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?"

silent laugh. "How long were

sorry... it was all Mr. Tudor's

wasn't protecting me. He was monitoring me," Aveline interrupted, her voice cold. "I know the truth now. I'm not going to make a scene or fight over it. But please, don't pretend to be my friend

a moment, she responded, "I

the call ended, Aveline's emotions were in

had been watching her all along.

outside, but all she felt was an overwhelming sense of

only a week left until New

grander than ever, thanks to Aveline's return.

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

quickly drew the concern of

Aveline with deep concern.

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

three men in the room were

his teeth. "Is it

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