Coco understood that the other party was more powerful than she was, and there was nothing that she could do about it."So, you're upset about this?" Lucas asked."It's just... I feel a bit powerless," Coco admitted. "Even though I don't want to admit it, it's often the case. That's why people strive to become stronger. The stronger you are, you can protect what you want to protect like dignity, freedom, and so on,” Lucas explained. "It’s always the law of the jungle. You have to keep growing stronger if you don’t want to be seen as a weakling.” Then, he paused and looked at her. "Coco, aren't you also becoming stronger bit by bit?""Me?" She was taken aback. "Am I?""Of course," Lucas affirmed. "You probably wouldn't have chased after someone to demand an apology like today back then.""That... that's because...""You want to say it’s because you're my girlfriend, right? If she insulted you, it meant she was insulting me too, right?" Lucas seemed to see through Coco’s mind.Coco sta
"I do not have to wear them daily," Coco said. Her daily casual look didn't suit this jewelry. Since these pieces were quite valuable, wearing them would make her constantly anxious and worried about damaging them."In that case, I'll find more opportunities for you to wear them," Lucas said teasingly.Coco wrapped her arms around Lucas's neck. "Lucas, I feel so happy right now." But the happiness she was feeling now also frightened her. She feared that their happiness might not last forever. The happier she felt now, the more fearful she was deep down.Lucas bent down and kissed her lips. "I'll make you even happier in the future, Coco... I want to be the source of your happiness!"He wanted to give her the best of everything. Unknowingly, his feelings for Coco had deepened even more.-In a private room at the bar, Caleb looked at his friend. The usually indifferent expression on Lucas seemed softer, and he was smiling faintly."You're in a good mood?" Caleb asked."Yes, I am," Luc
Lucas ended the call, but Coco’s cheerful voice was still echoing in his ears. He couldn’t wait to hear her voice in person. "Alright, I'll make a move first," Lucas told Caleb while standing up.Caleb was taken aback. "Wait, you're leaving already?""What else? Do you want to come with me to pick Coco up from work?" Lucas asked back.Caleb was speechless once more. Fine, he shouldn't have asked.Caleb looked at the unopened bottles of wine after Lucas left. It seemed like he would be drinking alone tonight.Coco was already waiting downstairs when Lucas arrived."Why did you come down? You could've waited upstairs," Lucas said.Coco smiled and said cutely, "I wanted to see you sooner."Her cute tone made Lucas beam unconsciously. “Do you want to have a late-night snack? We have time for it,” Lucas asked once Coco got into the car. Coco's eyes immediately lit up. She hadn't had a late-night snack in a long time!"How about some BBQ chicken wings?" she suggested."Chicken wings?" Luc
Coco felt fuzzy and warm thinking about those few happy moments during her university years.“I’ll come here with you when you want to fix your cravings in the future. I promise I won’t get tired of this place,” Lucas said.Coco was stunned. "But you're not used to places like this, right?""It's not a problem. I don't have to dine only in fancy restaurants," Lucas replied.Nevertheless, Lucas still exuded elegance even sitting on a small stool outside such a modest establishment. His formal attire starkly contrasted with the others, attracting many curious glances.Some women, in particular, were openly admiring Lucas. After all, his handsome face and cold demeanor suggested a kind of austerity, making him even more intriguing.Coco could fully understand the women's awe. She, too, often found herself captivated by him. Her heart would race every time she saw Lucas, especially when she woke up every morning. Just then, a young woman dressed in trendy clothes approached Lucas. "Hey,
Lucas’s oppressive aura and intense gaze made Natalia tremble in fear. "You! You’ll get it from me!" She retorted before turning and running away.The onlookers were visibly surprised, casting curious glances at Lucas. However, he paid no attention to their stares. The moment he turned to look at Coco, his fierceness melted into tenderness."Sorry," he said.Coco blinked. "What are you apologizing for?""That woman...""Didn’t you already stand up for me?" Coco replied. She wasn't affected by Natalia’s insults. A few harsh words were nothing compared to the bullying during her school days.Seeing Lucas still looking apologetic, she smiled and said, "Don't worry. I've got a strong mentality built up over time. Besides, the way you told her to get lost was absolutely cool! My boyfriend is impressive!” "Are you sure you're okay?" Lucas was worried that Natalia’s words might have upset Coco."Yes, I'm fine. And I’m happy that you protected me just now," she said.Coco had finally found s
"I am eating, and I'm faster at deboning too,” Lucas said. Coco had to agree with him. Lucas had deboned a few chicken wings in no time. His movements were also far more elegant than hers.Besides that, Coco’s chicken wings were in a sorry state, but Lucas’s chicken wings remained perfectly intact after deboning, almost as if he was creating an art piece.Just then, someone shouted, "That's them! That guy hit me! Simon, you have to help me get revenge!"Coco looked up to see Natalia, who had left earlier, returning with a group of menacing individuals. Judging by their appearance and tattoos, these were street thugs.Coco was startled. She wondered if Natalia had brought these people for revenge.The people at the nearby tables looked like they wanted to get as far away as possible.The shop owner quickly came over, hoping that they would fight outside."We’ll fight outside, then," Lucas said calmly.Coco was flabbergasted. She wondered how Lucas could beat seven or eight men alone.
"It was me who made the report just now. There's been a fight here, and my boyfriend—" Coco hurriedly ran to the police, shouting. She was relieved that the police had gotten here in time. But before she could finish her sentence, she caught sight of the scene at the entrance out of the corner of her eye.The thugs who had come looking for trouble were all sprawled on the ground while Lucas stood there, completely unscathed.Coco was bewildered that Lucas had won the fight against the men. Lucas went to her side and frowned slightly as he noticed Coco’s messy hair and the scratches on her neck. "What happened? Who did this to you?" He asked while gently touching the scratches on her neck.It hadn't hurt much before, but now, it stung a bit.The police officer, glancing between the chaotic scene outside and the one inside the stall, cleared his throat and ordered "Everyone, you guys are required to come with me to the station for statements!"So, a whole group of people were taken ba
"What about those guys? Are they seriously injured? Are they unharmed? Will you get into trouble?" Coco asked, her voice filled with concern."I held back, otherwise, they might really have ended up being crippled. They’ll just need a few days in the hospital. But once they're out, they'll be detained," Lucas explained while taking her hand. "Come on, let's go home."Lucas intertwined their fingers, and they left the police station. Coco was still in a daze.It wasn't until they got into the car that Coco asked, "Can we really go home?""Of course," he replied, amused. "Now, put on your seatbelt.""Oh, okay," Coco quickly buckled up.On the way back, Coco looked at Lucas and asked, "You’re not hurt, are you?""Do I look hurt?" Lucas asked back with a slight smile."Didn’t the fight affect your wound around your waist and abdomen?""Don’t worry. I’m almost healed, and the fight didn’t affect it," he assured her."I think we should do a check-up at the hospital," Coco insisted. She was s