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.

sweat. She almost didn't have the strength to grab the medicine in her bag by the

who he was talking to, but Lucas seemed deep in thought

health. She could only muster the strength to reach

Lucas ended the call. He

brushed aside as he grabbed the coat. He didn't seem to notice her

something urgent. Just rest here and don't wait for me," he said as the door swung open and then closed

she stared at the empty doorway. Lucas had left

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

minutes. She dragged her heavy legs to the hallway cabinet. There, she opened her bag and quickly shoved the painkillers and targeted medication

resentful. She simply accepted the situation calmly. She returned to the couch, not caring where Lucas

effect quickly, and she started to feel better. She washed her face with cold

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 whatever price you ask. If not, we'll divorce, and I'll have it

Evelyn had the right to reclaim anything Lucas had bought for Tiffany. She had

sat down when Sebastian sent her a message. "Can you contact Mr. Jenkins from TechNova Group? He still hasn't

visited Technova Group with Justine before, and they had a group chat with Jacob and the

Evelyn messaged Jacob privately.

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