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Luca could feel the pain in her body intensifying with every cut. However, she could not
stop. If she did, Luke would suffer...
She could not bear to hurt Luke no matter how painful it was.
The urging voice in her ear grew faster and faster. Luca's movements became quicker and
quicker in her dream.
Finally, she mustered up the courage to turn around and see the face of the person who
urged her to do so.
It was Abel...
Luca continued to cut herself. The dream felt real. With each cut, there was blood gushing
out, but she dared not to stop.
There was pain, resentment, unwillingness.
Luca felt trapped.
She did not know if it was a dream. She only knew that she was instinctively afraid.
She was afraid that Luke would be hurt, and she was afraid that she would lose too much
blood and never be able to see him or their children again...
However, the scene suddenly changed.
She was brought to a different place.
Luca found herself lying in a white place, seemingly on top of clouds. Everything around
her felt weightless, and the pain from before disappeared.
She looked at her hands and noticed that she was not carrying a sharp knife and there
were no bloody wounds on her body!
Luca turned around and looked at her side. She saw Luke lying next to her.
The terrifying scenes she experienced a moment ago seemed fake.
Luca gently approached Luke, who pulled her into his arms.
At that moment, there was no pain or fear; there was only peace in Luca's heart.
She smiled happily as she listened to the sound of his heartbeat
Whether it was a dream or not, she was most at ease at that moment.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtShe was able to lie in Luke's arms without having to worry about anything, and she could
be together with him at all costs.
The following day...
Luke took two million in cash from the safe at home and headed to T Corporation after
having breakfast.
Luca noticed that something was off with Luke. She quickly finished her breakfast when
she saw him leave.
As Aunt Neile entered the dining room with a cup of coffee, she was startled for a moment
when she did not see Luke anywhere. Then, she asked with confusion, "Has Mr. Crawford
finished breakfast and gone to work already?" she asked.
"Yes," replied Luca as she wiped her mouth with a napkin. Today was the day for their
research team to officially start the research for a new drug project.
"That was fast..." Aunt Neile turned to look at her. She could not help but ask, "Ms. Craw,
did you not notice that Mr. Crawford didn't look so good today?"
"Really? I didn't pay much attention," replied Luca as she shook her head. She did notice,
but there was nothing she could do to help Luke.
She could not tell Aunt Neile that Luke had that look on his face because of the Island of
Despair.
Hence, Luca decided to act clueless.
Aunt Neile still frowned. Luke seemed gloomier than usual today. It was as though he had
encountered any difficulties.
Still, how could Luca not notice that?
Aunt Neile then asked Luca, "Ms. Craw, would you like to have some coffee? It was brewed
for Mr. Crawford, but he ate his breakfast too quickly."
It would be a waste if the coffee was poured away.
The coffee beans were good!
Aunt Neile did not like coffee as it tasted bitter. She could not understand why so many
people liked it.
Was it because of its bitterness?
In that case, was drinking tea not a good choice? She wondered if old tea that had been
brewed for a while would taste better than coffee as it was just as effective in providing
energy.
Perhaps even herbal tea would be good as it was not only bitter but also good for one's
health...
Aunt Neile truly did not understand why this drink was so popular among young people
and why it was so expensive.
"No thanks, Aunt Neile. I have to go now," replied Luca as she quickly left the villa.
Warren was already waiting for her at the door.
T Corporation.
Luke arrived at the company and put the cash-filled box into the safe before starting to
work.
Gordon sent a message asking when Percy would arrive.
He was eager to get started.
Luke replied to him that he was not sure about it before continuing to work.
The workload was not too heavy.
Jason knocked on the door and walked in, saying helplessly, "Boss, Lonnie Jackman, the
boss of Jackman Corporation, is waiting for you in the lobby downstairs."
"I don't want to see him," Luke frowned. When did Lonnie's affairs become his problem?
"But he says he has important information to provide you with, and..." Jason hesitated for
a moment. He was not someone who would hesitate before saying something, but he
would not pass on certain information unless it was a special situation.
For instance, Lonnie, who was downstairs, said that Luke would miss out on important
information if Luke refused to see him. Hence, he insisted on delivering the message to
him.
He also said that if Luke missed this information, he would surely regret it. Therefore,
Lonnie urged Jason, the messenger, to consider it carefully.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmJason remembered what happened to Mrs. Jackman back then and wondered what
information Lonnie could offer Luke.
Despite his hesitation due to Lonnie's tone, he decided to inform Luke.
Luke paused for a moment.
Jason waited for his decision.
"What else did he say?" asked Luke. He was referring to Lonnie.
Jason understood that he was asking what else Lonnie had said.
"He said it was about Ms. Craw," replied Jason in a low voice.
"Send him up." Luke changed his mind. He wanted to see what information Lonnie had to
offer.
If the information was useful, he could provide him with a design plan.
“Yes, Sir.” Jason secretly heaved a sigh. Indeed, no matter how busy Luke was, he would
always make time to meet with him when it was about Luca.
Was Luca a femme fatale?
It was hard to tell, but Luke valued her too much.
Jason stepped out of the office and informed the receptionist. Then, Lonnie was brought
upstairs.
Jason waited at the elevator. The moment he saw Lonnie, Lonnie spoke before Jason could
react, "I'm here to see Mr. Crawford. I'm not seeing anyone else."
Jason maintained his smile, but deep down, there was a negative impression of this person
in his mind.
Lonnie was too impatient, and Luke would not appreciate this way of handling things.
If it were not for Luca, Lonnie would not have had the chance to set foot on this floor.
"Hello, Mr. Jackman. I'm Mr. Crawford's assistant. Let me take you to his office now." Jason
introduced himself and made it clear that he was not the one receiving him.
Lonnie nodded and followed Jason to the door of Luke's office. "Mr. Jackman, Mr. Crawford
is inside. He's very busy, so please keep it brief," Jason kindly reminded him, then knocked
on the door.
Luke's voice came from inside, "Come in."
Jason opened the door and smiled at Lonnie, "Mr. Jackman, please come in."
Lonnie stepped into Luke's office and quickly looked around. It was impressive! This was
his first impression of Luke's office.
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