"But you once said you loved me."

Lucas' gaze was unwavering as if he wouldn't rest until he got an answer.

Aveline sighed helplessly and asked, "Do you have any other requests?"

She was referring to his ideas for the design.

Lucas remained silent.

Seeing that he had nothing more to add, Aveline said, "If there's nothing else, I'll start taking measurements."

She needed to verify the dimensions against the plans to ensure everything was accurate before she could begin drafting the blueprints.

Pulling out her measuring tools, she got to work. The plot of land was enormous, and she spent the entire afternoon measuring just half of it. She'd have to return the next morning to finish the job. Wiping the sweat from her forehead, she recorded the data and prepared to leave.

The Porsche was still parked at the entrance. Lucas was sitting inside, having spent the entire afternoon there while she worked. Aveline couldn't help but think he must be incredibly bored. Since he hadn't left yet, she approached the car and asked, "Lucas, could you give me a ride?"

Lucas had taken off his sunglasses, holding a cigarette between his fingers. He glanced at her, his expression unreadable.

After a long afternoon of work, Aveline was covered in dust, but her eyes were still bright.

He replied, "Two hundred dollars for the ride."

bus stop nearby, and she could easily take the bus

...

home, she was utterly

order takeout. After

agreed. "I'll take

"Go ahead."

out drying her hair with a towel. The

screen, she saw it was the same number Desmond had used

pressed her lips together and

the line, Lucas' voice came through. "I've got some

replied, "Just tell me

more effective if we talk in

with that,

No

of the bedroom, Selena called her over. "Come on,

I need to step out

looked puzzled. "Where are

Aveline replied wearily, "Downstairs."

shook her head in exasperation. "What does that nuisance want with you now? He just won't let up, will he?" Aveline sighed.

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