After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

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?"

bitter, silent laugh. "How long were

"I'm sorry... it was all Mr. Tudor's idea. But his intentions were good, he wanted me to

a scene or fight over it. But please, don't pretend to be my friend anymore. That makes me feel like a fool." Maria fell silent, clearly

"I understand. I won't disturb

ended, Aveline's emotions were

she had trusted had been watching her all along. How could she accept that

the balcony, gazing at the view outside, but

was only a week left until

would be grander than ever, thanks to Aveline's return.

flat. But her condition hadn't been good. She was pale, tired and her energy

the concern

looked at Aveline with deep concern. "Aveline, are

blankly at him for a moment before responding, "Oh... I'm not feeling great.

three men in the room

his teeth. "Is it