After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

Chapter 503

Lucas suddenly stood up, his commanding presence enveloping Aveline as he placed his hands on either side of her, trapping her in his arms. His sudden closeness made Aveline tense up immediately, her clear eyes revealing a hint of wariness as she looked at him.

"What are you doing?"

Lucas chuckled softly, his piercing gaze fixed on her as he said in a low voice, "Aveline, when did you become so wicked?"

Aveline's lips curved into a cold smile. "I didn't want to be like this, but you all forced me to."

She could have lived a simple, carefree life. It was his forceful entry into her world, his refusal to let go, and the pressure and jealousy from others that had turned her into what she was now. She hadn't wanted this either.

Aveline lowered her eyes, a trace of sadness appearing in them.

Seeing this, Lucas felt an inexplicable discomfort. Noticing her damp hair, he suddenly stood up and left, returning moments later with a hairdryer.

me dry

need, I can

can do everything yourself," Lucas replied, "but I want

then

had changed somewhat, but not significantly. She didn't dwell on it. Whether he

combed through it. His movements were slow and gentle. Aveline leaned back into the sofa, her eyes half-closed in comfort. Drowsiness overcame her, and her eyelids grew heavier.

sleeping face, a sigh passing

the bed. She stirred slightly, her eyelashes fluttering as if she might

her head, soothing her emotions. Soon, she calmed down and fell back into a

and kissed her

frowned, quickly grabbed the phone, and swiftly left

door behind

the hospital? Are you hurt?" As soon as the call connected, Selena fired off a barrage of questions. Lucas replied coldly, "She's