The man simply smiled warmly and nodded at Coco enthusiastically. Lucas made his decision according to his girlfriend's opinion, so he immediately understood the importance of Coco to Lucas by Lucas' response. Later, Coco suddenly realized who the stranger was. The first man he met was a key figure in the city government. The people in this room were all important leaders of the bureau. She had seen some of them on the city's news.The dinner reminded her of the last time she had accompanied Lucas to a party and met people she would not have usually met."What do you do, Ms. Souza?" One of the men asked."Oh, I draw comics," Coco replied."Comics? That's great! There's a comic book festival in the city soon. If you're interested in participating, just let me know," another man answered. He was from the Bureau of Cultural Affairs. "The magazine I work for has already signed up and applied for a booth," Coco explained. She had participated in the comic festivals held in the city
Coco enjoyed shopping here. The prices were affordable, and she could bargain for more. Seasonal and interesting goods were on sale from time to time, like commemorative coins or handmade products. She would occasionally buy some to support the vendors.After parking his car in the parking lot next to the night market, Lucas and Coco went for a stroll in the night market.Many couples came to the night market at night, holding hands intimately. Coco watched the couples with envy, wondering what Lucas and her looked like to other people.Coco lowered her eyes to Lucas' hand and stared at his beautiful fingers. He had such nice hands, reminding her of the male protagonists in comics. She felt timid and wondered if her touch would make him uncomfortable, but the urge to hold his hand was overwhelming. "What's wrong?" Lucas' voice asked suddenly. Coco jolted, glancing up to meet his dark eyes. She even saw her bewildered face reflected in his eyes."I..." Coco mustered almost all h
Coco looked worried. "B-But if it gets on the news… It may go viral. Won't our relationship be exposed then?""You don't want the public to know we're dating?" Lucas asked.Coco felt very awkward. "I think that'll gather too much attention, and…" After a short silence, she said, "I had some history in university. I don't want anyone to use that to attack you and cause you trouble."Lucas stopped in his tracks. He turned to look at Coco, seemingly surprised by her words. He thought she was worried the exposure would attract trouble for her, but it turned out she was concerned about him."Don't worry about your history causing me trouble. We're dating and intending to get married, and it's only a matter of time before the public finds out. I won't let news about my relationship become viral. If it's published, I'll find a way to remove it. You don't have to worry," Lucas reassured her. After all, with his status and influence in showbiz, no one in the entertainment industry would def
The stall owner readily agreed and handed Coco a blank paper. Coco took the pen and quickly drew on the paper.Lucas saw Coco drawing on the sheet of paper, two lovely dolls coming to life with just a few simple strokes. He could tell at a glance that she had designed these two dolls with their image in mind. "Just like this." After completing the drawing, Coco returned the pen and paper to the stall owner.The owner marveled at the drawing and responded with high praises. "Okay. You can pick it up in a week. That will be 40 dollars for two dolls."Knowing the owner well enough, Coco knew this was the best price. Just as she was about to pay, Lucas offered to pay. "Let me." Lucas pulled out his phone and quickly scanned the code to pay."Anything else?" Lucas asked Coco."How about some accessories? I recently got a batch of handmade jewelry," the owner said enthusiastically. Coco seemed very interested in what the owner had to offer although Lucas was not particularly impre
"You're my boyfriend now. Consider this bracelet a gift from me to you. I'd feel weird if you had to pay for your own gift," Coco insisted.Lucas glanced at the bracelet on his wrist. A gift? Strange feelings were bubbling in his chest, and he said nothing. Finally, Coco paid the bill, looking at the bracelet on her wrist with joy. "Do you like them that much?" Lucas asked.Coco chuckled, feeling a little embarrassed. "It's my first time wearing a matching couple bracelet. It's a new feeling.""How does it feel?" he asked."Like I'm not alone anymore," Coco murmured. "It feels like I finally have someone with me."Lucas's eyes flickered with something. No longer alone? Coco seemed bright and cheerful, but Lucas could sense her real emotions behind the facade. When she was young, she lived with her foster family after her parents passed away. Then, she began living alone after enrolling in university."Lucas, can you wear this bracelet whenever we go on a date? I know it's no
Lucas felt at ease with Coco around him. Maybe it was a good idea for him to stay that way. If he could fall in love with Coco, it would be the best for everyone.Lucas fluttered his eyes open slowly and stared at the brand-new silver bracelet on his wrist. "Serenity, I'll do anything to grant your wish." Even if it meant letting himself fall in love with another person. He would do his best to grant her wish!The next day, the executives of Gomez Group were surprised to find Lucas wearing a silver bracelet on his wrist. It was hard to imagine a man like him wearing silver accessories. Some even tried to identify the bracelet and luxury brand but could not find anything.The silver bracelet with unknown origins immediately became the talk of the company.Caleb saw this silver bracelet when he came to meet Lucas. Unlike Lucas' employees, he naturally realized that the bracelet was not from a big brand. "Why are you wearing a bracelet like this? Where did you get it from? The marke
"If they knew, they'd be overjoyed," Caleb exclaimed. Lucas' parents had been worried about their son's marriage. Nothing else mattered as long as he was willing to marry a woman."You came to see me. Something you need?" Lucas asked. Caleb then remembered the reason he came, but it felt a little awkward to bring it up. "Well, it's about Jane… I didn't want to be involved, but her family came to harass me at work every day. It caused quite the disturbance, and I was thinking of…""You want me to spare her?" Lucas said, raising an eyebrow."I initially thought of that, but I changed my mind," Caleb said. Lucas was serious about Coco and would not let Jane escape her punishment for attacking Coco on the set. This meant the Harris family's plan had failed."Great. Don't feel at all sorry for someone like her. She harmed Coco, and she's now getting a taste of her own medicine," Lucas said, a cold glint appearing in his eyes.-Those people who put Serenity in danger were all subdue
Clara responded to Serenity before finally ending the call.Serenity was right. She should deal with this matter as soon as possible. The rumors might reach Solaria soon, and Yanny would be alienated and criticized in class again.Clara felt a pang of heartache thinking of the various discriminations her son had endured because of her past in prison and for raising him as a single mother. She did not want the past to repeat itself.Taking a deep breath, Clara dialed Wilson's number, praying he would answer her call. A few beats later, the call connected. "Yes?" Wilson's voice answered."I'm calling to ask about the rumor from Latveria. We're divorced, but why are there rumors of you cheating in marriage?""I know you brought Mandy to the party, but a rumor like this shouldn't have happened. Why didn't you announce the divorce?"Clara asked a series of questions, only to receive a short answer from Wilson. "We're not yet divorced.""What?!" Clara was stunned. She thought she he