"What?"
Evelyn never in her wildest dreams expected Lucas to make such a demand.
Wasn't he…
"I hate people who go back on their word the most," Lucas murmured, his voice deep and commanding as he grazed her earlobe. "You'd better not test my patience."
A shiver ran down Evelyn's spine.
She wanted to push him away, but she held herself back.
Logically, he was her husband. Rationally, he wasn't wrong. She would undoubtedly need his help in the future. And after experiencing death itself, what did she have to fear?
She quickly weighed the pros and cons.
"I told you, as long as I can do it, I won't refuse."
She forced a calm smile.
But exhaustion took over, and she drifted into sleep. Half-conscious, she vaguely heard someone asking, "Is Claire home?"
She was momentarily stunned bef
