Aveline's eyelashes fluttered, but she remained silent.

Selena was stunned, having never imagined that Lucas had such a tragic past. She opened her mouth to say something but thought better of it and remained quiet.

Instead, she focused on Aveline, knowing that whatever decision needed to be made would ultimately be up to her.

The room fell into a quiet stillness.

After what felt like an eternity, the doors to the emergency room finally opened, and Lucas was wheeled out.

Aaron stepped forward and asked, "How is he?"

Aveline stood up as well, but as she did, her body wobbled slightly. Selena quickly steadied her, preventing her from falling.

The doctor replied, "He has two broken ribs but no other major injuries. He just needs time to recover."

Lucas was moved to a VIP room.

Aaron arranged for 24-hour care to be provided by a nurse.

Standing by the bedside, Aveline gazed at the still-unconscious Lucas for a long moment before reaching out and gently poking his face.

hurt?" she asked in a voice so

She blinked quickly to keep tears at bay and said, "Ave, he's going to be

to say

Aveline left with

began to stir. He opened his eyes,

is she..."

state you're in, you're still thinking about her? She's

eyes, his breathing heavy under the oxygen mask. "She wasn't hurt, was she?" "No,

faint relief softened Lucas'

"That's good..." he murmured.

before asking, "Is this really worth it, Lucas? From what I could tell, she didn't seem affected at all. With the court hearing tomorrow, you might have to show

his eyes and remained

you are like ill-fated lovers, and neither of you seems happy together." But Lucas still said

no point in continuing the conversation, Aaron let him

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