Lucas turned around without adding another word. With a relaxed yet steady stride, he walked away from the luxurious living room. He didn't even turn toward his bedroom to grab any clothes, personal belongings, or simply a spare shirt. For Lucas, everything inside the Wine family estate was already contaminated by the rottenness of the people within it. He walked out of the grand mansion carrying only the clothes on his back, Vyan's golden pen which he had intentionally slipped into his pocket, and a neatly folded, blood-stained agreement letter.The giant carved teak door at the main gate opened wide, then closed with a heavy thud behind his back.From the second-floor balcony corner, Edward stood watching the silhouette of Lucas's black robe slowly vanishing into the dim night of Hakward City. The gaze that had just been filled with vengeance suddenly morphed into a deep, lingering doubt.That back... the posture while walking... down to the cold gesture radiating a dense aura of do

A suffocating silence enveloped the magnificent meeting room. Richard Vance’s declaration fell like an irrevocable judicial verdict, shattering the power structure the board of directors had long revered. The words "Special Advisor to the Head of the Family" and "Traitor" echoed in their ears, breeding a palpable wave of terror. Those who had previously shouted with arrogance now lowered their heads in defeat, not daring to meet the gazes of either Richard or Lucas.Amidst the silence, Director Broto stood rigid, his face completely drained of color while his eyes harbored a conflicting storm of emotions. The chubby man's eyes suddenly narrowed, locking onto Lucas with a glare fraught with profound hatred and a burning, lingering grudge.To Broto, Lucas was no longer just a lucky bodyguard, but a colossal obstacle that had just wrecked his meticulously laid plans. The scheme to force the sale of the Life Jade, cover up his embezzlement tracks, and pocket a hefty commission from the op

Evelyn was stunned for a moment. Lucas’s intense gaze and the sudden closing of the distance between them made her heart beat faster than usual.For some reason, she could feel a dangerously alluring aura emanating from her new bodyguard—something that made her feel both threatened and wildly curious."Who even wants to come along..." Evelyn muttered, trying to maintain her pride. However, before she could finish her sentence, Lucas had already turned around and walked casually toward the elevator.Seeing Lucas's action...Evelyn could only let out a soft growl, stamping her foot against the marble floor. The thought of letting this mysterious man drive off with her beloved Ferrari was out of the question, and honestly, her curiosity far outweighed her pride. Gasping for breath, Evelyn hurried after him and slipped into the elevator just before the doors closed shut."I'm not coming because I trust you," Evelyn snapped, smoothing down her clothes and staring straight ahead at the clos

Evelyn stared closely at the gap in the mask revealing Lucas's eyes. The tone of the man's voice did not sound like a bodyguard calming his master, but rather like a predator that had just found easy prey. Although a trembling panic still rippled through her chest, the dominant aura emitted by Lucas left Evelyn with no other choice but to believe him. She nodded softly, tightening her grip on the fold of Lucas's sleeve."Lucaaass... But remember, you still have to be careful...""Relax, I just want to amuse myself by sitting with them..."With calm steps and a very measured rhythm, Lucas led Evelyn toward the VIP poker table surrounded by that tense atmosphere. Without the slightest hesitation, Lucas pulled out one of the empty chairs right in front of Edward Wine, then seated himself casually. Evelyn stood gracefully on his right side, playing the part of a mysterious companion radiating a cold, untouchable aura.The spontaneous action of a stranger daring to interrupt the high-stake

"AGREED!" shouted Edward without a shred of hesitation, his voice booming with overconfident bravado. A cynical laugh burst from his mouth as he slammed his hand hard against the table."Kiss your cheap woman's feet?! Hahaha! In your dreams, Lucas! Do you really think you stand a chance of winning against us?!"Yet, before the cheers at the table could die down, a different kind of tension erupted right beside Lucas."LUCAS, YOU ABSOLUTE BASTARD!"Evelyn snapped, her fury boiling over. Her voice cut through the laughter of the crowd, laden with an emotion she could no longer contain behind her silver mask. Her chest heaved rapidly, and the fingers gripping Lucas's suit jacket now trembled with a burning wrath."Have you completely lost your mind, huh?!" Evelyn whispered sharply right beside Lucas's ear, her teeth grinding in fury. "On what grounds are you gambling away my honor with this crazy bastard?! I am a Young Lady..." Her voice caught as reality hit her. No matter what, she had