Chapter 244

"Go check who it is," Lucas instructed.

Aveline felt exasperated like she had become his secretary.

How infuriating!

She walked to the door and opened it, revealing the room service she had ordered. She brought the food inside and set it on the dining table.

Lucas got up and walked over, opening the bag. Seeing the pork ribs, his brows furrowed deeply. "You expect me to eat this?"

Aveline replied, "This is for me..."

Lucas' eyes darkened, and his expression turned grim.

Aveline mumbled, "How was I supposed to know you'd be back? If you'd told me, I would've cooked for you."

The presidential suite was well-equipped, including a small kitchen where she could easily whip up a simple meal.

Lucas said, "You can still cook for me now."

Aveline sighed, feeling like she'd dug herself into a hole. She looked at him and asked, "If I cook for you, will you let Zachary go?"

Lucas' cold gaze fixed on her. "Is this how you ask for a favor?"

will it take for you to let him

replied, "When I'm in a good

smile. "You seem to be in a good

very

Aveline was taken aback.

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sinister look in his eyes, she backed

really was capable of

law-abiding citizens," she stammered,

watched her slender figure with a dark gaze, then sat down at the

him seated and working with a focused, cool expression, exuding an air of nobility. His fingers tapped lightly on the keyboard, each movement highlighting his distinct knuckles and making his

attractive.

away, Aveline reminded herself that while he might be

through the motions of washing, cutting, and cooking. In

and called out, "Dinner's

closing his laptop and standing

to make up for last

brief, indifferent

meal. She ate a little

Lucas remained unfazed. He ate quickly yet gracefully. Soon,

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