As Lukas hung up the phone, he saw the concern etched on Reese's face. "What's going on? Did something happen?" she asked.

Lukas explained to Reese the dire situation that was unfolding in Las Pinas.

Reese's expression grew somber as she absorbed the gravity of the situation. She knew that the aftermath of a powerful typhoon could be devastating, especially if there were casualties.

Natural disasters were inevitable, but the event would trigger investigations into building standards and safety measures, and the company could face severe repercussions if a lack of responsibility for the matter was found.

Lukas's decision to leave was a necessity. The situation was too serious to be the subject of a remote investigation. Reese nodded, her concern obvious. "You should go, but please be safe."

"I'll take every

trip less than a day after they had confirmed their relationship. Despite

ten o'clock flight scheduled, Lukas prepared to leave for the airport. He held Reese for a moment, then reluctantly

to pick him up. He was already waiting at

stroked Reese's hair and spoke quietly, "Wait for me

with worry. "Please be careful,

walked out of the villa, Reese watched him go and felt

Young looked at her daughter with a mixture of anger and disbelief. "Are you telling me that Lukas

it's true. I checked and confirmed it, that's why I

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