Thea glanced at Zavier with a puzzled look and asked, “Mr. Zavier, did Mr. Caden meet you in private?”

“Huh?”

Zavier froze and looked at Thea.

Could it be that Thea was still unaware of James’ identity?

Who was this Mr. Caden that she was speaking of?

Was it James?

After being momentarily stunned, he nodded. “I-I guess you can say that.”

“Whew!”

Thea took a deep breath.

As expected, it was Mr. Caden who helped her out in secret.

What had she done to deserve this?

“I’m sorry for intruding, Thea. I know I’m unworthy. I swear I’ll never bother you again.”

Saying that, he looked at James.

Seeing that James was still gobbling up his food, he said nothing. After bowing, he turned to leave.

The Callahans were dumbfounded.

Gladys only managed to recollect her senses after Zavier had left. “It’s the mysterious Mr. Caden again. Who exactly is he? Why is Zavier afraid of him?”

Puzzled, she glanced at Thea. “Thea, who’s the mysterious Mr. Caden?”

“I-I don’t know.