Chapter 240

Lucas stared at her intently.

Even though he had watched the surveillance footage of the road where they first met countless times, he still couldn't be sure if she knew his identity from the beginning.

If she did, then she was incredibly cunning, as he hadn't noticed it during their entire year together.

But if she didn't...

He didn't dare continue that line of thought, nor did he dare to trust easily. A faint glimmer of light flickered in his eyes.

A sudden cold wind blew, making Aveline shiver as she burrowed into his chest. "Lu, I'm so cold. Hold me."

The tension in his heart made him uncomfortable, but seeing her like this, he couldn't bring himself to wake her up. Ultimately, he was addicted to her current softness and obedience. Lucas collected his thoughts and hugged her tightly, feeling her soft warmth. His eyes darkened further.

"Mr. Tudor."

At that moment, Steve walked over. He was momentarily shocked to see Lucas holding a woman, but quickly regained his composure.

you staying here tonight or returning to Celestial Heights?" Steve asked

to Celestial Heights," Lucas

here didn't

nodded quickly, unable to help glancing at Aveline. He was taken

son tried to get his

private room, and he had struck a deal with her: if she could win over Lucas, he would ensure

of disdain crossed Steve's eyes, but he

her eyes closed, seemingly asleep. Lucas lifted her in hist arms and walked toward

was already waiting by the car

they approached, Desmond respectfully opened the car

climbed in from the other side, handling her with the utmost care. Desmond noticed this and felt

seemed Lucas had finally learned to cherish his

with Lucas occasionally glancing at Aveline's serene sleeping face,

entered the city and passed by

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