Chapter 168



"How have I targeted him?" Connor's voice was sharp and defensive.

"You've got him living and working on the front lines with the workers, and he can't leave without permission. That's a bit much, don't you think?" Chloe's tone was calm but firm.

Connor let out a cold laugh. "Oh, did he come crying to you? What else did he say?"

Chloe's voice turned icy. "No, he didn't. Actually, I don't care what you do. I just hope you won't let your personal feelings get in the way because of me. The Paradise Resort project is too big to be tainted by personal grudges."

Chloe was always clear-headed. She never entertained the idea of getting back together with Lucas.

But Connor, well, he was a different story. Spending days and nights together had left her feeling a bit lost.

This man's possessiveness was overwhelming. Even though they had set clear boundaries, he kept crossing the line. At this rate, it was only a matter of time before things went south.

Connor sneered, "It's just a leave of absence, right? Fine. I'll send someone personally."

Then, Connor hung up.

In less than half an hour, his people arrived. He had actually sent a helicopter.

for the best, as driving back would take at

were in Riverbrook in

was rushed to Saint Ryan

found he had a lung contusion. Luckily, he was brought in time; otherwise, surgery would have been necessary. Chloe

and focus on your treatment for a few days. Don't

softly called

us will change because of this

eyes darkened. It was as if she could see right through

Feeling embarrassed, Lucas quickly

subject.

I don't want them

replied calmly, "Then I'll

He had actually hoped she would visit him

some rest. I'm

the door, Lucas

not have time in the next few

didn't want to be

she walked down the hallway and bumped into

brooding over something. Still, he took

to be hospitalized," Chloe

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