After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back (Aveline and Lucas) novel Chapter 674

Lucas closed his eyes, clearly looking exhausted. Aveline watched him for a moment without saying anything, then turned and left the room.

She was hungry and decided to go out for breakfast.

While she was at the breakfast spot, Selena called her.

"Ave, where did you disappear to so early in the morning?"

"I’m at the hospital," Aveline replied.

Selena paused, then asked, "Are you there to check if he’s still alive and able to make it to court?"

Aveline gave a slight smirk. "Real funny, Selena."

Selena teased, "Otherwise, I can’t figure out why you’d be at the hospital this early. It couldn’t be for love, right?"

Aveline took a sip of her porridge and said, "I came over last night."

"So, you’re really doing it out of love," Selena teased again.

Selena’s playful banter lifted Aveline’s spirits a little. She gave a brief rundown of the situation.

Selena offered her opinion, "He’s a clever one. He’s definitely doing it on purpose, and the worst part is, he’s got every reason to. That’s what makes it so frustrating."

Aveline chuckled. "The court hearing is going to be delayed, so I’ll call our lawyers and let them know."

"Alright."

After hanging up, Aveline contacted the lawyers and explained the situation. They didn’t seem to mind; the timing of the hearing didn’t affect them.

Russell managed a strained smile. "So, is this where I get friend-zoned?"

"What else?" came a cool voice from behind them—Aaron's.

Aaron, never one to shy away from stirring the pot, commented, "You haven’t even sorted out your own mess, yet here you are trying to win her over. Isn’t that a bit shady?"

He turned to Aveline. "You might not know this, but he’s dating Rina. Tsk, tsk... He already got a girlfriend, yet he’s saying these things to you. How is that any better than Lucas?"

Russell’s expression darkened, but he ignored Aaron and focused on Aveline. "Aveline, believe me, that’s just a temporary situation. Once I sort things out, we can—"

"Russ," Aveline interrupted, her tone calm and steady, "Since you’re in a relationship, you should treat your girlfriend well. She truly loves you."

She stood up and said, "I didn’t sleep well last night, so I need to go home and rest. Goodbye."