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?"

"How long were you planning to keep

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

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

responded, "I understand. I

call ended, Aveline's emotions were

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

the balcony, gazing at the view outside, but

only a week

year's celebrations would be grander than ever, thanks to Aveline's return. Even distant relatives from the extended family were invited to

almost two months pregnant now, though her stomach remained flat. But her condition hadn't been good. She was pale, tired and her energy was

the concern

deep concern. "Aveline, are

at him for a moment before responding, "Oh... I'm

three men in the room were

his teeth. "Is it

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