Chapter 2

Downstairs, Lucas's mother Vivian was waiting for me at the dining table.

"Perfect timing. I have good news for you.

"Emma has been found, and Dr. Lee also said that Lucas's eyes are showing signs of recovery. You'll be able to step down soon."

Vivian smiled, obviously genuinely happy.

I forced a smile: "Congratulations. It's finally over."

Vivian noticed the kiss marks on my neck and immediately frowned.

"Aria, don't you dare get any ideas. If you slip up or have any ulterior motives in these final days, you won't get a penny of your brother's follow-up treatment fees."

"I understand, Mrs. Smith!"

I nodded coldly, ignoring her obvious disdain.

In private, Vivian wouldn't let me call her mom.

Because deep down, she always saw me as a poor knockoff, and it was my good fortune to be touched by her son.

In her mind, only someone from a noble family like Emma was truly worthy of Lucas.

If it weren't for not wanting to lose face on the engagement day, she wouldn't have let a poor girl like me set foot in the Smith family at all.

On the engagement day, she made me cover my face with a veil and just go through the motions.

...

After dinner, I brought a glass of milk to Lucas.

Walking into the bedroom, he was on the phone with his assistant, listening to a report on the company's situation.

I sat nearby, my heart pounding, repeating the script I had prepared in my head.

Lucas hung up the phone and reached out to hold my hand.

"Let's go out and play tomorrow, it's the weekend."

"But... I need to visit my family tomorrow."

He hooked his fingers with mine and smiled: "Then I'll wait for you."

I looked at him wistfully. The agreement would end tomorrow, and tonight would be our last night together.

"Lucas, drink your milk and get some rest."

I placed the glass in his hand.

Lucas finished drinking, with milk residue on the corner of his mouth. I raised my hand to wipe it off.

My fingertips brushed across the corner of his lips.

Lucas felt a tingle in his heart and kissed me accurately.

"My wife is so passionate tonight?"

"Lucas..."

Take care of yourself!