Celestial Queen: Revenge Is Sweet When You’re A Zillionaire Heiress

Chapter 1400

Chapter 1400:

So, Lucius was indeed the architect behind it all. A coldness swept through Harlee’s gaze, reflecting a tumult of emotions. She had convinced herself she was visiting Baldrick to exonerate Lucius from any suspicions of masterminding plots. Yet, here she was…

Confronted with his familiar, gentle smile, Harlee’s heart felt as if it had been struck. Inhaling sharply, she faced him, her eyes filled with disillusionment.

“It was you, wasn’t it?”

“Yes,” Lucius replied calmly, taking a leisurely sip of his coffee, his laughter muted.

“I had a doctor examine you. You’re advised to rest. The baby is in a delicate position.”

Stunned, Harlee remained seated on the chaise lounge, hesitant to rise. The remnants of the previous night’s terror lingered. She leaned back, supporting herself on the lounge, as she strove to stabilize her emotions. Her hand gently stroked her belly, feeling relieved that the discomfort had subsided since the night before. Slowly, she lifted her gaze to meet Lucius’s.

“Surprised to see me? I thought you had already figured it out.”

Lucius spoke casually, his kind eyes turning toward her.

“It’s been a year since we last met, hasn’t it? I almost forgot to ask, did you like the wedding gift I sent you?”

very communicative. There was a noticeable coldness between them. She couldn’t recall his words or actions from that visit. Her only memory was of sitting for a short while before fleeing as

more tangled. She struggled with her response. Although Lucius had always shown her kindness, he was now revealed as the schemer

live

in a safe,”

cup and then set

Harlee maintained

idea? It seems

Lucius’s face but was quickly replaced by a gentle smile. He refilled his coffee cup, asking, “What

vulnerable, her

Lucius observed her gently.

of your condition. Even if I were to use any toxins, I would

She wanted to trust

question was edged with a hint of sadness. She

least until Harlee’s child was born, neither he nor Nola

his hesitation

foolish, wasn’t I?” She had believed in her friendship with Nola,

against her loved ones.

one after your life,” Lucius said, setting