Chapter 223

"Don't scream," a deep, magnetic voice commanded, and Aveline's struggles ceased abruptly.

It was Lucas.

Strangely, her fear began to dissipate.

She stopped struggling, though her breathing remained rapid, and her body continued to tremble slightly from the residual fear.

Lucas released his hand from her mouth, his sharp, handsome features cold in the dim light. "Aveline, did I give you permission to resign? This counts as absenteeism!"

Aveline's eyelids fluttered briefly.

"Then just dock my pay," she replied.

He gripped her neck, forcing her to

didn't like this

mine. I can do whatever I want with it.

fiery rage within him. He had been

wouldn't even look at

How dare she!

slightly. "Aveline, we're not divorced yet. You can't

Aveline's anger flared.

hitting and kicking him wildly.

+15 BONUS

should I hold you accountable for openly cheating on me? Did you think about our marriage when you announced you'd marry Sophia right in front of me? You're the worst kind of scumbag, and

finish, Lucas

senses. He used his tall frame to pin her against the wall, making

"Mmph!"

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255