Aveline's mind was truly in turmoil.

Soon, the sound of running water from the bathroom came, and she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Gradually, she relaxed, hugging herself.

Just as she was about to fall asleep, the bed beside her dipped, and Lucas, his body slightly cool and damp from the shower, lay down next to her, hugging her tightly.

Aveline didn't move or struggle.

Lucas kissed her shoulder. "Good night, my wife."

Aveline's eyelashes trembled, but she still didn't respond.

The next day.

When Aveline arrived at work, she saw that Sidney was already there. He was wearing a clean white shirt, looking bright and handsome, exuding the energy of a young man. Zoe was chatting with him, and Sidney was smiling as he answered her.

Seeing Aveline, Sidney immediately stood up and walked over. "Good morning, Miss Young!"

Aveline gave a faint smile. "We're colleagues now, you can call me Aveline."

a bit embarrassed, rubbed his

morning." Aveline nodded

"If I didn't know you were already married, I'd think you two were

her words and said, "Don't

scoffed, clearly not believing

her and asked, "Are you familiar with

they have any projects. I want to try and secure some." Aveline said, "Keep

eyes shone

going in,

followed Maria into the

Come with me.

Sidney nodded. "Alright, boss."

hard. You have a bright

a

finding him pleasing to the eye. If only his affections weren't

afternoon, Sidney was

her designs. When she finally looked up, the sky had already darkened. The office was once again empty, with only her remaining. She stretched, turned off

for the elevator, the hallway lights suddenly went out, startling

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