Chapter 188

Lucas's chest constricted as he recalled Aveline's icy demeanor. The memory left him with a lingering discomfort.

He tugged at his collar, trying to ease the pressure, but it didn’t help.

Stepping out of the hospital, Lucas found himself under a darkened sky. The waiting driver had already pulled up to the entrance.

Lucas got into the car and, on impulse, called Aveline’s number again.

It was still turned off.

Feeling frustrated, he dialed Desmond. “Find out where Aveline is right now.”

Desmond replied, “Yes.”

An hour ago, Brian had been dragged out, battered, and bruised—all for offending Aveline. With that grim scene fresh in his mind, Lucas dared not delay the order.

He knew Lucas was displeased.

Desmond's expression was serious as he instructed his team to investigate.

…

As their sports car zipped past a taxi, Russell's friend in the passenger seat snickered. "Hey Russ, check it out. That cab's practically smoking. What's their rush?"

Russell glanced over. The taxi was indeed goin