He was the one who proposed the divorce, yet he was also the one who kept delaying it.

She used to wonder what he was thinking, but not anymore.

If he didn't fulfill her wish, then he shouldn't think about being responsible for Sophia either.

Unless, of course, he wanted Sophia to be an affair. She thought he wouldn't do that. After all, Sophia still held an important place in his

heart.

Aveline felt a pang of self-mockery, her eyes stinging with unshed tears. She quickly shut her eyes, determined not to let her emotions. overflow. After a long while, she heard the sound of the door closing.

At that moment, it felt like her heart had been smashed by a sledgehammer, shattered completely, the pain so intense it became numbness.

She bit her lip hard, but eventually, she couldn't hold it in any longer, and the tears began to fall.

Her mind was filled with memories of his gentleness over the past few days, and she felt as if she had been transported back to the days when they were happy together. Aveline suddenly stood up and walked out.

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The house was large, but she felt unbearably stifled, every filled with his presente, constantly reminding her that her beloved Lu had gone to another woman.

Stepping out of the villa, a cold wind hit her, making her shiver, but her resolve strengthened.

Leave this place.

Stay far away from him.

That way, she wouldn't feel sad anymore.

Lucas arrived at Sophia's apartment. She lived alone, and when she opened the door, her face was extremely pale.

"Sorry, Lucas... I know you just got back. I shouldn't be bothering. you, but I'm really in pain," Sophia said apologetically. Lucas asked, "Did you call an ambulance?"

Sophia froze for a moment, then said with embarrassment, "I... I forgot."

Lucas took out his phone and called for an ambulance. He then helped her to the sofa. "Can you hold on?": owner of this content.

Sophia looked at him. "With you by my side, I have the strength to endure."

Lucas didn't respond.

Sophia's eyes flickered, and she asked, "Does Miss Young know you. came out to see me? Won't she... be upset?"

Lucas' lips formed a thin line. He didn't answer her question, instead, he said calmly, "If you're feeling unwell, you should rest. The ambulance will be here soon."

A cold glint flashed in Sophia's eyes but quickly disappeared. Her eyes glistened as she grabbed his hand. "Lucas, it hurts so much..."

She held his hand tightly, not wanting to let go. Seeing her pale and pained expression, Lucas ultimately didn't pull away, letting her hold on.

The ambulance arrived quickly.

Throughout the entire trip to the hospital, Sophia clung to Lucas! hand. After the examination, it was confirmed that she had acute appendicitis and needed surgery. Before entering the operating room, Sophia looked at him with tear-

filled eyes. "Lucas, will you wait for me? I don't want to wake up alone. It reminds me of two years ago when I had surgery, came out of it alone, and did my rehab all by myself..." As she spoke, tears streamed down her face, making her look pitiful and vulnerable

Lucas' expression grew more complex as he said, "Alright."

Sophia finally managed a smile but still added, "You should let Miss Young know. It's late, and she might be worried about you not coming home."

"No need," Lucas replied coolly. He glanced at the doctor, who then pushed the hospital bed into the operating room.

Indeed, there was no need. They were about to get divorced, and his affairs would no longer concem her