?<strong>Chapter 872:</strong>


    Everyone seemed to await Alicia’s decision, as if her word carried exceptional weight. Yvonne scrutinized Alicia again. Her beauty was undeniable, yet her presence on social media was nearly nonexistent. If she were indeed from a wealthy family, why remain so inconspicuous?


    The only logical conclusion was that she was an ordinary woman, leveraging her looks. For now, she had Caden’s favor, which drew Ciara’s interest.


    Dismissing her suspicions, Yvonne shifted the conversation. “Ciara, how have you been feelingtely?”


    Ciara harbored no fondness for Yvonne. She had unearthed old scandals orchestrated by Yvonne and the paparazzi. Yet, for the sake of peace, Ciara yed along. “I’m well.”


    Yvonne feigned concern. “That’s good to hear. With Caden handling business, you must be relieved.” She then sighed heavily and continued, “My brother works tirelessly for his children’s future. He’s so dedicated that he copsedst month and hasn’t yet recovered.”


    Her tone sought sympathy.


    Ciara struggled to find words.


    Caden, however, cut through the pretense. “Who asked you? Why suddenly share your experiences with us?”


    Yvonne was taken aback.


    Ciara’s smile tightened.


    Feeling humiliated, Yvonne protested, “Caden, I’m your uncle’s wife. How can you speak to me like this?”


    Caden was unfazed. “But it’s true that no one asked you. We’re disinterested in your story.”


    Yvonne fumed. “You…”


    Luci intervened, pulling her back, signaling to let it go. For the sake of unity, Yvonne bit back her pride, her tone bitter. “Fine, I’m not rted by blood like your uncle, so maybe that’s why I’m treated differently. I can ept it.”


    Caden seized the moment. “At least you understand that.”


    Yvonne was speechless once again.


    Outside the car, Yvonne brushed off the confrontation as if it had never urred and confidently entered Joy Mansion. For the sake of her future, Yvonne considered a bit of humiliation trivial.


    Understanding Caden’s devotion to his family, especially Ciara, Yvonne was determined to make Luci appealing to her. However, Ciara consistently dismissed Luci’s attempts. Frustrated by her failure, Luci nearly resigned, but Yvonne’s re held her back.


    Then, seeing Ciaraughing with Alicia only intensified Yvonne’s frustration. Alicia was ying a clever game, having slowly won Ciara’s favor.


    Yvonne clenched her teeth, her anger simmering just below the surface.


    After Yvonne left the room with Luci, Ciara reassured Alicia, “Don’t worry about them. I’ve seen through her schemes for years.”


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