Chapter 890

"Happy New Year! How have you been lately?"

Russell's voice carried a hint of laughter.

Aveline replied, "Pretty good. I found my biological parents and have returned to Labor City."

"I saw the news, but I haven't had a chance to congratulate you yet." Russell's tone surprisingly carried a note of loneliness.

Aveline lowered her gaze, unsure of what to say. Their relationship was just a thin layer of unspoken feelings away from changing everything. Once that layer was pierced, nothing would be the same. They both paused, the silence stretching between them.

"I'm going abroad."

After a long moment, Russell's voice finally broke the silence.

Aveline was taken aback. "Why the sudden decision to go abroad?"

"I'm sorry."

But instead of answering her question, Russell offered an apology.

The unexpected apology left Aveline stunned.

but couldn't find

before. I also regret causing you some trouble later," he continued, skillfully avoiding the specifics yet

exhaled softly, then said, "Alright, I accept that. Since you've chosen to go abroad, focus on your career. I'm sure you'll

Russell truly desired was

for her... perhaps she was just a

kind words. I probably won't be able to

Russell to board his flight. He said, "I need

her response, he ended

a mix of confusion and

all felt like

you

Suddenly, Lucas's deep, magnetic

her, and wrapped her in

ver

pleasant scent that sh

against him, Aveline said, "Russell

this, Lucas's expression darkened. "He even has the nerve to

was saying goodbye. He's going

return,

"At least

looked at him and suddenly asked, "Lucas,

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