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?"

guilty, Maria said quietly, "I'm sorry... it was all Mr. Tudor's idea. But his

scene or fight over it. But please, don't pretend to be my friend anymore. That makes me feel like a fool." Maria fell silent,

"I

the call ended, Aveline's emotions

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

at the view outside, but all she felt

was only a week left until New Year's

cheer. This year's celebrations would be grander than ever, thanks to Aveline's return. Even distant relatives

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

and her

frequently nauseous anet

BUMS

quickly drew the concern of the Cooper

deep concern. "Aveline, are

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

three men in the room

his teeth. "Is

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

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