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.

the wine had little effect. Before

finished the entire bottle.

the carpet by the sofa,

confusion,

noise, Lucas came out and saw her sitting on the carpet, her cheeks flushed, looking adorably

eyes darkened as he walked over and asked, "Why are

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drinking?"

she acted when she drank before-soft and clingy, making

eyes

she tossed the bottle aside and rushed towards

over her own feet,

grabbed her, pulling her into his

responded, his

saving me. Otherwise, I would've been eaten by

beautiful gaze glistening with a hint of

to her. She wrapped her arms around his neck and

deepened as he held

him, Aveline rubbed her face against his chest, looking very dependent. "Lu, I miss you so much. When are you coming back?" Lucas' expression paused.

her and walked towards the master

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