Aveline quickly sent her resignation email to Maria.

But before she could even close her laptop, Maria's call came through.

"Aveline, I heard you've found your biological family. Are you planning to stay in Larbor City for good?" Maria's tone remained casual as if they were still close friends.

Aveline's voice, however, was cold and distant. "Yes, I'm not leaving."

Her family was here, and she had no intention of going anywhere else.

Maria sighed, sounding regretful. "Ah... you're so talented, and I really like having you on my team. It would've been great if you stayed."

Aveline's next question came out sharper. "Is that really what you feel, or is it just part of the assignment Lucas gave you?"

"What..." Maria was momentarily stunned, lost for words.

After a brief pause, her tone shifted, becoming more cautious. "You know?"

long

was all Mr. Tudor's idea. But his

was monitoring me," Aveline interrupted, her voice cold. "I know the truth now. I'm not going to make a scene or fight over

moment, she responded, "I understand. I won't disturb you

ended, Aveline's emotions were

trusted had been watching her

outside, but all she felt

only a week left until New

year's celebrations would be grander than ever, thanks to Aveline's

two months pregnant now, though her stomach remained flat. But her condition hadn't been

fragile state quickly drew the concern of

at Aveline with deep concern.

pillow hugged close, Aveline stared blankly at him for a moment before responding, "Oh... I'm not feeling great. I'm pregnant."

in

his teeth. "Is

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