“I’m meeting with a client nearby, around noon. The meeting should be quick. How about having lunch together?” Lawrence suggested, not noticing Nicole’s change in demeanor.

Nicole frowned and rejected, “I’m afraid not today. I have things to take care of. Maybe next time.”

Disappointed, Lawrence said, “Alright then, I’ll ask you out another day.”

“Sure thing,” Nicole agreed with a faint smile.

“Speaking of which, it’s been a while since I last saw Nolan and Lana. Why don’t we take them out for a day when

they’re free?” Lawrence tried.

Nicole bit her lip and hesitated to refuse directly. So she replied, “I’ll check with them first.”

“Fine by me. Let me know when you’ve set a date.” Lawrence smiled, thinking Nicole was accepting his invitation.

and remained silent. Her current feelings toward Lawrence were complicated, and she was unsure of how to approach Lawrence. She could only wait for the final results of the investigation. She did not even

her now made her

Nicole?” Lawrence called out softly, noticing her

she looked back at Lawrence, her expression was

nothing,” Lawrence said as he

up to see him

Lawrence left, Lulu entered her office.

down in her

to monitor you taking your medication?” Lulu rolled her

Nicole took the pill bottle with her. It was to let Lawrence notice

we’re all set and changed the medication.” Lulu sighed. “But how long do

finally come to an

outcome eventually,” Nicole said meaningfully,

for her friend.

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