Chapter 677

“Teaming up with Dorian might be wise, but the condition is marrying you. I’d rather face Marlon,” Caden said, his face impassive. Yolanda looked disappointed, her fists clenched in frustration. “Am I really that ugly, Caden?” she asked.

He remained expressionless. “Can’t you see it yourself?” he retorted, his words sharper than before. “You’re not even in Alicia’s league.” He pushed back his chair and stood, preparing to leave.

Tears welling in her eyes, Yolanda pleaded, “Don’t forget what got you here. Are you really willing to sacrifice your future for a woman?”

Caden’s expression was cold. “Dorian was behind Gareth’s son’s death, and you’re asking if she’s worth it?”

“My father didn’t hire Marlon!” Yolanda exclaimed frantically.

Caden stated decisively, “If not Dorian, then it must have been Corey. Neither is innocent. I will ensure you pay for this.”

Yolanda trembled, surprised by his ruthlessness. He refused to yield, even now. Left with no alternative, she proposed, “Caden, if you leave Alicia, my father will support you. Would that work?”

Caden walked away without looking back. Yolanda followed, but he was too far ahead, cutting off any further discussion.

He headed back to the company. During the drive, he formulated a strategy. He instructed Hank, “Assemble your most reliable people. We need to address this swiftly.”

Hank listened, nodding solemnly. Caden turned away, concealing his fatigue. “Start working on it,” he said.

Hank saw his struggle. Opposing Dorian was daunting; they hadn’t anticipated this. But was there truly no other option?

“Maybe we could have Ms. Bennett tolerate the situation for a while?” Hank suggested. “You could pretend to cooperate with Yolanda for a few years. If you distance yourself enough, she might move on, which could be less costly. Don’t you think?”

Caden’s sharp eyes flickered.