Chapter 228

The banquet hall was on the 7th floor. As the elevator doors opened, Russell and Aveline stepped out.

Because of Russell's recent reunion with the Skyler family, many

people recognized him and came over to greet him, engaging in polite conversation.

Aveline stood quietly beside him, playing the role of an accessory.

Suddenly, she felt a cold presence enveloping her. Her expression froze, and she instinctively turned to look.

Her eyes widened when she saw the person not far away.

Lucas!

What was he doing here?

Aveline instinctively grabbed Russell's arm.

Russell looked at her and leaned in slightly, asking, "What's wrong?"

"Nothing," Aveline replied, her eyelids trembling as she tried to compose herself.

her unease, Russell said, "If you're uncomfortable, you can go over there. That's the

head. "No need, I'll

Russell's smile widened. "Alright, then stay

and anxious, didn't notice the

his hand. Though people around him were flattering and engaging in small talk, his gaze was fixed

been mistaken. It

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seemed she was Russell's date

had leaned in so

in one gulp, then

front of Lucas, smiling as

softened slightly as

person, his cold gaze finally

staring coldly at her, Aveline

hadn't anticipated

gone as planned. She went to Arthur Town, and he

What a cursed fate.

distracted state and asked, "Aveline, are

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