Aveline opened the file and noticed the contact's last name was Blake, which made her hesitate. She quickly grabbed her phone and dialed the number. The unfamiliar digits gave her a surprising sense of relief.

"Hello?"

But when she heard Desmond's voice on the other end, her mood soured immediately.

"Why is it you?"

Desmond was momentarily taken aback. "Uh... Miss Young? Is there something you need from me?"

He pretended to be surprised, but in reality, Lucas was sitting right next to him, listening in through the speakerphone.

Aveline asked, "I received a commission to design a villa. Did you buy a villa? Are you getting married?"

Desmond hesitated, glancing at Lucas for guidance.

Lucas, maintaining his cold demeanor, gave nothing away, leaving Desmond to fend for himself.

Desmond nervously stammered, "Ah... yes, it's just a coincidence that the project landed with you. What a small world, huh?"

asked, "What are your requirements?

he supposed to

after a brief moment of thought, Desmond suggested, "Uh, Miss Young, how about we discuss this in person? Maybe even do a site visit? It could help inspire your

carefully watched Lucas' reaction and, seeing no objections, sighed in relief. He had made the

free this afternoon?

quickly replied, "Yes, I'm free. I'll send you the address right away.

you later," Aveline responded

"Goodbye."

the call ended, Desmond exhaled a heavy breath, cautiousty glancing at

Maybe you could go

shot him a cold look. "Are you busier than I

slacking off lately, so I thought I'd be a bit

replied with icy indifference, "I suppose I can help

nodded, "Thank you, Mr. Tudor. I'll get back to work

"Mm," Lucas murmured.

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