Chapter 38

Aveline hung up the phone and turned to Lucas. "I need to go. back to the office."

Lucas's expression was cold. "No, we'll file for divorce first."

Aveline felt a pang in her chest but responded, "I can divorce you anytime, but I can't lose my job. You know I rely on this job to make a living."

Lucas' dark eyes stared at her for a long moment before he finally said, "Go to the office."

The driver immediately changed direction.

As soon as they got out of the car, Aveline hurried towards the elevator. She got in just as it arrived and pressed the close button without waiting for Lucas. But just before the doors closed, a hand reached in, tr doors.

Aveline sighed. Couldn't he have taken the other elevator?

Lucas's tall figure entered, making the elevator feel even smaller. Aveline stood in the corner, opening the project files on her phone to review all the details and ensure she was prepared to discuss them with he When the elevator doors opened, Aveline walked out without looking back.

Lucas watched her slender figure disappear, some of the darkness in his eyes fading.

office, she noticed the unusual atmosphere. Everyone looked serious, and William was

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forth, looking extremely

what's going

Shenton project were leaked.

reconsidering the collaboration. Miss Young, you were in charge of the Shenton project. During this time, did you ever take

else, and they have no suspicions. But you've been coming

Young, I know you're capable, but it's

the hospital for a work injury. Are you counting that against

voice interrupted, "Isn't it easy to do something like

woman was Zoe Fox, who had previously competed with Aveline for

replied, "Did you see me leaking the

paused. "Of course

why are you talking

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