With his lips pursed, his usually cold expression appeared frostier with his bloodshot eyes.

When his gaze fell upon Ashlyn, he stared at her coldly as if she was a stranger.

Ashlyn was jolted in response. Did he believe Claire when she told him I was responsible for her death?

“When we returned from Paris, I promised my parents that I would take good care of her. I didn’t expect…” Lucas couldn’t continue his sentence.

Just when Ashlyn wanted to hug him, he had already pulled her into his arms. He muttered softly, “Don’t be afraid… don’t be afraid.”

Feeling a bitterness in her throat, she was surprised to see him console her even at such a moment.

Since when was I, Ashlyn Berry, ever afraid?

She gritted her teeth. “I… I’m sorry for your loss.”

With that, she turned to leave. She initially wanted to explain what happened at the café. But, she felt that it would only make things worse. Hence, it was better for him to calm down first before they talked.

was more to the matter than it met the eyes as Claire’s sudden death didn’t seem to be just an

Lucas watched Ashlyn’s silhouette disappear, his resolve strengthened. Now that Claire is gone, I will have to protect

his solemn expression, his feelings for Ashlyn never wavered. Not

headed towards the hospital’s office. “Is the

triggered. However, for more details,

didn’t say anything

the night, a private jet

bodyguards exited

a cold and fearsome demeanor

man coldly instructed, “To

“Yes, Sir.”

leading the way, they entered a Lincoln Limousine that was already

sped furiously to the hospital and arrived in half an

a black jacket as he stood

Lucas had only begun to spoke when a heavy slap landed

Franklin’s gaze looked like it belonged to a

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