After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

Chapter 279

"Sit in the front passenger seat," Lucas commanded, his tone leaving no room for argument.

Sophia had no choice but to comply. "Okay."

Back at Celestial Heights, Sophia followed Lucas to the entrance of the presidential suite. Desmond took out a key card, his heart pounding.

Once inside, Sophia said, "There are so many rooms here. Let me stay. It'll be easier to take care of you, okay?"

Lucas' cheeks were still flushed. He looked around the suite, but there was no sign of Aveline. He sat on the sofa and closed his eyes, then told Desmond, "Instruct the manager to open another room." "Yes, sir." Desmond nodded, then turned to Sophia. "Miss Winter, please come with me.".

Sophia looked at Lucas. "Lucas, let me stay here. I promise I won't disturb you. I can cook for you and take care of you. Please?"

Lucas responded, "It's not appropriate."

Sophia's expression faltered.

Lucas had made his stance clear, and pushing further would only annoy him, especially since he had already told her their marriage talk was off the table.

Maintaining her composure, Sophia said, "Alright, call me if you need anything."

"Okay," Lucas replied.

Sophia left with Desmand.

up and opened the door to the guest bedroom. It

darkened as he took out his

number.

Aveline's voice

asked, his voice

have someone following

"I

said, "Oh, well, I don't want to

irritation. "Did I give you permission to

at his words. "My legs are my own. I can go wherever I want. Why do I need your

he tried to keep his temper in check. "Aveline, you know it's not safe outside. Come back now, and I won't hold it against you for leaving without permission." "Heh!" Aveline

infuriated he nearly threw

had things gone wrong? Why did