Chapter 156



Lucas shot Connor a quick glance.

This project had multiple teams already in place. Besides Leading Heights's project director, there were roles like operations manager, safety director, quality director, commercial manager, and production director, to name a few. It was rare for the project director to be on-site every day. Plus, the Paradise Resort project was in Riverbrook's most secluded suburb, miles away from here. Connor was basically sending Lucas into exile with the project department.

But this project was crucial for Moncada International. Whatever Connor demanded, Lucas had to accept. After last night, Lucas felt utterly defeated. Between Linda's clinginess and Chloe's cold shoulder, he just wanted some peace and quiet. So, Lucas agreed without a second thought.

knew all about Lucas and Linda's relationship. Linda was Lucas' mistress,

Lucas. Today, she was dressed especially somberly in a long white linen dress with a white canvas bag on her shoulder. With no makeup, she looked even more tired, her eyes slightly red, making her seem fragile and helpless. She looked like

grabbed his sleeve. "Lucas, today's our baby's three-month check-up. Will you come with me to the hospital,

already knew

been furious and hated her now. There was no explaining it, and she didn't intend to. It had been three years. Even if it was all a misunderstanding between Chloe and Lucas, there was no going back. Plus, she was carrying Lucas' baby. Her only leverage

was long gone, replaced by disgust. He shook off Linda's hand, staring at her coldly. Suddenly, he spoke,

by lightning. She couldn't believe her ears. After a while, she asked, "Lucas,

wrestled with this for

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