Lucas didn't hang up after speaking. She could hear the sound of him getting out of the car, followed by the hurried footsteps.

Aveline gripped her phone tightly, her hand repeatedly pressing the close button. This time, the elevator doors finally closed.

Her heart, which had been in her throat, suddenly eased.

"The elevator doors closed," Aveline said, realizing her legs had gone weak.

"Don't get out until you reach the first floor," Lucas instructed.

"Okay," Aveline replied, keeping the call connected.

Fortunately, the elevator soon reached the first floor. By then, the building was empty.

When the elevator doors opened, she saw Lucas standing at the entrance and rushed out to him.

Lucas immediately embraced her, his voice soothing. "It's okay. I'll find out what happened."

she held them back. Lucas held her as they left the building.

Lucas asked, "Did you see

Aveline shook her head.

she asked, "What do

there was a malfunction, or someone was outside pressing the open button, preventing the

in your

pale. "Who would

quickly asked, "Have you

he's hidden well. He

He always said I ruined him, but I don't even remember who he

about it if you can't remember He pulled her

She just stayed in his embrace. Despite everything, she couldn't resist

were nearing home, Lucas received a

furrowed, but he answered,

you and Aveline asleep yet? If not,

expression immediately became serious. "I'll be

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