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Chapter 71 Kaia is Missing!!

Author: Sunshine
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-01 17:52:09

Ella had barely hit send on her message when she tucked away her phone, straightened her posture, and glanced at Lucas, who lay motionless on the hospital bed.

His features were strikingly handsome, but in the dim light of the room, they carried an air of indifference so intense it almost felt like a barrier.

"Mr. Montgomery," Ella began, her voice steady, “I’ve wrapped up my work for today. Should I order dinner for you?”

Without even looking up, Lucas replied coolly, "No need."

His detached tone made the room feel even colder. Ella lingered for a second, unsure if she should say something else.

Ultimately, she decided against it and picked up her bag. “Alright then, I’ll head out.”

As soon as Ella stepped out of the room, Lucas’s gaze shifted to the window. The darkening sky of Fairfield was heavy, promising rain.

A vague sense of unease stirred within him. His sharp eyes caught sight of the umbrella by his bedside, and a sudden thought struck him.

“Wait. Did Ella even h
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