Chapter 812

Aveline pressed her lips together slightly, unwilling to admit it but knowing she had to—her heart was wavering because of Lucas.

Images of the recent events flashed through her mind.

She lowered her gaze, a complex look in her eyes.

How could she not waver?

He had changed significantly.

He had become much gentler, more respectful of her thoughts and opinions.

He was slowly becoming the Lu she had once loved.

And she had no defenses against Lu.

She closed her eyes briefly, trying to pull herself out of those emotions, without giving any further explanation.

“Let’s just get back to work,” she said, refocusing her attention on her computer.

...

At Tudor Group.

In the boardroom, the atmosphere was heavy.

Lucas sat at the head of the table, dressed in a silver-gray suit, his tie undone and the top two buttons of his shirt left open. One hand rested on the table as he twirled a pen between fingers. His sharp, handsome face remained expressionless.

The shareholders had all arrived.

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