The Girl They Ignored Returned as the Woman Seven Men Would Die For novel Chapter 155

"Really?"

She tilted her head, her usually distant, amber eyes shimmering softly, as if profoundly moved by his words.

Before he could answer, she gave a firm little nod, flashing a defenseless smile.

"I believe you. After all, when we first met, I was still overweight."

Watching her innocent, easily comforted demeanor, a thought struck him.

She was like a pristine white water lily.

Pure, unblemished, gentle, and utterly serene.

Even after clawing her way out of the suffocating mud, she hadn't allowed the filth to stain her soul.

Instead, she continued to treat the world with the purest kindness.

Being around her brought a strange, grounding peace to his chaotic mind.

It was as if her smile washed away all his toxic frustrations.

Spotting a bench nearby, the two of them sat down.

Having successfully played the sympathy card, Mika smoothly changed the subject.

"By the way, what brought you to the therapy room today? Are you feeling sore again?"

Her tone was thick with genuine concern, as if she were deeply worried his old injuries were acting up.

"No. I was out drinking with Quince and the guys last night. Got trashed and missed your message.

I figured I'd just swing by and find you today. Didn't expect to catch that piece of trash harassing you."

Lucas leaned back against the bench, explaining casually.

"Oh, that makes sense." Her eyes widened in realization, and she offered a sheepish shrug.

"I honestly thought you were ignoring me. I was too scared to double-text."

A short distance away, a squad of cheerleaders in crop tops and mini skirts was practicing their opening routine for the upcoming sports meet under the bright sun.

The rehearsal finally came to an end.

The girls collapsed onto the grass, hydrating and gossiping in small clusters.

Hidden in an inconspicuous corner behind the other girls, Tiana sneakily raised her phone. She snapped a photo of Lucas and Mika laughing together and sent it straight to Seraphina.

[Seraphina, I just saw Mika. That's Lucas with her, right?]

[Do you think she found out he invited you to his party, so she's purposely moving in on him to compete with you?]

[She's such a manipulative bitch. I swear, I hate her more every day!]

Over the past few days, Seraphina had secured a role in a low-budget web series to practice her acting chops and had already joined the cast on set.

Since she wasn't needed for the current scene, she was lounging in a canvas chair in full period costume, scrolling through her phone.

Seeing Tiana's texts, her innocent, doe-like eyes narrowed in lethal displeasure.