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?"

frowned. "Then what will it take for

replied, "When I'm in

be in a

in a very bad mood right now.

Aveline was taken aback.

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in his eyes,

was

be good law-abiding citizens," she stammered, turning to

slender figure with a dark gaze, then sat

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

attractive.

to look away, Aveline reminded herself that while he might be good-looking, his character left much to

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

and called out, "Dinner's

Lucas responded coldly, closing

She had hoped to make up for last night by ordering room service today, but it ended up being

brief, indifferent look but

concerns, Aveline couldn't muster much enthusiasm. for her meal. She ate a little and then put down her

gaze, Lucas remained unfazed. He ate quickly yet gracefully. Soon, he set down his utensils

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