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Eugene's urgency in proposing again was painfully obvious, and it only made Lydia more determined to leave.

The next morning, after her fever had subsided, Lydia expressed her desire to leave.

Eugene, who had been calmly wiping his mouth with a napkin, froze mid-motion. "You're still not fully recovered. Why are you in such a rush to leave?" he asked, his voice carrying a hint of displeasure. "The doctor said you need to rest."

The doctor had indeed mentioned this yesterday before leaving, but given the clear closeness between him and Eugene, Lydia found herself doubting the advice.

"I want to go," she insisted, her resolve clear.

Eugene's gaze grew colder, and the room fell into a heavy silence. The tension was palpable, with even Mrs. Lucy and the other staff too afraid to intervene.

what felt like an eternity, Eugene finally spoke, his voice calm but sharp,

brows furrowed. "Why

the state of things online? Until the rumors are dealt with, your safety is at risk," Eugene said with a faint sneer. "Maybe you

still can't stay here. I've already been here too long. I need to go home tonight," she said, her voice steady. "I'll pack up and leave. If it's possible, I'd appreciate a ride, but if not, I'll manage." Eugene's gaze darkened as he silently observed her. For a fleeting

a driver to take her back to the Fay

pulled up in front of the house, Mrs. Perez came out, clearly surprised to see, her daughter. "Lydia! Where have you

greeted softly, glancing at the driver.

Quincy's car, was it? Who brought you home? Quincy has

Perez's concern