Chapter 240

Lucas stared at her intently.

Even though he had watched the surveillance footage of the road where they first met countless times, he still couldn't be sure if she knew his identity from the beginning.

If she did, then she was incredibly cunning, as he hadn't noticed it during their entire year together.

But if she didn't...

He didn't dare continue that line of thought, nor did he dare to trust easily. A faint glimmer of light flickered in his eyes.

A sudden cold wind blew, making Aveline shiver as she burrowed into his chest. "Lu, I'm so cold. Hold me."

The tension in his heart made him uncomfortable, but seeing her like this, he couldn't bring himself to wake her up. Ultimately, he was addicted to her current softness and obedience. Lucas collected his thoughts and hugged her tightly, feeling her soft warmth. His eyes darkened further.

"Mr. Tudor."

At that moment, Steve walked over. He was momentarily shocked to see Lucas holding a woman, but quickly regained his composure.

or returning to Celestial Heights?" Steve asked

to

here didn't meet

to help glancing

son tried to

room, and he had struck a deal with her: if she could win over Lucas, he would ensure his son left her alone. He hadn't anticipated her hooking up with Lucas

disdain crossed Steve's eyes, but he quickly masked his emotions

eyes closed, seemingly asleep. Lucas lifted her in hist

already waiting by the

respectfully opened the car

Aveline in the car, then climbed in from the other side, handling her with the utmost care. Desmond noticed this and felt a

seemed Lucas had finally learned

occasionally glancing at Aveline's serene sleeping face,

entered the city and passed by a

the car,"

instinctively hit the brakes, looking over in confusion. Lucas also turned to

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