Aveline thought this over and spoke directly, “If it’s about the situation between him and me, you don’t need to say more. I can handle my own affairs.” Gernard fell silent.He had indeed come for that reason.With the uproar surrounding Lucas’ altercation, he had intended to persuade Aveline once more. But hearing her distant tone, he felt a faint, inexplicable discomfort. A sense of unease that he couldn’t quite understand. Seeing his silence, Aveline continued, “If there’s nothing else, I’ll hang up now. I’m at work.”Gernard replied, “Alright, as long as you know what you’re doing. I was just thinking, you were so eager to divorce before but couldn’t find a way, and now there’s an opportunity right in front of you. I just wanted to help. But it’s your decision. I won’t disturb you any further. Goodbye.’He hung up the phone.A faint trace of mockery flashed in Aveline’s eyes.To help Juliet, Gernard really could say anything. Anyone who didn’t know better might have thought he was genuinely concerned for her.Aveline put her phone down, refocusing her attention on her computer. She tried to immerse herself in her work, and by the time she finished, it was already the end of the day.After packing her things, she left the building and immediately saw a handsome man leaning against his car.He wore a black coat over a royal blue suit, his tie impeccably neat. His tall, elegant figure radiated a distinctive aura.Aveline quickened her pace, a bit puzzled as she asked, “Why are you here?”Lucas replied, “To pick you up from work.”Suppressing the emotions brewing in her heart, Aveline asked, “Weren’t you being bullied? You seem to be doing just fine.”Lucas raised an eyebrow slightly. “So, if I were being bullied, would I need to shed some tears for you to believe it?” Aveline responded, “Not necessarily.”As Lucas spoke, he opened the passenger door. “If you think I need to cry to prove I’ve been bullied, I wouldn’t mind shedding a few tears for you.” Aveline responded, “…No need.”She got into the passenger seat and fastened her seatbelt. S~ᴇaʀᴄh the Find_Nøvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.Lucas climbed in as well. The car was warm, and his eyes stayed fixed on her. He didn’t start the car immediately.”What’s wrong?”Aveline noticed his gaze and asked, puzzled.Lucas replied, “You called me somany times; you must be veryconcerned about my situation netgiving you a good look so you can see I’m fine.” Aveline blinked. “You’re quite good at creating drama for yourself.”Lucas smirked. “I guessed your thoughts correctly. You don’t need to feel strange about it.”Aveline countered, “You’re overthinking. I’m just worried something might happen to you that would delay the divorce.””In any case, you’re still worriedabout me afraid something might happen, Lucas quickly dismissed the latter part of her sentence, pretending not to hear it. Aveline fell silent.Great. There’s no arguing with him he always has his own way of reasoning. Lucas stopped teasing her, started the car, and asked, “What do you want to eat?” Aveline replied, “I want to go home. I don’t want to have dinner with you.”Lucas, however, said, “I was bullied today, criticized, and called intocountless meetings. Arendgoing to comfort my wounded soul, even a little?” Aveline answered, “No.”She was so ruthless, so cold.But he loved it.
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