Twins in Her Womb (Bianca and Luke Crawford novel) novel Chapter 3275

“How is it my problem that you got rear-ended?” Abel was silent for a moment on the other end of the line.

He was well aware that Luca had been rear-ended and that she was now recuperating at Luke's home.

“Not your problem?” Luca chuckled softly. “I know Karen had someone disguised as Silas, and that person was introduced by you. I had already convinced Karen that I couldn’t help Pierre, but then she kidnapped me, convinced I could. Mr. Abel, isn't this all your doing?”

“Luca, it seems that staying around Luke has made you quite the accuser.” Abel shot back, naturally denying any involvement.

Luca had no intention of forcing a confession out of him. She asked in a cold voice, “So, what's the real reason for your call?”

“I need you to go to X City and help Shanks,” replied Abel.

“If I go to X City now, it'll raise Luke's suspicions. Besides, I'm still recovering,” replied Luca in a lowered voice, surprised that Abel had chosen Kassy over dealing with Luke.

She had expected him to prioritize his grudge.

Abel remained silent on the other end.

“If you want me to blow my cover or if you’re ready to let this whole thing unravel, I can go right now,” added Luca.

Abel grew agitated. He could not let go of Kassy. Yet, he was not ready to abandon his vendetta against Luke either.

Frustrated, Abel hung up the phone without saying another word.

Luca let out a sigh of relief, tossed her phone aside, and then walked into the bedroom across the hall.

“Weren’t you going to sleep?” asked Luke as he put down his work when he saw her enter.

Luca replied, “Abel just called. He wanted me to go to X City, but I used you as an excuse to convince him I shouldn't go, at least for now.”

Luke’s eyes darkened. “After one of his bases in A City burned down, he still dares to send you to X City?”

“He’s willing to sacrifice anything for Kassy. I almost thought he was going to abandon his plans for you,” replied Luca, sitting on the bed and watching him work.

“Get some sleep,” suggested Luke. He knew she was feeling uneasy, which was why she had come over. He reassured her, saying, “Don't worry, I won’t let him send you away. I’ll protect you.”

“I want to take a nap here,” said Luca. She noticed the bed in the room was already made with pillows and blankets.

“Alright, sleep here. I’ll stay with you,” agreed Luke. He did not have any meetings coming up and could handle his work online, ensuring he would not disturb her.

“Okay.” Luca nodded and lay down on the bed.

“The air conditioning is cool, so make sure to cover up,” Luke reminded her.

“Got it.” Luca pulled up the blanket and closed her eyes.

The occasional sound of Luke typing did not disturb her sleep. Instead, the rhythmic tapping was like a lullaby, helping her drift into a deeper slumber.

Luca ended up sleeping the entire afternoon.

It was not until the kids got home from school and gathered around her bed that Luca slowly woke up. She blinked her eyes and saw the three kids standing by her bedside.

“You're awake, Ms. Luca!” Tommy exclaimed with excitement.

“Mhm.” Luca stretched and sat up. “You’re all back from school? What time is it?”

“It’s almost 6:00 pm. Come on, Ms. Luca. Time to get up and get ready for dinner,” Rainie said in a gentle voice as she held Luca’s hand.

Luca smiled and gently stroked their faces. Her three little treasures were always so adorable.

As she sat up, she noticed Luke was not in the bedroom. Curious, she asked the kids, “Where’s your dad?”

“He went to take a phone call,” answered Lanie.

Tommy quickly added, “Dad told us to stay by your side and make sure not to wake you! We were good and followed his instructions.”

Luca nodded, impressed by how well-behaved they were. She was glad she woke up when she did. Otherwise, who knew how long the kids would have stood there?