Chapter 481 Aveline immediately turned her head to look around. Apart from the partially constructed buildings, she saw nothing else. However, the sensation of being watched was very real. The sun blazed down, its heat making her feel a chill despite the warmth.
It was already late autumn. She tightened her beige trench coat around herself and walked briskly. This area felt unsafe, so she decided to complete her inspection and leave as quickly as possible. Several luxury cars pulled up at the construction site entrance. The foreman's face was full of flattery as he handed over a safety helmet.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Mr. Tudor, it's dangerous here. Why did you cpersonally?" Lucas, tall and poised in a black coat, exuded a chilly, noble air with every movement. His sharp features and handsface radiated authority.
Desmond took the safety helmet and handed it to Lucas. As Lucas put it on, he replied, "Am I not allowed to come?" The foreman was momentarily speechless. Lucas, despite his young age, had an unexpectedly peculiar temper. Before the foreman could say more, Lucas had already started walking inside.
Desmond smiled faintly and said, "This site is DK Group's next major project. Mr. Tudor values it highly, so he cto inspect it personally. Just follow along and wait for instructions." The foreman nodded. "Understood." A large group followed Lucas. The plot was vast, more than enough to develop into a commercial street. However, Lucas had planned it as a technology park. The buildings' design reflected sharp, modern lines, signaling innovation and progress.
Aveline completed her inspection and began retracing her steps. There were no immediate changes needed; everything was being built according to her blueprints.
+15 BONUS Unexpectedly, as she turned a corner, she ran into Lucas. He stood surrounded by people, the center of attention.
Tall, handsome, and imposing in his black coat, Lucas wore his safety helmet. without looking out of place. His striking features and deep-set eyes made him stand out even more. Aveline was puzzled. How did she end up running into him here? Lucas also saw her. He handed the blueprints to Desmond and walked directly towards her. Aveline moved to pass by him but was stopped when he grabbed her arm. "Not even a hello when you see me?" Aveline paused and said, "You looked busy." Lucas replied, "It's not that you thought I was busy; you just didn't want to say hello." Aveline looked at him. "You noticed that and still brought it up. Don't you feel awkward?" Lucas answered, "No." Aveline sighed. "Do you need something?" She had experienced his shamelessness before.
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Lucas said, "Nothing much. Just saw my ex-wife and thought I'd say hin Unlike someone who acts like I don't exist even though we know each other." Ignoring his sarcasm, Aveline said, "If there's nothing else, I'll be on my way." Lucas asked, "Where to? I'm heading back too." Aveline replied, "It's not on your way."
Lucas still held her wrist. "I'm driving.
There's no such thing @ 'not on the way. Aveline sighed in exasperation. "Lucas, this is pointless."
Lucas remained unfazed. "I find it very interesting. You run ! chase. won't get away. You X