NovelBookChapter 795: Alicia responded coldly, "Even if he is my biological father, to me, he's nothing more than a genetic donor. I have no emotional connection to him. I see no reason to forgive him, and I don't think my harshness is wrong." Regina felt each of Alicia's words like stings to her heart. She deeply understood Alicia's pain. Despite feeling drained, she still attempted to lead Dorian away, to prevent any further distress to Alicia.
Corey stayed, his eyes shining with eagerness to succeed.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"So now that you have reconciled with your biological parents, aren't you going to thank me?" Alicia scoffed, her laugh nearly a sneer.
"As always, your tactics are quite unique." Corey pretended to be innocent as he said, "You've misunderstoodonce more. What have I done?" What had he done? He had withheld the truth until this moment, only to use it as a devastating revelation. The man responsible for the death of her child was her own biological father. Who could endure such a revelation? Alicia was determined not to fall for Corey's trap, but her resentment ran deep. The scenes replaying in her mind were all of Dorian's indifferent dismissals when she had sought his compassion. She decided never to recognize him. Not now, not ever.
Though she faced away from Corey, he could still perceive the slight shake in her frame. He moved closer, yet kept a considerate distance.
"Alicia, we're both clever individuals. Let's not fight," he said.
"Whether you seek vengeance or self-protection, the quickest way is to collaborate with me. I offer not just affection but access to money and power. These are what truly allow you to control your destiny." Alicia gazed into his earnest eyes and smiled faintly.
"You suggest I need to control my life. But if I team up with you, wouldn't I just be following your lead?" Corey remained patient as he said, “Alicia, you don't have to make the decision so quickly. Take your tand think it through. I will be here whenever you are ready." Alicia gave a knowing smirk. To win her over, he was calculating every move. Alicia knew that she had to find his vulnerability to turn the tide.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmCaden was aware that Alicia was completing her post-birth recovery today, so he wrapped up his urgent work early, planning to pick her up. He was uncertain if she was willing to meet him, but he felt compelled to try.
Before he could leave his office, Hank entered and relayed the recent events at the maternity center. When Hank mentioned that Dorian had recognized Alicia as his daughter, Caden's face tightened as he said, "So he knew Alicia was his daughter now?"
Hank, still processing the revelations, was taken aback by Caden's om e knowledgeable reaction.
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