Chapter 314 Some People Know Their Place

Chapter 314 Some People Know Their Place

Sloane opened the box. Inside was a cake-its shape imperfect, but decorated with care. Across the top, written carefully in chocolate sauce, was her name: “Sloane.”

She lifted her eyes to Lucas’ exhausted yet gentle gaze, frowning. “You didn’t sleep all night?”

Lucas didn’t answer. Instead, he asked softly, “Do you want to try it?”

Sloane scooped up a bite and tasted it. Sweetness melted across her tongue. The flavor might not have been professional, but to her, it was the most delicious dessert she had ever eaten.

“Well?” Lucas looked at her like a student waiting nervously for a teacher’s grade.

Sloane set down the spoon and suddenly reached out, her hand brushing against his weary face. “Lucas.”

“Mm?”

“It’s wonderful.”

eyes lit instantly, as if stars

in the hospital, Lucas shuttled constantly

was discharged, he had just wrapped up a meeting and was preparing to head to the

down her teacup with elegance, a poised smile tugging at her lips. “Mr. Hawthorne, I owe


his tone flat. “Ms. Cora,

has already been sent to a sanatorium in Switzerland by our father.” Cora pulled a document from her bag. “Here is the equity transfer agreement she signed. From now on, no one will stand

set them aside without much thought. “Your

Cora rose promptly, offering a slight nod. “I won’t

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