CHAPTER 344
Author: LADY E
last update2024-07-15 01:34:58

Sophie walked into the library and Leonel followed her. He just stayed at a distance watching her.

She was really beautiful but he didn't know why he was drawn to her.

He really liked her but he didn't know how to express his feelings. Should he just let Sophie be happy with that other guy or should he come between them?

But what if Sophie hates him and doesn't even want to talk to him anymore.

He wouldn't be able to live with that.

He was really scared, scared Sophie would stay away from him if he does anything rash.

****

Lucian was seated in his office as he sighed. Lily had asked him to come home.

He didn't know why Lily was making things difficult for him. He had an upcoming campaign and he couldn't afford to be out of the country completely. He knew if he didn't show up, there was going to be a lot for him to make up for as Lily would do her best to make things a living hell for him.

So his presence was exactly what Lily wants, he has to do it.

He decided to as
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