A vein throbbed at Sidney's temple, and without another word, he turned and walked away.

Maria chuckled softly, watching his retreating back.

There was no need to rush.

Aveline threw herself into work, heading out the next day to inspect the plot of land Patrick owned. It was surrounded by a vineyard, making it an ideal location for a winery. Patrick's main goal was to build a resort-style winery, catering to the elite for leisure and entertainment, so he was particular about every detail.

After gaining a general understanding of the terrain and Patrick's vision, Aveline returned to the studio and began working tirelessly on the designs, sketching day and night.

When the first draft was ready, Myron called to inform her that the court date had been set for a week from now.

At the same time, Lucas also received the court notification.

He was dining at Club Nine with a group of business partners. After hanging up the phone, his strikingly handsome face remained as impassive as ever, a cigarette held between his fingers. The people around him spoke cautiously, watching his expression. "You guys carry on. I'm leaving early," Lucas said suddenly, standing up as the cigarette burned to its end. He grabbed his coat and left the private room.

The wind outside was biting, with light snowflakes drifting down. He got into the car and instructed the driver, "To Maple Garden."

"Yes, sir."

through the streets, the sky grew darker, and the snowflakes swirled in the air, mirroring the

when the elevator doors opened. Lucas' tall figure, cloaked in the biting cold, stepped

paused, then reached out to press

got the notice, didn't you?" she asked, breaking

notice?" Lucas feigned

at him and replied, "The

receive it," Lucas answered, his tone

a moment, then told him the

of his coat, his posture relaxed

Aveline was speechless.

the court date set, it was still up to Lucas whether he showed up or not. As long as he refused, the court session couldn't proceed. They were stuck in a deadlock

and asked,

swr

Lucas cut her off. "You don't need to say anything more. I've heard it all a

fell silent. The elevator grew

opened, and Lucas walked out.

surprise, Lucas was there, standing

want?"

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