Chapter 290

Three days later.

Lucas had wrapped up affairs in Arthur Town; now, it was time to dispatch others to finalize the assessment and prepare for signing the investment deal. His presence was no longer required here. They departed for Cloudflare City.

The bodyguard placed Aveline's suitcase in the car. Lucas took her hand. "What are you thinking about?"

Aveline glanced at their clasped hands but said nothing. Lucas looked at her for a moment before helping her into the car.

Just as they left Arthur Town, his phone rang. Seeing the caller ID,

expression grew colder.

It was a call from Rebecca.

"Hello?" he answered, his tone noticeably icy.

his

you want to see me off?" Rebecca's voice came

time, Rebecca had

dealings, Lucas had taken direct measures to sanction the Johnson family, leaving them in dire straits. Unable to oppose his daughter's wishes, Reynold had to send her abroad

the Johnson family's situation doesn't affect you

you so heartless? I like you so much, yet you're targeting my family for that

Lucas replied indifferently, "So?"

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had come to realize that Lucas

continued, "So you can't treat our family like this. Lucas, please stop. I'm going

do what I asked you

suddenly turned sharp. "I will

she hung

instantly as if a storm cloud had

Aveline sat beside Lucas.

though he was using the handset, she could still hear the conversation. She lowered her gaze slightly, her expression

recklessly when surrounded by the love of their parents. So, this was what having a family meant.

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