Chapter 258

Upon entering the room, Aveline found Lucas seated at the desk, his demeanor cool and focused on the computer screen, deeply engrossed in his work.

Aveline paused for a moment, then took her suitcase to the guest bedroom before returning. "It's late. You should get some rest."

Lucas responded with a simple nod, closed his laptop, and headed towards the bedroom.

Watching him disappear into the bedroom, Aveline breathed a sigh of

relief.

She went to her own room, took a shower, and lay down on the bed.

However, every time she closed her eyes, the image of that fierce mastiff flashed before her, keeping her awake.

She sat up and ran her fingers through her hair.

After the scare she had today, she should be able to sleep soundly, but she couldn't fall asleep. What should she do?

Suddenly, she remembered the wine cabinet in the living room, stocked with plenty of red wine. She got out of bed, grabbed a bottle, and started drinking.

A bit of wine might help her sleep.

had little effect. Before she knew it,

finished the entire bottle.

carpet by the sofa, holding the empty

confusion,

sitting on

walked over and

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drinking?"

she acted when she drank before-soft and clingy, making him want to kiss

eyes widened slightly.

with delight as she tossed the bottle

her own

pulling her into his

his eyes growing even

him, suddenly breaking into a silly smile. "Thank you for saving me. Otherwise, I would've been eaten by that mastiff." Lucas replied, "Just a verbal thank

glistening with a hint of

to her. She wrapped her arms around his neck and planted a kiss on

deepened as he

are you coming back?" Lucas' expression paused.

walked towards

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