Chapter 99

Seeing how enthusiastic Maria was, Evelyn felt a little uneasy. "He… already left." She wasn't sure when Lucas had left last night, but judging by the untouched side of the bed, she was certain he hadn't stayed over. Maria's expression changed immediately. "Left? It's only 7:30 am. I was up by 6:00 am and never saw him leave." Sensing something was off, Evelyn tried to reassure her before asking, "Grandma, is something wrong?" Maria let out a heavy sigh. "What I gave him last night wasn't just a tonic… It was something to, well, spark his desire." Traditional medicine was incredibly profound. She had specially asked Rick to prepare the formula. Yet, it was clear now—it hadn't even been used! Evelyn certainly didn't look like someone who had spent an affectionate night. Her expression shifted, and pressed her lips together in silence. No wonder Lucas' voice sounded a little hoarse last night. As for when exactly he left… "Grandma, tell the kitchen not to prepare breakfast