A Perfect Lie Hides Behind My Billionaire Marriage (reese and hudson)

"It's not a big deal, really. I just heard yesterday from someone that the Rhodes family's situation is related to Lukas. Since I had a good relationship with Ella before, I got a bit curious when I heard that. Also, some people were saying that this whole thing happened because the Roberts family offended Reese, and Lukas dealt with the Rhodes family for her sake." Elena carefully worded her sentence, trying to gauge the situation.

Hearing this, Elias made a sound of disapproval. "Elena, let me warn you. Stay away from Reese from now on. Stop entertaining these wild ideas, and don't get yourself into trouble. And it's not just the Rhodes family. Even Alexa and Gerald got into trouble because of Reese. You better use your brain in everything you do. Otherwise, if something goes wrong, I won't be able to protect you."

Elena turned pale upon hearing this. Thinking about Gerald's tragic death, her hand holding the phone trembled. "Did Gerald offend Reese as well?"

Elias frowned, displeased with the question. "Have you forgotten? Gerald got into trouble with Reese, and you were the one who took him to apologize. It's just that Lukas probably didn't take that well. Otherwise, Gerald wouldn't have... I'm telling you this so you can clear your head. Don't go spreading rumors in front of the Hughes family, understand?"

Even though Elena was from a branch of the Schmidt family, her father had saved Elias's life when they were younger. As a result, she enjoyed a relatively favorable position within the Schmidt family, thanks to her father's past deeds.

Elena's mind was reeling from Elias's words. Her whole body was shaken. She hadn't realized that Reese had become so important to Lukas.

When she had instigated Magnus to go after Reese, it had been merely an impulsive act to vent her frustrations. She hadn't thought this far ahead. Now, she felt a mixture of jealousy and fear.

She envied how quickly Reese had gained Lukas's attention while she had been struggling to earn a second glance from him for years. But what scared her more was the thought of Lukas discovering that she had prompted Magnus to target Reese. Based on Lukas's methods of dealing with Ella and the others, she might be in serious trouble if he learned about last night's events.

No! She had to stop Magnus.

came through the phone when she did not respond. "Are you even

to attention and nodded. "I understand, Elias. I'll definitely keep my distance from Reese and won't speak

good." Elias gave a slight

the room number on her phone, her eyes

Lukas was engrossed in reading some documents when

have you seen today's headlines?" Elias's

furrowed his brows.

Bridge overnight. It wasn't until this morning that someone found him and brought him down. It's the talk of the town! I bet he's so furious that he's about to have a heart attack."

the sight

right. With a guy like him, it was only a matter of time before he tripped over his own arrogance. He even

opponent. Magnus's gaming

don't worry." Elias nodded in agreement. "I'll keep my work and entertainment separate. By the way, I don't know which hero did this, but I'm so delighted about Magnus's embarrassing incident. Just thinking about him losing face so spectacularly feels like a cause for celebration. I feel like popping a bottle of champagne to

bottle of champagne tonight and invite some friends." Lukas's eyes

his eagerness took Elias aback. "Really? This is a rare occasion. For you to suggest a gathering, the sun must be

we gather or not is up