ANMELDENAfter a moment, Lucas said almost in a whisper, “I don’t understand,” I didn’t agree to anything. I told him I needed time.” “I know,” Emily said. “That’s why I’m calling. He didn’t sound angry or anything. He sounded, just really sure. Like the two of you had already agreed.” Lucas ran a hand through his hair, trying to make sense of it. First, the apology. Then the bank account and now this? None of it added up. “Did he say anything else?” Lucas asked. “No,” Emily replied softly. “Just that things are going to be different this time.” Another silence followed. Lucas leaned back against the seat, his thoughts racing, confusion written all over his face. “Okay,” he said finally. “Just, hold onto the keys for now. Let's see how long he will leave it in your care.” “I will,” she said. “Lucas, are you okay?” He hesitated before responding, “I don’t know, Em. I need time to think this over and give him my condition.” After ending the call, Lucas slowly lo
We believed the drink was meant for Lucas,” Dan said. Someone pointed the server at Lucas, but the person's face was not detected yet. The securities were still trying to track the guy. But one certain truth is that whoever did it wasn’t targeting you. He was targeting him.” For a moment, Alex couldn’t even breathe. His eyes instinctively turned toward Lucas, who was still standing near the counter, talking to the nurse without any idea what was going on. “And that’s not all,” Dan continued. Alex’s voice dropped dangerously low. “Say it.” “The person who pulled down your pants that night,” Dan paused. “It’s the same man who was talking to Lucas earlier.” Alex’s expression darkened instantly as “James.” escaped his lips. The name came out like a threat.Memories flashed through his mind. The betrayal, the blackmail, the ten million he had made away with years ago. Alex’s jaw clenched so hard it hurt. “So he came back to taunt me,” Alex muttered. “He came back fo
“If they’re working together…” he muttered. “That means everything happening is planned,” Alex finished. Lucas’s voice dropped. “Exactly what it looks like, planned work.” A tense silence followed. Then Alex straightened, something colder, or rather more dangerous, settling into his demeanor. “Good,” he said quietly. Lucas blinked. “Good?” Alex’s lips curved into a faint, chilling smile. “Because if they’re working together,” he picked up his phone, already moving with purpose, “Then taking one of them down might bring the other straight to me.” Lucas gazed at him but couldn’t shake the feeling twisting in his gut.Because if they were right, then they weren’t just being watched. It felt like they were being hunted. Suddenly, Alex chuckled again, “I just changed my mind about reporting him to the police.” Lucas gazed in confusion, “Why?” Alex didn’t respond but smiled. Then, without wasting another second. He pulled out his phone, selected the picture, and
The sound didn't just cut sharply through the moment. It got both their hearts racing in fear as their kiss broke. The silence that followed their first reaction was heavy as their eyes locked on each other. Mac? The same thought hit them at once. Tension snapped back into place, thick and suffocating. The phone continued vibrating against the bed. Lucas swallowed, his chest tightening as he slowly reached for the phone. His fingers hesitated for just a second before picking it up. He glanced at the screen and then blinked. “It’s… not him,” Lucas said, a hint of confusion in his voice. Alex frowned. “Who is it?”Lucas turned the phone slightly toward him. “Your sister.” Alex’s expression shifted instantly, to surprise, then concern.He took the phone from Lucas. His brows knitted slightly as he answered. “Hey… what’s up?” “Alex… you need to listen to me carefully.” Annie’s voice came through fast and tight with urgency. Alex straightened slightly. “Annie,
Lucas’s gaze drifted, unfocused, staring into nothing as the possibility took root. His chest tightened. Goosebumps rippled across his skin. If that was the mystery Mac, then this wasn’t a prank. It could get dangerous. “Lucas,” the soft, strained whisper from Alex pulled him back instantly. Alex’s hand lifted weakly, finding Lucas’s and pressing over it, his touch гоugh and unsteady.“Baby,” he breathed, his voice low and wrecked. “I want some sugar…” He nuzzled into Lucas’s neck, seeking comfort, clinging like he was drowning. Lucas stiffened for half a second, then his expression softened, and worries flooded back in full force.“Alex, easy,” he said quietly, one hand coming up to cradle the back of Alex’s head, keeping him steady. “You’re not yourself right now.” Alex only leaned closer, still disorganized. Lucas swallowed before focusing back on him. “I’m here,” he whispered firmly. “But you need to hold on, okay? It's just a little longer.” Lucas knew now th
Alex was still swaying, his weight collapsing unevenly against Lucas no matter how hard Lucas tried to steady him. His body burned, his breath uneven, every step looked like it cost him everything. “Alex, stay with me,” Lucas muttered, tightening his grip around his waist. Footsteps thundered down the hallway. Securities are already being directed toward where Alex and the mysterious man had been seen. Jason is tagging along with them. The tension in the air was sharper and more urgent. On getting to Lucas and Alex, the security guards forged ahead, searching for the shadowed guy while Jason helped Lucas to guide Alex out. They took another way to avoid pushing through the crowd, questions, or stares that might erupt into something else. Their eyes scanned frantically until they got out of the building. Lucas struggled to hold Alex upright, as Jason searched for Alex’s car key. On getting it out of his pocket, he hurried to get his car around. Alex tugged hard at Lu
Meanwhile, initially, Zenith had not meant to spy on them. At least, that’s what he would tell himself. He had walked away last night with breeding lips wondering why the fake wife would drug Lucas. And also angry at Alex for hitting him so hard. By morning, he woke up early and waited for the
Nathan’s voice was barely steady. “Tell me something, Luc. If there was no Alex… would you have given me a chance?” Lucas swallowed. His throat felt tight, scraped raw from everything unsaid. He nodded. Nathan let out a broken breath, something between a laugh and a sob. “So, in other words,
As Zenith walked back to the kitchen, he felt ecstatic. He couldn't believe what just happened. Lucas asked for a hug from him. He whispered happily to himself. “Zenith, it seems you’re going to be one lucky man with the prettiest face. It seems you will win against Alex in this battle.” He chuc
Nathan's eyes widened in shock. He didn't just walk into the office, he stormed in. The door slammed against the wall, the sharp bang slicing through the heat of Alex and Lucas’s kiss. Lucas jerked back, breath uneven, fingers still curled in Alex’s shirt. Alex turned, irritation flashing first.







