After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back (Aveline and Lucas) novel Chapter 858

"Okay." Aveline nodded, settling into the car to wait.

Leo called for a tow truck, which took about forty minutes to arrive.

After the car was towed, they began walking toward the bus stop. The two-kilometer walk took nearly twenty minutes, with frequent breaks due to Aveline’s weakened state.

By the time they reached the stop near Maple Gardens, night had already fallen. The winter sky grew dark early, and the cold evening air hung around them.

Aveline turned to Leo and said, "Come up with me for a bit. Have some tea and rest."

Leo shook his head. "No need. I’m just glad I got you home safely. Here’s my number—call me if you ever need anything."

Aveline felt a pang of guilt. He had helped her so much, and she had done nothing in return.

"You haven’t eaten dinner yet, right? I’m a good cook. Stay for a meal before you go," she insisted again.

Leo was about to decline, but his stomach growled loudly, betraying him. They both laughed.

"Well, I guess I can’t say no to that," Leo said, amused.

Aveline smiled, and together they walked toward Maple Gardens.

As the elevator doors opened, they were met with the sight of a figure crouched on the floor by the entrance, arms wrapped around their knees, eyes blank and distant.

"Selena!" Aveline rushed over, kneeling beside her.

Selena blinked, startled, and rubbed her eyes as if trying to make sense of what she was seeing.

"Ave? Am I dreaming? Is it really you?"

Aveline quickly grabbed her hands, stopping her. "It’s me. I’m back. I’m okay, you’re not dreaming. I really came back."

For a moment, Selena was frozen in disbelief.