Chapter 18 Once Treated Like Treasure

"Who's there?" Alden's muffled voice sounded from inside. Thalia quickly withdrew, leaving as if she had seen nothing. Alden straightened his clothes and rushed out of the study room. He then saw a white cat dart across the hallway. Kiera wrapped her arms around his waist from behind. She didn't seem to be done yet. "Aldy, you're too nervous. It was just the cat making noise. "Henrietta left early this morning and hasn't returned yet. Josephine went out with friends for a spa treatment. I saw Thalia go downstairs with her bag before I came to find you." Alden glanced around the house. It was indeed empty. Yet, he reminded, "We need to be careful. Thalia is jealous and spiteful. It'll ruin everything if she finds out." Meanwhile, Thalia held the white cat in her arms around the corner, gently stroking its fur. It was Henrietta's beloved pet. Thalia had been taking care of it while Henrietta was away. The little creature stuck to her closely now. She played with it for a while b