The two of them stood close, and his faint, fresh scent mingled with a hint of tobacco, wrapping around her senses. His eyes were locked on hers with a deep, intense gaze, like an ancient well drawing her in, refusing to let go. Aveline’s lashes trembled slightly.She immediately took a step back and turned away, saying, “I won’t regret it.”With that, she headed straight to the study.Lucas watched her retreating figure, feeling a wave of helplessness wash over him at her determined tone.Was she really that heartless? Could she not see the changes he had made?He followed her, speaking as he walked, “Now that Gernard came to ask you to get divorced, if he finds out you’re actually his sister, he’ll definitely regret it.”Aveline’s tone remained calm. “I don’t care.”She had no great expectations for parental affection; her reason for seeking recognition was simply to stop the person who had been harming her from continuing to enjoy a life of wealth. Whoever had taken what belonged to her would have to give it back. As for whether Gernard would regret it or not, that was his concern, not hers.Lucas stared at her for a long moment without speaking.Aveline reached the door of the study and glanced back at him, “Aren’t you leaving?”Lucas replied, “We only have half a month left until the divorce. I just want to spend some time with you.”Then he walked closer. “You can keep working; I won’t disturb you.”With that, he sat down on the sofa.Her expression became indifferent. She turned and walked to the computer, powered it on, and began typing, completely absorbed in her work.When she worked, she was so focused that she hardly cared whether anyone else was around.Lucas sat there, openly watching her, the smile on his lips growing deeper, his affection almost impossible to contain.His gaze was so intense that, even with Aveline’s practiced composure, she still felt the impact.She looked up at him, “You’re pretty much in the way here.”Lucas was speechless.She wouldn’t even let him look at her? How could she be so demanding?”Alright then, I won’t look at you. I’m leaving.”He stood up and walked directly toward her.Under her confused gaze, he suddenly leaned down and kissed her forehead, then turned around and strode out of the room.”You drove me away, so I’m not happy. I needed to take a bit of interest.”As the study door closed, his voice faded away.Aveline raised a hand to touch the spot he had kissed, her clear eyes momentarily clouded with confusion.Would she regret this?Once they completed all the procedures, there would be nothing between them.He was the Chairman of the Tudor Group, handsome and surrounded by admirers. Maybe someday, he would find someone who truly matched him and settle down and have a family. And she…She closed her eyes slightly. Why think so much? S~ᴇaʀᴄh the ƒindNoᴠᴇl.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.Wasn’t the divorce exactly what she had wanted all along?There could be no room for doubt.With nothing connecting them anymore, they could both start afresh. All the pain and struggles that had entangled them would disappear. Aveline composed herself and returned to her work.When Maria returned, she personally interviewed two designers-bothe recent university graduates. Their ideas were innovative yet realistic, so she decided to give them a trial period. Aveline quickly got them involved in the winery project, allowing them to see the blueprints, share theirthoughts, and visit the site for assessments.
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