Cathy maintained a composed smile. "Lucas, you're here."

Lucas nodded, his gaze shifting to Rina's pale face.

He asked, puzzled, "What happened to her?"

Rina's eyes welled up with tears, and she bit her lip before softly replying, "I'm fine, Lucas."

"Did someone upset you?" Lucas pressed. "You can tell me or your grandfather, and we'll make sure someone takes care of it."

Rina gave a quiet nod and retreated to her room without another word. After exchanging brief farewells with her mother, Lucas left as well.

Once in the car, he leaned back in his seat, his expression icy.

Desmond glanced over and said, "Mr. Wilbert has learned of Russell's true intentions. He likely won't support him any longer. With how Russell has treated Rina, the Johnson family might push for a divorce." If that happened, all of Russell's efforts would be for nothing.

Lucas opened his eyes, his dark gaze laced with a hint of red. "He brought this upon himself."

...

again, it was already the following afternoon. The strong scent of disinfectant filled her

face lit up with

bought some oatmeal It's easy to digest.

Leo walking toward her with a

looked at him with gratitude. "Thank

gamble had paid

Leo said with a wave. "We've helped each other, after all. If

didn't respond further. Even without her, someone else would have helped him. He

body. It was as if she had come

home," Aveline replied firmly. "I need to find out who was behind

need any help, just let

Aveline said with a

and helped Aveline to her feet as they left the hospital. After handling her discharge papers, they stepped outside, and Aveline noticed the

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