AVAThe car soon came to a stop.I reached for the door handle, ready to step out but Lucien’s hand came out of nowhere and caught my wrist.I paused and turned to look at him.His expression was still distant.“What?” I asked quietly.He held onto my wrist for a second more before releasing it. “If you don’t want me involved, then make sure you handle your issues before I find out.”I blinked. “What issues?”He didn’t answer, he just looked at me like I already knew and maybe I did.I swallowed, then whispered, “O..okay."He stared at me like he wanted to say something else, but he didn't.“Take care,” he finally said with no warmth.I felt my heart clench in pain. “You too.” Then I pushed the door open and stepped out.By the time I got to my floor, work had already started. People were at their desks, typing with focus.I glanced at the time.8:50 AM.As I walked past, a few people greeted me and I nodded back with small smiles, trying to look composed even though my morning had b
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