Chapter 256

Lucas leaned in close, his hot breath ghosting over Aveline's ear. Despite the warmth of his proximity, his words carried an icy edge. You know I'm injured, yet your concern lies elsewhere. Tell me, Aveline, why does another man occupy your thoughts while I-your husband-am right here beside you?

His teeth-clenched tone sounded like he wanted to devour her alive.

Aveline's body stiffened, and her heart pounded.

What was he saying? Was he jealous?

Impossible.

He didn't love her!

How could he be jealous?

Aveline thought Lucas might be irritated because she kept mentioning another man after he had done so much to save her.

Aveline's eyelashes fluttered, and she said, " I... I'll stop mentioning him. Please don't be upset. It's not good for your recovery." Her tone softened noticeably.

Lucas wasn't planning to let her off so easily, but hearing her gentle voice, his anger dissipated instantly.

He stared at her profile, her fluttering lashes.

back and letting her go. Lucas said coldly, "During this period, you'll stay and take care

didn't dare say anything more, afraid he

get injured saving he she should take care of

softened with the Pension in

forward, reached out to help him remove his clothes, and set them

"Shirt too, row it

the

"Alright."

walked over and reached to unbutton his

had earlier gripped her had now given way to a serious, determined demeanor. She unbuttoned each button, and as his firm chest gradually revealed itself in front

an urge to

came into view, she hesitated once

did he maintain such an impressive physique despite his

view?" His deep,

"It's... quite

not shy at all,

shirt. "I've seen every part of you, why

"Is that so? Then take

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