Chapter 159

"No need," Lucas said weakly with his eyes closed. "I don't want to see her, but she is still my wife. If she gets arrested, it will harm the Tudor family's reputation."

Frederick snorted. "She almost killed you, and you're still thinking about her."

Yvonne added, "Lucas, could there be some misunderstanding? I don't think Aveline is that kind of person."

Lucas didn't say more, but his attitude was clear.

Aveline clenched her fists, staring at Lucas's face. She took a deep breath and said, "I didn't poison you, Lucas. If you find out later that you misunderstood me, don't come looking for me. I won't forgive you."

With that, she turned and walked out.

Under the covers, Lucas' hand clenched into a fist.

Just then, Sophia walked in, seeing Aveline's pale face as she left. She asked in confusion, "What happened?"

Yvonne sighed. "Lucas says Aveline poisoned him."

Sophia's eyes widened in disbelief. "How... how is that possible?"

Frederick said, "Lucas, once you're recovered, divorce that w