The tense atmosphere dissolved, giving way to a bone-chilling cold.

Both Lucas and Aveline turned to see Sidney emerging from the bathroom, a towel wrapped around his waist. His short hair was damp, and though his frame was slender, it was covered with a thin layer of muscle, giving him a youthful yet powerful appearance.

Lucas suddenly grabbed Aveline by her wrist and yanked her forward roughly. His icy voice cut through the air, "Aveline, what are you doing, hmm? Hiding a man in your home?"

Lucas radiated danger, his piercing eyes fixed on Aveline as if he wanted to bore a hole through her. Rage surged within him, spreading throughout his chest.

She had brought a man home!

If he hadn't come over tonight, would they have ended up in bed together?

And she had even cooked a whole meal for him!

Ha!

Lucas realized he had been far too lenient with her.

struggled to free her wrist. But Lucas' grip was too strong, and the pressure only

you? He saved me today,

her off coldly, "Why did he save you? What happened? Why didn't you tell me

Deep down, she still feared him. Because he was a madman! If pushed too far, he was capable of anything! Sidney stepped forward, his tone serious.

hesitation, sending him stumbling back several steps, his face

"Sidney!"

hand free from Lucas

shock. She

from pain, shook his head weakly. "I'm... I'm

was in significant pain, with sweat beading

mean to cause any misunderstanding. I noticed you have a Sidney said apologetically, "I' dryer in

need to

here, Aveline!" Lucas's furious voice echoed, making the room feel even

looked at Lucas, calming herself before speaking. "It's not what

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