Chapter 12 They Work Together

Chapter 12 They Work Together

Sloane’s words made Lucas‘ eyes narrow, and the painful memories he had deliberately buried surged up from the depths of his heart.

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At first, he had chalked it up to overwork and didn’t think much of it. But as time went on, the pain became more frequent and intense–until one day, without warning, he lost consciousness.

“My blood only woke you up temporarily,” Sloane continued. “If you want to fully detox, it’ll take more effort. So, how about we work together?”

“Work together?” Lucas‘ deep voice broke the silence, tinged with suspicion. “Ms. Rivers, what kind of deal are you proposing?”

Sloane tilted her head, thinking for a moment. “Within six months, I’ll cure you. In return, you’ll help me with three things.”

Lucas had already started to believe her when she accurately described his symptoms. On top of that, she had just saved his life with her blood.

things?” Lucas was a sharp businessman–especially cautious

Hawthorne Group must not cooperate with the Rivers family. As for the other two, I haven’t decided yet. But

Hawthorne Group and the Rivers family?” Lucas frowned in confusion. As far as he knew, the Rivers family wasn’t nearly qualified to work with

Andrew. “You tell

been unconscious for a long time. The doctors even issued a critical notice. Madam Tessa was desperate and agreed to a rushed marriage ceremony, hoping it would help you ward off your

one had expected it would actually

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the Rivers family, yet her first condition was to block a deal between her own family and the Hawthornes. Doesn’t she realize her family has sent her

winked at Lucas and smiled.

He knew she was referring to

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