My Wife is a Hacker novel (Nicole)

Chapter 2980

Ellar’s tone conveyed his effort to contribute positively to the lunch gathering. "I remembered how much you both liked it last time, so I grabbed it for today," he said.

Lulu casually mentioned, "Well, enjoy it while you can.

Nicole will be out of the country soon."

Ellar’s reaction was one of genuine surprise. "Out of the country? Nicole, what's the occasion?"

"Just some business matters. I'll be back in a few days," Nicole replied, downplaying the significance of her trip.

Ellar, not privy to the details, simply nodded in understanding. "Got it."

Nicole then shifted the conversation, her gaze intent on Ellar. Before I go, is there anything you need assistance with?"

Ellar, slightly uneasy under Nicole's scrutiny, averted his eyes. "No, everything's fine on my end. You don't need to worry about me, Nicole."

bit

to affirm his words. "Really, everything's fine," he

meal then," Nicole said, deciding to leave the matter for now. Despite her lingering doubts, she couldn't pinpoint anything specific about Ellar that seemed

to focus on the present, resolving to revisit any concerns about Ellar after her trip. She thought that it was possible

lunch, Ellar quickly found an excuse to leave the Riddle

released a relieved sigh, wiping the perspiration from his brow. He had sensed the

the Spicy Mexican fish was ordered by his assistant, while he had met with Martin to improve his complexion,

appeared to have paid off,

some change in his situation by her return. Even if things didn't improve substantially, he felt confident that his condition would not be

look very pale. Should I take you home to rest?" Ellar’s assistant, full of concern, looked

head back to the company," Ellar’s voice was weak, barely a whisper as he leaned against

would only

the medication's effects started to fade, he felt even weaker than

no one had seen him after the medication wore off. 'If they had, keeping this a secret would've been impossible,' he

Nicole. "He does seem