Lucas' brows furrowed, and he shot Aaron a sharp look.

"Got a lot of free time on your hands, don't you?" he asked coldly.

"Absolutely," Aaron replied without hesitation. "If I weren't free, why would I be hanging around here with you?"

Lucas' expression grew even colder. "If you're that idle, I might as well find something for you to do."

Aaron chuckled and said, "No need for that. I'm quite enjoying my leisure right now. Oh, by the way, you might not know this, but Rina is pregnant and starting to pressure Russell into marriage."

Lucas' lips curved slightly. "When's the wedding? I'll make sure to prepare a generous gift."

"Would you look at that!" Aaron couldn't help but remark. "You're practically gloating now that you know Russell's getting married. He's no longer a threat to you, is he? But don't get too comfortable. Don't forget, Sidney's still hanging around Aveline."

He took another bite of his apple, chewing thoughtfully before adding, "Though, I've got to admit, Sidney's not hard on the eyes. He's got that whole 'good boy' charm going for him - the kind that drives girls wild these days. Who knows? Aveline might just fall for that type." Lucas didn't say a word, but his expression noticeably darkened.

Aaron glanced at him and asked, "You're getting discharged soon. What are you planning to do next?"

Lucas responded coolly, "What do you mean, do?"

with Aveline," Aaron continued. "You can't keep dragging this out

stalemate between them for far too long; there had to be some kind of

Lucas remained silent.

then, his phone rang. He glanced at the screen-it

"Hello?"

the other end sounded urgent. "Mr. Lucas, something's wrong. Madam Barbara is missing!" Lucas' frown deepened. "When did this

the caretaker replied. "kstepped out to get some water, and when I came back, she was gone. I've searched the entire nursing

immediately ordered his men to start

Aaron offered, "I'll

her. Finding her would only be a

her age and limited mobility? And where could she

later, Lucas received a call saying that Barbara

nursing home,"

promptly, "Understood, Mr. Lucas. When we found Madam Barbara, there was also

Lucas' brow furrowed. "Who?"

Juliet Cooper and Madam Barbara refused to let her leave. What should we do, Mr. Lucas?" Lucas' frown deepened. "I'll come

to his

for escape attempts. Makes you wonder if she's got a rebelliousz streak

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