"If you beg me, I might agree to keep up the act," the man's clear voice rang out behind her.

Aveline paused, her tone cold. "I'd rather die."

He wanted her to beg him? In his dreams!

Lucas chuckled softly. "So full of pride. Think about everything you've been through: a man like Darren constantly trying to kill you, Sophia scheming against you at every turn. Who else might come after you? How much longer can you endure? Dying sounds easy, but do you really have the courage to go through with it?"

His words struck her heart like a hammer, breaking down her resolve

Her steps slowed, and she clenched her bag tightly.

She was unwilling to give up.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have contacted Lucas today.

Did she really dare to die? How could she, with so many things left undone?

Aveline closed her eyes, knowing that stepping back meant endless entanglement with him. He could easily walk away, but what about her? In the end, wouldn't she still be left battered and bruised? Fighting alone or relying on him seemed to lead to the same outcome.

one-time offer. If you walk out that door

He meant every word.

closing her eyes once more. When she opened

like this? If before, I considered keeping up the agreement because it had its benefits, now I realize

eyebrow, his interest

me, you know what to expect.

"I'd rather face the unknown than stay in a place where I'm constantly

expression softened just a fraction. "Fine. But remember, the door is always open for you to come

turned once more and walked out, not looking

she spoke, "You're just as vile as they are. I will only

turned and walked

his spot. The pain in his body intensified, causing his brow to furrow. Why did it hurt so much? He closed his eyes, and

she felt a weight lifted from her chest. She took out her

Selena's voice was somewhat cold

and asked, "How about I cook dinner, and you come over? I'll make your favorite

on the other end of the

her phone tightened. "And I'll also make some

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