Chapter 37

"Let's go," Lucas said as he stood up, blocking her view.

Aveline looked at him. "Huh?"

Lucas looked down at her. "Aren't we going to the lawyer’s office?"

Aveline lowered her eyes and didn't say anything. She got up and followed him out of the Tudor residence.

As she glanced back at the expansive and luxurious villa, she couldn't help but say, "What a shame, I won't be able to come here anymore."

She did like this place.

"You can still come," Lucas suddenly said.

Aveline looked at him, meeting his dark, intense eyes. She smiled and replied, "No thanks. It would be awkward if I ran into you and Miss Winter getting cozy."

Lucas's brow furrowed, and his demeanor grew colder.

He stopped looking at her and got into the car.

Aveline took the front passenger seat, but the driver didn't start the car.

She blinked in confusion. "What's the hold-up? Let's go."

The driver was sweating nervously. "Could you please sit in the back?"

Aveline turned to look at Lucas. Sure enough, he looked even more