Chapter 57

Velia hurried as she heard the apartment door opening. She had just finished preparing dinner. Luckily, she was on time to quickly shower and put on a red evening gown. "Luc!" Velia's welcoming and exclaiming caught Lucas off guard. But a moment later, it was the astonishment that fixed Lucas's gaze. Velia looked beautiful. She was impeccably dressed that evening. "You're home." Velia approached and took over Lucas's work bag, along with removing his jacket. Her actions made Lucas furrow his brow. Something was off. Lucas felt a difference. Velia often welcomed him home, but there was another impression he got. "Did I miss something?" Lucas asked confusedly, especially when he saw Velia smiling. "What's going on, Ve?" Both headed towards the bedroom. During the short journey, Lucas grew more curious. Velia's behavior truly intrigued him. Velia placed the work bag and jacket on the edge of the bed, then stood in front of Lucas. She gently loosened his tie with a sparkling gaze.