"I'm fine."

Aveline's tone was calm. "Since she raised me, I won't hold a grudge over what happened five years ago. But after that night, I considered my debt to her repaid. This time, I won't let her off the hook. She has to face the consequences of her actions. If she's innocent, she'll be released."Exclusive content © by Nô(v)el/Dr/ama.Org.

Zachary remained silent.

Aveline took out a tissue and wiped the corner of her mouth. "Zachary, I advise you to leave Arthur Town and explore opportunities elsewhere. You're still young, staying here will only hold you back." Zachary replied, "I understand. I'll think about it."

After hanging up, Aveline returned to the hotel, planning to visit the police station a few days later to inquire about her background.

Hilda needed to suffer a bit.

To avoid Lucas, Aveline hadn't left her room for several days.

That particular morning, she received a call from Russell.

"Aveline, you haven't forgotten your promise to me, have you?" Russell's light-hearted voice came through.

Aveline paused, her movements stilled as confusion flickered in her eyes.

Seeing her silence, Russell sighed. "There's a banquet tonight. You promised to accompany me. Did you really forget?"

Aveline felt a wave of embarrassment. She had indeed forgotten!

"Russ, I'm sorry. I'll book a ticket right now. I should be able to make it in time for the banquet."

As she spoke, she opened the booking app.

Russell sighed again. "There's still time. You don't have to rush, just send me your flight details, and I'll pick you up and take you to the banquet." "Okay," Aveline agreed.

After hanging up, she quickly changed clothes, grabbed her suitcase, and left the hotel, heading straight to the station.

The journey from Arthur Town to the city took two hours, followed by a three-hour flight. She would just make it in time.

Once on the plane, Aveline sent her flight information to Russell, who replied with an "OK."

Aveline relaxed and looked out the window. She hoped that by the time she returned, Lucas would be gone.

Celestial Heights.

In the luxurious presidential suite, Desmond walked in and said, "Mr. Tudor, the Johnson family patriarch has sent you an invitation for his birthday celebration."

The Johnson family of Cloudflare City was known for their scholarly reputation. Wilbert Johnson's calligraphy and paintings were

renowned, with one landscape painting selling for a staggering forty million dollars.

This birthday celebration was set to invite almost all of Cloudflare City's elite, as well as some dignitaries from other cities.

As one of Cloudflare City's prominent families, the Tudors had to attend.

Lucas closed the file he was reviewing, glanced at his watch, and said, Book the tickets."

"Yes, sir." Desmond nodded and took out his phone to start booking

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Suddenly, Lucas asked, "Did you find out which hotel she's staying at?"

Desmond was initially puzzled.

She? Who?

Then, noticing the cold glint in Lucas' eyes, Desmond realized Lucas was referring to Aveline."

Desmond replied, "Yes, we found out. Miss Young is staying at a small hotel, but she hasn't left her room for the past few days."

Lucas lowered his gaze, hiding his emotions, though a hint of mockery flashed in his eyes.

She must be afraid of running into him, so she hasn't dared to leave.

She had the guts to resign, to block him, to run away, but no courage to face him!

He was curious to see how long she could keep hiding.