Chapter 38

Aveline hung up the phone and turned to Lucas. "I need to go. back to the office."

Lucas's expression was cold. "No, we'll file for divorce first."

Aveline felt a pang in her chest but responded, "I can divorce you anytime, but I can't lose my job. You know I rely on this job to make a living."

Lucas' dark eyes stared at her for a long moment before he finally said, "Go to the office."

The driver immediately changed direction.

As soon as they got out of the car, Aveline hurried towards the elevator. She got in just as it arrived and pressed the close button without waiting for Lucas. But just before the doors closed, a hand reached in, tr doors.

Aveline sighed. Couldn't he have taken the other elevator?

Lucas's tall figure entered, making the elevator feel even smaller. Aveline stood in the corner, opening the project files on her phone to review all the details and ensure she was prepared to discuss them with he When the elevator doors opened, Aveline walked out without looking back.

Lucas watched her slender figure disappear, some of the darkness in his eyes fading.

the unusual atmosphere. Everyone looked serious,

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forth, looking

going on?" Aveline

the manager immediately said, "The design plans for the Shenton project were leaked. Someone used them to

to say they're reconsidering the collaboration. Miss Young, you were in charge of the Shenton project. During this time, did you ever take any materials

with everyone else, and they have no suspicions. But you've been

of work. Miss Young, I know you're

for a work injury. Are you counting that against me

voice interrupted, "Isn't it easy to

who had previously competed with Aveline for the Shenton project,

replied, "Did you see

paused. "Of course

why are you talking

Zoe's expression darkened.

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