Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 753

Hudson's steady heartbeat reassured Bryce Lutz that the old man was simply asleep. "Well, his heart's beating at a normal pace. Must be dreaming," he mused.

The nurse, relieved, approached Bryce. "Mr. Lutz, it's getting late. Since the boss is resting, maybe you should head home to your daughter."

Bryce, hands in pockets, nodded with a slight, knowing smile. "Guess I'll leave him to it then."

With a confident stride, he left the room, a determined grin playing at the corners of his mouth as he disappeared into the hall.

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The next morning saw Ludwik Lippert, fresh from his hospital discharge, heading straight to work at the Lippert Group.

Jason, his father, arrived looking worse for wear, anger etched on his face as he took in the visible injuries on Ludwik. "Have you lost your mind? Go home and rest. Rushing to work straight from the hospital, are you trying to give me gray hairs?" "Father, it's not as dramatic as you think. Besides, you were the one who always said 'bounce back quickly."

Ludwik's nonchalance as he took his seat behind the desk left Jason speechless. It was as if his son was suddenly supercharged, a stark contrast to his recent despondency.

still shaken by the events that had unfolded at the Wilsons' gala-an explosion that had the police and fire departments scrambling, rumored to have been an assassination attempt

it be the Patricks?" Jason fumed, having heard rumors of Jarvis Patrick's vendetta against Ludwik

knows it, but

audacity of the Patricks, to come after my son, my family, after everything. They already have everything they could want; why can't they leave

bus to save his skin. She publicly clashed with me, after

believe Phineas will see through the Patricks' schemes.

warning for Ludwik to stay vigilant

had a hand

unexpected visitor. "Mr.

a nod, Ludwik allowed

dress and chic blazer paired with pink heels making a statement. Her makeup was subtle yet cunning, her demeanor a mix of innocence and allure. "Mr. Lippert!" she greeted with a familiar smile, placing a carefully dry-cleaned suit on his desk.

acknowledging her, leaving Felix to handle

rugged charm Ludwik exuded, even in his state of dishevelment. Despite his indifference, Elodie was determined to win him over, captivated by his strength and

man, she decided, was

deep breath in her mind, her dimples creating a charming smile as she moved closer, "Mr. Lippert, I truly want to repay you for saving my life. Do you have some time? Maybe we can have lunch together. I own a little bistro