Chapter86: Desire 3

Velia took weary steps as she entered her apartment. She felt exhausted, her body drained of energy. She took off her shoes and placed her bag on the sofa, her mind immediately focused on the kitchen. Within seconds, she quenched her thirst with a glass of cold water. Refreshment washed over her, and her chest felt lighter. The weariness was momentarily relieved. Velia needed some time to rest. She thought about taking a shower and going to sleep, but for now, she needed to take a deep breath. She sat at the dining table, enjoying another glass of cold water while the prepared meal awaited her. It was Diana's cooking, as usual. Over a month had passed since Lucas left the apartment. Velia had asked Diana to stop coming, but she refused, citing a ten-year contract that had been signed. The work agreement could not be canceled midway. Diana's salary and benefits were automatically deposited every month, so Velia could not neglect her responsibility. Velia could not press any further. She