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?"

not buying the casual tone, asked, "What are your requirements? Let me

Lucas again, but still received no help. Internally, Desmond was panicking-how was he

we discuss this in person? Maybe even

watched Lucas' reaction and, seeing no objections, sighed in relief. He had made the right call-arranging a

Are you free this afternoon? Send me the location

replied, "Yes, I'm free. I'll send you the address right away. We can discuss everything in

later," Aveline responded before

"Goodbye."

the call ended, Desmond exhaled a heavy breath, cautiousty glancing at Lucas to gauge his reaction.

this afternoon... Maybe you could go in

a cold look. "Are you

been slacking off lately, so I thought I'd be

"I suppose I can help you out

"Thank you, Mr. Tudor.

"Mm," Lucas murmured.

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