Chapter 158: Didn’t mean to hurt you
"What will you do?" Layla asked, arching an inquisitive eyebrow. Her voice softened as she added, "By the way, you didn’t ask why I met Roderick." Her gaze dropped, her tone carrying a hint of vulnerability.
Lucius, ever calm, draped his arm over her shoulder and gently guided her toward the office couch. "I didn’t see the need to ask," he replied smoothly. "You can tell me if you want." He motioned for her to sit first.
Settling beside him, Layla took a deep breath. "I’ve decided to partner with Roderick on a project," she began, "but there’s more to it. Behind this partnership lies a selfish motive. I’ve already taken my revenge on my family, but my ex... he wronged me too." Her fists clenched slightly. "And then there’s the way he belittles you. It infuriates me. I want to teach him a lesson—not just for me, but for us."
Lucius’s lips curved into a smile, one that radiated pride more than amusement.
Layla narrowed her eyes, slightly exasperated. "I’m not jesting," she said firmly, leaning closer.
"I know you’re not," Lucius assured her, his smile softening. "It’s just... hearing those words makes me feel incredibly proud. My strong, determined wife fighting for us." His voice carried warmth, and he reached out, gently pinching her cheek before kissing it.
Layla turned fully to him and held his both hands. "I have a question. Why did you start living alone, away from your family?" Though she knew the answer, but she wanted to hear it from his mouth.
"I wanted peace and at the same time, I didn’t wish anyone to stop me from doing what I desire," Lucius said.
"But you aren’t using gun these days. Only in the beginning you did. I think you wanted to scare me as well," Layla remarked.
"Because these days I am more focussed on finding the culprit. I have found some clues. I will head to Russia in a few days. I have something to check there," Lucius informed her. ’She always opens up with me and tells me everything. I shouldn’t keep her in dark either.’
"Russia? Take me with you," Layla insisted.