Aveline pressed her lips together slightly, unwilling to admit it but knowing she had to her heart was wavering because of Lucas. Images of the recent events flashed through her mind.

She lowered her gaze, a complex look in her eyes.

How could she not waver?

He had changed significantly.

He had become much gentler, more respectful of her thoughts and opinions.

He was slowly becoming the Lu she had once loved.

And she had no defenses against Lu.

She closed her eyes briefly, trying to pull herself out of those emotions, without giving any further explanation.

just get back to work," she said,

...

At Tudor Group.

boardroom, the

top two buttons of his shirt left open. One hand rested on

them

other side, several shareholders looked

we know you have the ability, and we've seen your sharp business acumen and strategies," one of them began, "but causing a scandal like this so soon after taking office doesn't

Tudor Group is a vast enterprise, but it can't withstand any

get into trouble, the whole company suffers. Just now, our stock price

press conference, publicly apologize, and announce your

can appoint a temporary replacement to manage things until this

in the room grew even heavier, a cold tension spreading through the

like you already have someone in mind for the position?" Mark Lewis leaned

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