Chapter 126. A Costly Mistake.
" Evelyn was shocked, and also deep in thoughts. She didn't know what to do, or if she could trust Lucas. Even if he tried to help, he still was the deceitful, corny, smart, overly cautious, and foxy man she knew. "No. I don't think I can trust him. No way…" she muttered to herself. I won't believe this man. He is the same person who tried to harm me earlier today. I won't believe him, she thought to herself. "Evelyn… Can you hear me? It's me, Lucas. Evelyn… speak up if you can hear me," Lucas said over the phone, but she didn't give a reply. He looked at Norton who was having his face gleaming in anticipation, and Norton whispered, asking about what Evelyn's response was. Lucas shook his head in disapproval, and Norton immediately became disappointed. "Evelyn. What is going on? Can you hear me?" Lucas asked one more time, wanting to hear Evelyn's response. For about 30 seconds, she had been quiet and had not said anything. He could hear some soft sobs in the background, but
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