Chapter 19_ EX_GIRLFRIEND

"Kate, there is nothing for you to fear." Lucas stated reassuringly. "I could never be unfaithful to you. Please, go home. I will join you as soon as possible."

"Come with me," Kate urged lightly. Lucas's eyes widened almost imperceptibly, but he quickly masked his reaction with a smirk.

"Well, when you ask like that, how can I refuse?" He squeezed her hand and stood up. "Excuse me." Lucas directed his icy gaze towards Wilson and Elizabeth. "I will be leaving with my fiancée. You can keep your unwanted offers to yourself." He then joined Ace, who had been watching the drama unfold with widened eyes.

Meanwhile, Kate's heart was pounding. She never expected Lucas to agree to her offer.

As they left, she glanced at the table and saw Wilson and Elizabeth staring after them in stunned silence.

As soon as they got into Lucas's car and were on their way, he let go of Kate's hand.

‘He must be angry that we followed him, right?’ She thought. To her surprise, Lucas burst out laughing.

"Oh, the