Chapter 39 Disturbed Tranquility

The tension between Lucas and Hensey left Eleanor trying to bridge the gap between them, but Lucas, consumed by frustration, remained impassive to her words. Despite Eleanor's attempts to reason with him, Lucas headed towards his car, signaling for Eleanor to join him. "You could have handled the situation with maturity," Lucas remarked as Eleanor settled into the car. "Didn't you hear him?" Lucas questioned, his tone edged with agitation. Eleanor nodded. "I heard him loud and clear, but don't you think what you've done has made the situation worse?" "I don't care about anything if he can't respect my girlfriend. I can't stand and listen to his nonsense," Lucas yelled, his frustration palpable. "Just think about it from a father's point of view," Eleanor urged, attempting to provide a different perspective. Lucas opened the car door for her, his patience wearing thin. "At least you shouldn't defend him." Eleanor rolled her eyes, a hint of exasperation in her expression, but she