After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back (Aveline and Lucas) novel Chapter 226

Chapter 226 

“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.” 

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?”