Chapter 70 Chapter 70 I shook my head before addressing Lukas 1 believe theres no necessity for further action , Mr Strakoski While high ma temporarily diverted public attention , the stain on Trifleming Jewelrys reputation lingers , and hes garnered a notoriety Bars bard to shake .
In order to reinvigorate the company , theyd likely need a fresh CEO ) However , given his disposition , I surmise he wont readily relinquish his hard earned gains .

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Thus , Trifleming Jewelry appears destined for a stagnant existence , unable to advance within the industry Frankly , that might be the most face .
retribution he could Lukass eyes flickered .
You seem to possess a perceptive understanding of the matter .
Thank you for your acknowledgment , Mr Strakovski I responded with a modest nod A fleeting chill seemed to taint the atmosphere , and Lukas subtly cleared his throat , ending the moment .
Unless theres anything else , youre welcome to return to the design department .
I nodded , Very well , then I shall take my leave My steps carried me closer to the exit , but Lukass voice halted my progression .
Oh, and before I forget , you neednt wait for a ride after work .
I have some personal matters to attend to.
Piecing together that I had used Lukass vehicle for my commute that morning I nodded gracefully .
Certainly , Ill make my own arrangements .
With my departure from the meeting room, a sense of relief washed over me .
ug at the corner of my lips .
In the past two days , 1 had , Lukass words from moments ago resonated in my mind , prompting a faint rug .
indeed crossed the line a bit Avas earlier suggestion that Lukass assistance was possibly motivated by more profound sentiments now took on a new perspective No wonder Lukas was often described as distant and ruthless , his demeanor anything but accommodating Í mused on my own naively over the past few days , acknowledging that my initial perception of Lukan was overly simplistic .
The man was nowhere near amicable nor easy going ! Perhaps , my attempt to seek consolation from elsewhere after being hurt by Hugo seemed a touch misguided in the aftermath .
Such stupid things could not happen again in the future , Funny how I joked about making Bella pay for a stupidity tax .
Now it bore an ironic twist , and the joke was on me .
As the workday drew to a close , Ava called and asked me to have dinner together .
Ava , who was usually immersed in her computers glow , displayed an unusual curiosity upon sighting me .
Your husband seems rather smitten with you .
He treats you quite generously .
My mind compared the recent vivid scene in the meeting room , my expression briefly tensing and I shook my head .
You might be reading too much into it .
Our relationship is based on mutual gain .
Is actions are primarily geared towards the betterment of the company and bear no personal sentiment .
Avas brows knitted slightly .
Are you absolutely sure ? Following our dinner .
Ava guided me to bought painting brushes that used for design draft .
I discerned the implied meaning that mans birthday loomed ahead .
For these past few years , Ava has made it a yearly tradition to purchase a set of paintbrushes .
Yet each year .
away , for the person she intended to gift them to cannot be found .
she fails to pine the s to give them .
Avas temperament was cold and indifferent , ever since I got to know her , she only showed interests in two things .
One is laptop , the other is Cole I accompanied her around the mall and bought a paintbrush .
We walked outside the mens luxury store , and Ava suddenly spoke : Skylar , would you like to buy Lukas a gift as well ? I was taken aback by the suggestion , Why would I get him a gift ? Ava turned her gaze towards me .
To repay him for saving your neck .
Yes , his intervention served the companys interests , but he truly saved you last night ! I recalled how I had confided in Ava about what had happened last night during our meal , and how Avas usually cool demeanor had turned ashen with anger Truly , yesterdays events had been a lifesaver , for had it not been for the intervention , I would have surely been left with a fate worse than death at the hands of that scum Gerald I deliberated Avas suggestion , finding a degree of resonance within it
Moreover , Ava adhered to the principle of repaying kindness .
Her own affection for Cole had stemmed from has rescue of her from a perilous situation and was hospitalized after a car accident .
And besides , since I was going to clearly distinguish myself from Lukas in the future .
Therefore , I had to be clear about grievances , repay kindness with kindness , Lukas saved me , and I couldnt help but express gratitude With these thoughts in mind , I agreed .
Tine , Lets go inside I spun around , finally settling on a pair of deep sea blue cuffs , restrained yet luxurious in their understated elegance , which I felt suited Lukas perfectly .
We made our purchases , and Ava escorted me to hail a taxi .
But as we exited the mall , Ava suddenly let go of me and crazily gave chase , apparently having spotted something she couldnt resist .
I was stunned and quickly caught up with her .
Ava led us to a nearby bar called Old Barrel , where she finally felt my grasp on her arm .
Ava , whats going on ? Breathless , Ava cin Ou clung tightly to my hand , her voice urgent to the point of hysteria 1 saw Cole , Skylar .
I saw him just now ! Chapter 71