My Wife is a Hacker novel (Nicole)

Chapter 2973

"Okay," Lulu said, turning to leave the office. She nearly bumped into Ellar just outside.

Noticing Ellar's haggard look, Lulu frowned with concern." Why do you look so tired?"

"You're here," Ellar replied, a tired note in his voice as he walked into the office.

His eyes widened slightly when he saw Nicole inside." Nicole, what are you doing here?"

"I heard from Lulu you weren't feeling well. Came to check on you," Nicole said, her gaze lingering on Ellar.

Ellar felt an uncomfortable twinge of guilt. Trying to mask any strangeness, he said, a bit stiffly, "No, just busy, that's all. Just tired."

Nicole's eyes narrowed a fraction. "You look more than just tired," she said, skepticism lacing her words. She wasn't buying the mere fatigue story.

forced chuckle. "What else would it be? Honestly, just tired." He gestured to the mountain of paperwork on his desk.

not the work that's keeping you from finishing. You're spending time with Patricia," Lulu said, teasing him with

just went to see her," Ellar admitted, a hint

reaction only solidified Lulu's suspicion. Smiling, she added, "We shouldn't pry into your personal life, but don't let it affect your work,

a hint of confusion in his

I'm just preoccupied with Patricia, she won't

wondered what Lulu

you. You should really think it through," Lulu

been clear about

just think she needs someone to stand by her now. After

without expecting anything in return. He just wanted to be there for her, hoping

sighed, shaking her head, at a loss for further advice

just keeping her company, you shouldn’t be this drained. Let me

to come closer for a quick