The Queen Returns And She’s Unforgiving

Chapter 171

Lucas didn't refute Evelyn's words.

However, Evelyn noticed a subtle change in his demeanor. From a distance, he observed her, watching her every expression closely to gauge its truthfulness. But the silence between them was broken by his phone ringing.

It was a call from Bluezen.

He had initially intended to answer immediately but paused. He glanced at Evelyn before asking, "Can I take this call?"

It was as if he were seeking her approval.

Evelyn didn't have the luxury to care about his attitude. The pain in her abdomen intensified, and she could feel cold sweat forming on her forehead. She barely managed to suppress the discomfort. In the dim light, her lips turned paler, and her breath became shallow as she nodded slightly.

Lucas turned to answer the call.

The voice on the other end was a man's. "Mr. Grant, Ms. Moore has been working on the data all day and hasn't been able to get it right. She refuses to leave work and hasn't eaten anything all day. It looks like she won't go home until it's done..."

Lucas frowned slightly.

didn't have the strength to grab the medicine in her bag

he was talking to, but Lucas seemed

risk her health. She could only muster the strength to reach out

touched him, Lucas ended the call. He suddenly turned around and

were quick, and Evelyn's hand was unintentionally brushed aside as he grabbed the coat. He didn't seem to notice her

wait for me," he said

her body swaying slightly as she stared

blank as she quietly withdrew her gaze. She curled up on the couch, trying

up after nearly 20 minutes. She dragged her heavy legs to the hallway cabinet. There, she opened her bag and quickly shoved the painkillers and targeted medication into her mouth,

any negative emotions. She wasn't angry, upset, or resentful. She simply accepted the

to feel better. She washed her face with cold water to clear her mind. Calmly, she

with Lucas and typed one last message to him. "You're free to buy as many rings and jewelry for Tiffany, but she can't have my mom's wedding ring. If you're willing to sell it, I'll pay

had bought for Tiffany. She had never intended to use this method, but Lucas didn't

"Can you contact Mr. Jenkins from TechNova Group? He still hasn't sent the data reports for the last project.

was collaborating with TechNova Group. She had visited Technova Group with Justine before, and they had a group chat with Jacob and the

Evelyn messaged Jacob privately.