"Is that so..." Luca frowned slightly. He still wanted to attend the event even though he was injured."I don't feel comfortable handing the task over to others for important occasions as such," Luke said. He finished the warm water and put it on the table.Luca looked at his cast and said, "But your leg...""Start packing. You’ll be going on a business trip with me," Luke said. Not only was he going, but she was going too.If he had to go by himself, it was impossible for him to find out who was controlling Luca when he had to face so many bidders.Luca felt awkward. "I'm going too?""I need someone to take care of me. You’re more attentive compared to Jason. Do you have any objections?" Luke asked."No, I’m fine with the arrangement." Luca shook her head. ‘Am I allowed to say no? Of course not.’Even if the wound on her waist had not healed, she could not say anything. Since Luke asked, she could only say yes..."Get ready. We’ll leave next week." Luke finished speaking and
What he wanted to see most was Luke being pushed into the abyss by the woman he loved most.Luca was angry, and her current mood was complicated. She wanted to put a knife to Abel’s neck but did not even know where he was at the moment..."Are you done?" She took a deep breath. She wanted to escape from it all."No." Abel chuckled and continued talking, "Since you’ve completed the task I assigned you, I should give you an appropriate reward, right?"Luca wanted to turn him down because she knew that his so-called reward was of ill will.Abel said, "You haven't found what drug is in your wound, right? I’ll tell you.” "No need." Luca hung up the phone, not believing a word of what he said.Past experience told her that Abel's rewards and good deeds were all lies.If she believed him, it was most likely that her wound would worsen and she would not be cured.Abel pursed his lips when he heard the busy tone on the other end of the phone. He browsed through the photos Luca sent an
Abel looked at her delicate lips and smiled evilly. "You have a sweet mouth. Since you’re so happy, you can make me happy too."Hera understood what he meant. Her face blushed as she said shyly, “Cheeky.’"What? You don't want more money?" Abel took her hand and did not let her leave.Hera blinked her eyes and looked at him with fascination. "Of course, I want money. Since you’re not letting me learn from you, I can only ask you for money...""Serve me well. You'll have more money as long as I'm happy," Abel spoke bluntly. He then stood up and pulled Hera into the bedroom....The next day.When Luca came downstairs, she found Jason and Tina standing in the living room."Dr. Craw, good morning,” the two greeted her in unison."Good morning, why are you..." Luca looked at them and instantly understood. "Is the bid about to be completed?""Yes, we’re close to finishing it, so I came over with Tina to help the boss finalize the document." Jason smiled. After so many months, they
Mrs. Laurel listened to Luca. She nodded and agreed with her. "You're always so attentive. I'll do as you told me. What should I do?" Luca looked down. Even though she had done so many things, she still felt guilty. “Please help me prepare some side dishes.”“Alright.” Mrs. Laurel agreed happily. She had no idea that there were so many complicated things running through Luca’s mind.Luca was able to finish preparing the noodles quickly. The bread was spread with butter and put into the toaster. Then, she started to make coffee.Luca made a pot of coffee after she ground the coffee beans and filled it in the thermos flask. “Aunt Laurel, I’ve finished preparing. I’m guessing that they’re still busy. Why don’t we bring these in?” said Luca.“That’s a good idea.” Mrs. Laurel nodded and put the bowls of noodles on the tray. “Wait, Mr. Crawford can’t drink coffee. Let me make a glass of juice for him.” Luca remembered that Luke had not been drinking coffee for a long time. He mus
Mr. Peralta and Ms. Malone left Pierre’s office together. Ms. Malone could not help but tremble at the thought of Pierre’s expression when he warned them, then she looked at Mr. Peralta worriedly. She said, “Mr. Peralta, is it really alright for us to do such a thing?”They had stolen T Corporation's bidding document…Pierre would save himself if Luke investigated this matter. He would pass the buck to the two of them. Then, they would have to bear the responsibility for everything. They were the ones who would be in deep trouble. Mr. Peralta looked miserable too, and he replied, “I’m not sure either. If Luke sees the bidding document when it’s released to the public, I’m afraid he’ll find a way to deal with our company. Mr. Mallory might shift the blame to us to protect himself.”Mr. Peralta had already thought of that when he was doing this.However, what else could he do even if he knew it?As Pierre’s subordinate, he had no choice but to accept his boss’ arrangement. Besid
Mr. Peralta fell silent with embarrassment. The two of them had strong auras. It was not his place to say a word. Pierre walked into the lounge and ordered Mr. Peralta, “Go to my wine cabinet and bring a bottle of red wine here.” Abel replied as soon as Pierre said, "Red wine won’t be enough. The alcohol content isn't high enough, Mr. Mallory."Pierre frowned. Was this guy trying to make him drunk early in the morning?However, Pierre had heard that Abel was Russian. Thus, he turned around and ordered Mr. Peralta, “Get a bottle of Martell cognac for me.” “Yes, sir,” replied Mr. Peralta. He closed the door and went to prepare the liquor for them. Pierre sat down on the sofa opposite Abel with a cold and haughty look on his face. “Mr. Abel, what can I do for you this time?” The way Pierre talked to him was considered polite. Although he had no idea about this man’s identity and background, he must be capable enough since he was able to steal T Corporation’s bidding document
Mrs. Laurel smiled and shook her head. “Of course not. Ms. Luca was the one who made the coffee. It’s good, right? I watched her make the coffee in the kitchen this morning. She was a professional.”“It’s good, but we’ve completed our work today. I’ll have a glass of juice too, just like Tina,” said Jason. That explained why the coffee had a rich taste and aroma. It was Luca who made the coffee.“Alright. Just a moment.” Mrs. Laurel turned around and returned to the kitchen to prepare juice for them. Tina sat on the sofa and asked Jason, “Mr. Doyle, should we ask Dr. Craw to come down?”She reckoned that Luca must be upstairs.“Dr. Craw must be busy now. Why don’t you go and ask her?” Jason could not be bothered, and he thought if Luca was still in love with Luke, she must be feeling bad after everything she did.“What if she’s in the midst of something?” Tina shook her head, afraid that she would disturb Luca.“Then just sit here quietly,” said Jason. He picked up the phone an
Luca tore the report apart and closed her eyes with her hand on her forehead to calm herself down.There was not much time left. The inflammation of the wound was getting serious day after day. It would leave an ugly tunneling wound on her waist if it took any longer for her to look for the cure.However, she refused to ask for Abel’s help even if it would leave a scar on her.This man only knew how to make terms when talking with others. He would probably assign Luca on another mission if she went to look for him. Luca had already placed Luke and her in a difficult position. She had no idea what Luke and T Corporation would have to face next if Abel forced her to do something else. That was why she could only depend on herself. Luca pulled herself together. She picked up her phone, trying to find whether there were any laboratories available for rent in A City. She needed a laboratory with advanced facilities. There was indeed one once she searched the internet. Luca gave