Lucas hadn't expected to run into Emma here of all places. She looked different somehow, her makeup heavier than usual, oozing a sexy charm. Most importantly, the way she lazily held the cigarette between her fingers, combined with her effortless aura, made her look like a queen with a deadly allure. Lucas managed just a glance before looking away. Ethan, on the other hand, was intrigued and greeted Emma. "Mrs. Everhart, what a coincidence." Despite cursing under her breath, Emma managed a smile and replied, "Hi, Ethan, Lucas. Fancy bumping into you guys here. I just hang out with some friends; didn't expect to see you here." Ethan gave Emma and the man next to her a knowing look and teased, "Since we're all here, why don't you join us?" Emma frowned, about to decline, when the man

