Rosaline's POV: I walked through the hospital corridor calmly, showing no trace of the anger I had displayed just moments ago. A large, warm hand suddenly wrapped around mine, and Caden's clear voice sounded beside my ear. "First time acting with my fiancée, and your performance was explosive." "Of course," I raised an eyebrow confidently. "Acting is my specialty. Don't forget, I'm the boss of Starplay Entertainment." Just now, it had all been an act when I argued with Caden in front of Heidi. I wanted Heidi to believe she had won, so she would become even bolder and more reckless. That way, she was bound to slip up and reveal that she wasn't actually Tessa. "Are you really sure she's not Tessa?" Caden's deep gaze held a hint of inquiry. "Why the question? Feeling sorry for her?" I stopped in my tracks and looked up at him. "If that's the case, you should hurry back and stay with her." Caden looked at my jealous expression and smiled charmingly. "If I cared, I wouldn't have gone along with your little performance." He leaned in close with amusement. "Are you jealous?" "No way! Don't flatter yourself." I rolled my eyes at him. The next second, Caden's lips came down on mine. "Enough, don't mess around." I took a step back, dodging his kiss. We stopped in front of Richard's hospital room and I recalled the scene I had just witnessed with Heidi. "If I'm not mistaken, she's not sick at all." "What makes you say that?" Caden asked with an intrigued smile. I pondered for a moment before responding, "She looks pale, but her eyes are clear. More importantly, the blood she coughed up didn't smell right. But I have to admit, she put in a lot of effort to fool you. She must have bribed the doctors and nurses, not to mention the fake blood." As an Alpha, my sense of smell was sharp. The moment that woman spat out her first mouthful of fake blood, I had already figured it out. Hearing this, Caden's expression darkened. "So, you're saying someone is helping her behind the scenes.""You caught on." I wasn't surprised. If I could figure it out, then it wouldn't be hard for Caden either. I glanced up at him. "If Heidi isn't Tessa but still knows so much about her, then once we track down her and the people backing her, you might just find your real Tessa." Caden tightened his grip on my hand and stepped closer, his smile deepening. "Why do you keep bringing up Tessa? Do you still doubt my feelings for you?" "It's not that I don't trust you," I said with a teasing smirk. "It's just that when you thought Heidi was Tessa, you treated her so well. Who knows? If another one shows up, you might fall for it again—" Before I could finish my sentence, Caden silenced me with a sudden kiss. He pulled me into his arms and pressed firm, heated kisses onto my lips, completely stealing away my composure. My mind went blank as I melted into his embrace. Caden's kisses were strong, dominant, and almost punishing. "Mmm ... ouch ... " I whimpered, pushing at him. Only then did Caden ease up, his movements turning gentle. His kisses grew softer, and soon, a strange sensation spread through my body, making me tremble. It was embarrassing, yet at the same time, it felt wonderful—so good that I wanted more. Oh God, what am I even thinking ... My face burned as if I had been standing under the scorching midday sun. After what felt like an eternity, Caden finally let go of me. "Next time, can we not do this in a place like this? If your grandpa suddenly walked out, it would be so awkward." I pouted. "I think Grandpa would be pleased to see it." Caden couldn't help but smile. The curve on his lips softened his usual aloof demeanor. I rolled my eyes, unwilling to entertain his shameless comment any further. Turning to the hospital room, I knocked gently on the door. A familiar voice soon responded from inside."Come in." The door opened and Willa greeted us respectfully. "Hello, Mr. and Mrs. Holbrook." Caden looked very satisfied with this form of address and led me inside. Richard was sitting up in bed, reading a newspaper. He wore reading glasses and his face was filled with kindness. As soon as he saw us, he immediately put down the newspaper, removed his glasses, and beamed at me. "Rosie, come, sit." "Mr. Richard, how are you feeling?" I let him take my hand and sat down beside his bed. Richard's tone was lighthearted. "Much better. Ever since you treated me with that spiritual stone, my body has felt nimbler than before. That constant heaviness in my chest has eased a lot." I gently placed his hand on top of the blanket. "That's good to hear. Let me check your pulse again, just to get a better understanding of your condition." "Alright, alright." Richard looked at me fondly with a wide smile. He glanced over at Caden, who was standing beside us. "Well? Did I pick the right fiancée for you?" "Of course," Caden raised an eyebrow. "You're the wisest person."