Chapter 528:

He tried to bite the bread, but his teeth barely made a dent.

“Something must be wrong with the oven,” Caden declared righteously. “I’ll buy a new one later today.”

Alicia waved him off dismissively. “Give it a rest, genius. You’re simply not meant to be in the kitchen.” She leaned against the countertop, stroking her chin. “But I bet you could make it in the construction industry. You’re a natural at making bricks.”

Caden narrowed his eyes and scowled. Alicia laughed, snatched the rock-hard bread, and tossed it in the trash. “Well then, shall we go eat outside?”

Caden went upstairs to change, and they left. They were mid-breakfast at a quaint restaurant when he received a message from a subordinate. It reported that the Yolanda matter was resolved. She had been detained overnight; her behavior remained atrocious, and the evidence against her was overwhelming. Dorian had pulled every string and contact, but it took until dawn to secure her release. By then, she was utterly humiliated, having been stripped to her undergarments. To compound matters, a snake had appeared in her cell, terrifying her to the brink of insanity. Yolanda was unconscious and feverish when Dorian finally retrieved her.

Alicia’s jaw dropped in shock. “You do realize you’ve crossed a line with Dorian, right?”

“If I hadn’t,” Caden replied calmly, “he would have devoured me. As for Yolanda, I’ve shown her more mercy than she deserves by not letting those thugs assault her.”

Alicia thought of the vile video Yolanda had sent. Caden had a point; Yolanda’s actions were inexcusable, especially sending the video to Ciara. Thankfully, nothing happened to Ciara; otherwise, Caden might have resorted to violence.

“It’s all my fault,” Alicia said guiltily. “If I hadn’t beaten Corey up, they wouldn’t have retaliated.”

Caden peered at her. “Did you actually hit him? With your own hands?”

Alicia nodded. “Of course. At the time, I didn’t know who the culprit was. Even after learning it was Yolanda, I figured Corey played a part, so I taught him a lesson.”

Caden smirked. “Did you break any bones?”

“I’m not sure. I think I hit a few ribs and his shoulders. I restrained myself, knowing I’d have to compensate for any major damage.”

“In that case, aim for his head next time,” Caden said. “Make your trip worthwhile.”

Alicia chuckled at his nonchalance. “You’re really not afraid of trouble, are you?”

Caden shrugged. “My enemies don’t seem to fear death, so why should I be afraid of a little trouble?”

His phone rang, interrupting them. It was Dorian.