After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back (Aveline and Lucas) novel Chapter 857

Cathy maintained a composed smile. "Lucas, you're here."

Lucas nodded, his gaze shifting to Rina’s pale face.

He asked, puzzled, "What happened to her?"

Rina’s eyes welled up with tears, and she bit her lip before softly replying, "I’m fine, Lucas."

"Did someone upset you?" Lucas pressed. "You can tell me or your grandfather, and we’ll make sure someone takes care of it."

Rina gave a quiet nod and retreated to her room without another word. After exchanging brief farewells with her mother, Lucas left as well.

Once in the car, he leaned back in his seat, his expression icy.

Desmond glanced over and said, "Mr. Wilbert has learned of Russell’s true intentions. He likely won’t support him any longer. With how Russell has treated Rina, the Johnson family might push for a divorce."

If that happened, all of Russell’s efforts would be for nothing.

Lucas opened his eyes, his dark gaze laced with a hint of red. "He brought this upon himself."

…

When Aveline woke again, it was already the following afternoon. The strong scent of disinfectant filled her nose, but more importantly, her vision had returned.

Her face lit up with joy—she could see again!

"You’re awake?" Leo’s voice came from nearby. "I bought some oatmeal It’s easy to digest. Have a little first."

Aveline turned her head and saw Leo walking toward her with a smile on his face.

Sitting up, she looked at him with gratitude. "Thank you!"

It seemed her gamble had paid off.

"No need to thank me," Leo said with a wave. "We’ve helped each other, after all. If it weren’t for you, I might’ve collapsed on the roadside."

Aveline didn’t respond further. Even without her, someone else would have helped him. He wasn’t going to die.