Chapter 877

Aveline quickly sent her resignation email to Maria.

But before she could even close her laptop, Maria's call came through.

"Aveline, I heard you've found your biological family. Are you planning to stay in Larbor City for good?" Maria's tone remained casual as if they were still close friends.

Aveline's voice, however, was cold and distant. "Yes, I'm not leaving."

Her family was here, and she had no intention of going anywhere else.

Maria sighed, sounding regretful. "Ah... you're so talented, and I really like having you on my team. It would've been great if you stayed."

Aveline's next question came out sharper. "Is that really what you feel, or is it just part of the assignment Lucas gave you?"

"What..." Maria was momentarily stunned, lost for words.

After a brief pause, her tone shifted, becoming more cautious. "You know?"

Aveline let out a bitter, silent laugh. "How long were you planning to keep it from me?"

was all Mr. Tudor's idea. But his

wasn't protecting me. He was monitoring me," Aveline interrupted, her voice cold. "I know the truth now. I'm not going to make a scene or fight over it. But please, don't pretend to be my friend anymore. That makes

she responded, "I understand. I won't disturb you

the call ended, Aveline's

trusted had been watching her all along. How could she accept

at the view outside, but all she felt

week left until

family had already decorated the house with festive cheer. This year's celebrations would be grander than ever, thanks to Aveline's return. Even distant relatives from the extended family

almost two months pregnant now, though her stomach remained flat. But her condition hadn't been good. She was

her energy

frequently nauseous anet

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state quickly drew the concern

deep concern. "Aveline, are you feeling

up on a single-seater with a pillow hugged close, Aveline stared blankly at him for a moment before responding,

three men in

clenched his teeth.

deeply. "Didn't you two get divorced? When

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