms at your side. She knew him better than anyone: his habits, his ws, and, above all, his tendency to disappear when problems arose.


    Jerald was self-centered and unreliable, traits she could no longer tolerate.< p>Shelia gritted her teeth and her voice trembled with suppressed fury. Jerald, if you refuse to get involved, fine. I will protect Joshua myself. He is my son.


    His resolve hardened as he continued. If necessary, I will confront Caden directly, even if it means we both fall together!


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