NovelEnglishChapter 405: Caden cast a glance at Blake, who stood on the other side.
Blake's expression carried sweight as well.
Being outdone by Caden in such a manner seemed uncomfortable for him.
Caden's actions that evening weren't just about spending money.
More significantly, he was using his status to assert dominance over everyone present.
Caden broke the silence.
"Mr.
Langstaff, aren't you off work yet? It's quite late.” Blake replied, "You don't need to worry about that, Mr.
Ward.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtI'm accompanying Ms.
Bennett on a business trip, both for work and to ensure her safety.
I won't leave until I've seen her safely to her hotel." "There's no need," Caden responded coolly.
"She has other commitments later and won't require your services." Blake didn't respond, but instead, his gaze shifted toward Alicia.
Alicia understood the reason for Caden's presence.
It was about the land for the gallery.
She suggested, "Mr.
Langstaff, you should get srest." Blake smiled, but his voice was kind.
"Alright.
And you should rest too, Ms.
Bennett.
Don't push yourself too hard." He exchanged a look with Caden.
Their gazes met-not quite with hostility, but certainly with tension. Caden offered a cold smile.
So, Blake had genuinely taken an interest in Alicia.
But Blake needed to recognize his place.
Once Blake had left, Alicia spoke up.
"Let's head to the restaurant." She skipped the small talk and went straight to the point.
Caden responded leisurely, "Blake is merely a relic restorer.
Why did you bring him along?" "There are certain places where his presence is truly necessary, and because he's a man, it's a safer option." "Have you even considered that he could be the real danger?" Alicia subtly rolled her eyes.
"He's been here for a month without causing any problems, so how much of a threat could he possibly be?" Caden had reserved a restaurant just across the street for them.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAs they stepped onto the crosswalk, Caden instinctively reached for Alicia's hand, gently guiding her to his opposite side.
The warmth of his hand sent an unexpected flutter through Alicia's chest.
In a quiet voice, she murmured, "We're just crossing the street; you don't need to do that." Alicia had experienced grander gestures from Caden before, so small actions like this didn't easily affect her.
Without hesitation, Caden replied, "It's always better to be safe than regret it later." Alicia made a soft attempt to free her hand, but it remained firmly in his grasp.
His fingers naturally intertwined with hers.
Alicia let out a small protest.
"Caden." He glanced down at her, a soft smile on his face.
"I drove for an hour, flooring the gas to arrive twenty minutes early, just to G see you sooner.
Can't this be my reward?" The dim night softened the edges of his m expression, but his sincerity remained captivating. Alicia found herself unable to hold his gaze for more than a moment.
Refusing to let herself be charmed, 1, she quickly changed the subject, asking. How exactly did you figure out where the event was?" "You forgot to turn off your location sharing," Caden answered simply.
"Oh wow... uh, okay.
So, I'm guessing you got quite the show," she added, slightly embarrassed.
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