บททั้งหมดของ Second Chance at Love: From Divorcee to the Billionaire's Bride: บทที่ 501 - บทที่ 510

Luke's eyes, which were warm when they passed over me, turned icy cold when they landed on Joey.He exuded authority, his gaze sharp as a knife. Joey momentarily panicked and quickly lowered her eyes."Ms. Middleton, please return to your room. I need to discuss something with Ms. Parker," Luke said."Yes, Mr. Walker," I replied, turning to walk towards the hospital entrance.Catching my reflection in the glass doors, I saw my own beaming face and suddenly froze.Why... why was I smiling so happily at the sight of Luke? All my confusion and anger had vanished in an instant.If I had to describe it in a word, it was "dazed." My mind and heart were filled with thoughts of him! I had even forgotten to tell him about Joey being behind the kidnapping!I remembered how I felt when I first started dating Max, realizing I had perfectly recreated my younger self in the throes of first love.Had I... fallen for Luke?The realization hit me like a thunderbolt.I thought about going back

"Luke left so abruptly," Wendy said as she entered the room. I quickly regained my composure."He had a business dinner. He just stopped by briefly," I explained."I'm not sure if it was just a quick visit, but I can tell you're upset," Wendy said, studying my face. "You know, a little flirting can make a difference. If you want Luke to stay longer, drop some hints. He's smart; he'll catch on.""Are you feeling alright, Wendy? Asking my boss to hang out?" Her teasing managed to lighten my mood a bit."Jen, you didn't deny wanting Luke's company," Wendy raised an eyebrow."Wendy, my heart belongs only to you," I said dramatically.Wendy cringed at my cheesy line. "Jen, you've become quite the smooth talker."I was considering how to bring up Joey's situation when there was a knock at the door.Before I could respond, the door opened and Joey appeared."Why are you still bothering us?" Wendy said impatiently, shooing her away. "Leave before I make you pay for the kidnapping!""

Luke must be overwhelmed with dealing with this mess, and as his assistant, I was completely unaware of it."Joey's gone crazy! She's dragging others down with her!" Wendy exclaimed."She..." She's always been crazy. She's been on medication for years.Remembering my promise to Stephen to keep quiet, I paused before saying, "Luke wouldn't have initiated this deal. Joey must have planned it."I had suspected this earlier, but after reading the report, I became even more convinced."Do you really have that much faith in Luke?" Wendy asked."Don't you trust your own judgment, Wendy?"With her extensive work experience, Wendy saw things more clearly than I did. Although we didn't know all the details, she had likely figured out the general idea."Joey is playing a dangerous game," Wendy glanced at the gifts Mrs. Walker had just sent over. "Stephen must have played a significant role in convincing Luke to agree to Joey's deal.""Stephen is Luke's friend. He wouldn't help Joey set L

Brian answered the call, and Luke had instructed that the police could be brought up directly."I'm Jen Middleton, Mr. Walker's assistant and a victim of the kidnapping. I'll escort you up," I offered.In the elevator, I wanted to ask about the progress of the investigation but feared causing trouble for Luke.Brian was waiting at the elevator. When he saw me, a flicker of something passed through his eyes before he composed himself."Mr. Walker is in a meeting. Jen, please show the officers to the reception room.""Of course."After serving tea to the officers, Luke entered. His face was calm as he glanced at my wrist."Is your wound feeling any better today?""Thank you for asking, Mr. Walker. It's much improved."The pain was manageable, although any movement still hurt."Hello, we're from Johnsonville City Police Station," one officer said, showing his badge. "We need your cooperation with our investigation.""Certainly," Luke sat down, gesturing for them to do the same.

Luke, noticing my confusion, explained, "Before I handed the evidence to the police, Stephen came to me. He said he'd secured crucial evidence before Joey could destroy it. When Joey couldn't find the burner phone she'd used, she panicked. While searching, she learned I'd been to her hospital room and assumed I'd taken it.""At first, when Stephen told me this, I thought it was a coincidence. Now I realize that when she called to invite me to her room, she had already set the stage, placing the evidence right under my nose for me to find.""I had an important call come in, so I answered while entering her room. Seeing she wasn't there, I left. By chance, the evidence fell into Stephen's hands. Knowing the kidnapping case would eventually lead to Joey, and not wanting her to get in trouble, Stephen came to me about the evidence.""Stephen is so devoted to Joey!" I exclaimed, thinking Stephen must owe Joey a huge debt to be so loyal.This incident had lowered my opinion of Stephen.