Chapter 857

Cathy maintained a composed smile. "Lucas, you're here."

Lucas nodded, his gaze shifting to Rina's pale face.

He asked, puzzled, "What happened to her?"

Rina's eyes welled up with tears, and she bit her lip before softly replying, "I'm fine, Lucas."

"Did someone upset you?" Lucas pressed. "You can tell me or your grandfather, and we'll make sure someone takes care of it."

Rina gave a quiet nod and retreated to her room without another word. After exchanging brief farewells with her mother, Lucas left as well.

Once in the car, he leaned back in his seat, his expression icy.

Desmond glanced over and said, "Mr. Wilbert has learned of Russell's true intentions. He likely won't support him any longer. With how Russell has treated Rina, the Johnson family might push for a divorce." If that happened, all of Russell's efforts would be for nothing.

Lucas opened his eyes, his dark gaze laced with a hint of red. "He brought this upon himself."

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already the following afternoon. The strong scent of disinfectant filled her nose,

lit up with joy-she

awake?" Leo's voice came from nearby. "I bought some oatmeal It's easy

saw Leo walking toward

looked at him with gratitude. "Thank

seemed her gamble

thank me," Leo said with a wave. "We've helped each other, after

didn't respond further. Even without her, someone else would have helped him. He wasn't going

she ate the bowl of oatmeal, feeling warmth spread through her body.

need to find out who was behind my

need any help,

will," Aveline said with

the hospital. After handling

are we?" she

quite far from the center of Cloudflare City. I'll drive you back." "Thank you."

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