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 the

also regret causing you some trouble later," he continued, skillfully avoiding the

that. Since you've chosen to go abroad, focus on your career.

Russell truly desired was

for her... perhaps she was

kind words. I probably won't be able to attend your wedding, so don't bother

other end, someone urged Russell to board his flight. He said, "I need to hang up

response,

of confusion and shock as memories of Russell surfaced in her

felt

are you thinking

Suddenly, Lucas's deep, magnetic

over, sat beside her, and wrapped her in his arms. Fresh from exercising and showering,

ver

pleasant scent that sh

against him, Aveline said, "Russell just

even has

goodbye. He's going

return, that remained

scoffed. "At least he's

him and suddenly asked,

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