44Lilian POVThe next day, I found myself driving my children, Lana, Landon, and Liam, to school. The unease from the other day's car incident lingered in the back of my mind. Glancing at the rearview mirror, I searched for any signs of suspicious activity, but everything appeared normal. However, my instincts were adamant that Grace had something to do with the attempt on my life. This time, I was certain it was her.Once I arrived at work, I immediately began attending to my first patient, a young woman named Emily. She had long, flowing brown hair and a warm smile that brightened the room. Despite my concerns about Grace, I pushed those thoughts aside and focused on providing Emily with the care she deserved."Good morning, Emily," I greeted her, trying to maintain an air of professionalism."Morning, Dr. Grey," she replied, her voice filled with a hint of nervousness.As I examined her, we engaged in conversation, discussing her symptoms and concerns. I carefully listened, taking
45At that moment, I was convinced in my heart that Grace was the one who had plotted to kill me, and I was determined to prove it. Despite continuing with my consultations, I couldn't wait to confront Grace and unravel the truth between us.But before that, I knew I had to speak with Lucas. During my break, I rushed to his office, determined to catch him before he left for lunch. I arrived at his door and swiftly entered without even knocking, not bothering to close the door behind me. After all, I didn't plan on spending much time in his office anyway.Lucas' office was cluttered, filled with computers and stacks of papers. It was a typical information-filled workplace. I found Lucas, or rather Logan, standing, keys in hand, seemingly ready to leave. Thankfully, I had made it in time, arriving swiftly. He was dressed in a blue and gold t-shirt, paired with a distinctive pair of pants.As soon as he noticed me, his expression changed. The familiar arrogant smile that I detested so mu
46Lilian POV"Yeah, it'll be fun!" Grace chimed in, her arm still linked with Lucas'. "We could all hang out and talk a little about us."I pondered their proposal for a moment, feeling torn between accepting and declining. On one hand, I wanted to escape this awkward situation, but on the other hand, this could be an opportunity to clear the air with Grace.but I felt compelled to accept, not wanting to raise any suspicions. With a hesitant smile, I finally responded, "Sure, why not? I could use a break."We made our way out of the hospital and we stepped into the warm sunshine, Grace let out a big sigh," I'm relieved to be free of the hospital sterile walls and clinical atmosphere, sometimes it sucks." Lucas nodded in agreement, his grip on Grace's hand tightening slightly. "I know what you mean. It's refreshing to be outside and just relax for a bit."Lucas nodded in agreement, his grip on Grace's hand tightening slightly. "I know what you mean," he said, glancing across the stre
47Lilian POVBefore either of us could respond, a shrill ring cut through the tension, breaking the spell that had enveloped us. Lucas let out a discreet sigh of relief, reaching for his phone in his pocket. As he answered the call, he put it on speaker, allowing the conversation to fill the room.It was the mechanic, his voice filled with concern. "Mr. Parker, I need to tell you something," he began, his words carrying a sense of urgency. "Someone deliberately tampered with the brakes of Miss Grace Moorens's car. It was an intentional act to cause an accident."A collective gasp echoed through the room, disbelief etched on our faces. Grace's eyes widened in shock, her hand instinctively reaching for her chest. "Oh my God," she whispered, her voice trembling. "Who would do something like that?"Lucas thanked the mechanic, his voice laced with gratitude, before ending the call. But Grace wasted no time in seeking answers. "Why did my mechanic call you instead of me, Logan?" she asked,
Lilian POV "Logan!! This isn't some cheesy movie plot," I shouted, my frustration evident. "You're risking not only your safety but also jeopardizing the entire investigation."Lucas grinned, his eyes gleaming with excitement. "I know it sounds crazy," he replied, "but think about it. We need a way in, a way to discover the truth. And this is it. Trust me, I can handle it."I sighed, realizing that Lucas's fondness for women was the reason he had come up with this idea. "I knew it would come to this, Logan," I said with a hint of reproach. "You always seem to get into these situations because of your infatuation with women."He smirked in response. "Well, it's better to love women than men, isn't it?" he teased, earning a furious look from Grace.Grace frowned, folding her arms across her chest. "That's not the point, Logan, and you know it," she replied, her voice laced with frustration.Grace was adamant that it was out of the question. She said that she believed we should just kee
49Lilian POV"No! No and no!" I quickly answered.Damien looked at me skeptically, his brow furrowed. "Are you sure?" he asked cautiously.I immediately answered, the words rushing out of my mouth. "There is no way Damien! She might have interpreted some banal gesture," I insisted, my voice desperate.He put down his fork and leaned back in his chair, his eyes searching mine. "On top of all, everyone knows that I'm the boss's wife. How can Logan can court me?" I rambled, hoping to reassure him.Damien remained silent for a moment, seemingly lost in his thoughts. His suspicions crept into the conversation, and my frustration began to bubble. "It is precisely because Logan is above suspicion that he might try to pick you up," Damien finally said, his tone serious.I couldn't contain my anger any longer. "Dog gonit! Why are you so suspicious?" I snapped, my frustration evident.Did he know the truth that Lucas and I kissed each other? The thought settled uncomfortably in my mind, stokin
Lilian POVI was taken aback, my surprise evident on my face. Lucas chuckled and teased, "You really thought she was one of my conquests, huh?" I sheepishly admitted, "Well, I did think so at first." Lucas smiled triumphantly and said, "Ah, you see, appearances can be deceiving. I'll prove it to you."I let out a sarcastic chuckle and challenged Lucas, unable to contain my disbelief. "Oh, really? I can't wait!" I said, a hint of sarcasm lacing my words.Lucas seemed determined to prove his point, and as we strolled along. So It was her, Lisa Hackerman. She looked slightly different in person than the photos I had seen. In fact, she was even more stunning up close and more... Naïve. Unable to hide my surprise, I blurted out, "So, that's Lisa? She doesn't exactly fit the profile of a bad girl, let alone a killer. She seems too innocent, too naive to harm a fly, let alone a person."Despite my skepticism, Lucas remained undeterred. "Appearances can be deceiving, my friend," he insisted
51Lilian POVGrace strode away from our table, clearly upset. Lucas, visibly embarrassed, turned to me, still blushing. "I'm sorry about that," he stammered. "She can be a bit... intense sometimes."I shrugged, trying to hide my smug satisfaction. "No worries," I replied nonchalantly. "Everyone has their moments."Lucas gestured to the empty chair beside him. "Please, have a seat," he invited, attempting to change the subject. I obliged, pulling the chair closer to get a better view of Lisa, who seemed flustered by the whole scene.As I settled into my seat, we began discussing the hospital's formalities, trying to maintain a sense of professionalism. However, it didn't take long for Lucas to shift the conversation towards himself, much to my annoyance."I must say, I really do have a certain charm, wouldn't you agree?" Lucas boasted, a confident grin spreading across his face.I raised an eyebrow, feigning interest as I replied, "Well, I suppose some people might find you charismati