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Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2541-Pierre frowned and said, "Don't bother about it. I'm going to the office tomorrow. I'll put on a suit and a tie."

"No. Only women understand what a woman wants and what a woman likes. Just listen to me," said Madam Mallory as she walked toward Pierre's dressing room.

Pierre could see how worried Madam Mallory was. He leaned against the door and let her pick his outfit for him.

Madam Mallory opened the wardrobe door and frowned. What came into her sight were not rows of expensive customized suits but lots of leather clothing and striking colors of collared shirts.

Pierre used to love wearing these back then. It matched his high-profile personality, but they were unsuitable for him now. Madam Mallory said disdainfully, "Oh dear, look at these. You're the future CEO of Mallory Corporation. Throw these away."

"It's a waste to throw them away. Just leave them there," Pierre replied lazily. He spent a lot of money to buy these imported clothes.

Previously, when he went drag racing with the others, these clothes were eye-catching and suited his personality the most. novelbin

Madam Mallory put the clothes aside with a look of despise on her face. She took the suits out and said, "These are the suits tailor-made for you. They're all made by the world's best tailor. And you just left them here. What a waste."

"They're old-fashioned and don't suit me." Pierre lifted his head and glanced at the suits in Madam Mallory's hands, then he immediately lowered his head and continued to look at his phone.

Ever since Old Master Mallory held the press conference, many were making wild guesses about their purpose of holding an urgent shareholder's meeting.

The old master had also arranged for people to lead the media on the internet. Now, more and more people believed that Pierre would replace Percy and become the new CEO of Mallory Corporation.

"They're not. They're perfect for you to go to work." Madam Mallory picked a suit and took a white collared shirt to match it. Then, she chose a necktie to match the outfit. "Wear this to the lunch date tomorrow. Trust me. You're tall and handsome, so you'll look good in it."

Pierre did not want Madam Mallory to continue chattering. Besides, Madam Mallory's health had not fully recovered yet. He was worried it would affect her mood if he rejected her. Thus, he nodded and said, "Okay. I got it."

Madam Mallory held up the outfit she had picked for Pierre and said with satisfaction, "This looks good. Belle will like it when she sees you."

“Mom, please believe in your son's charm," said Pierre. He could win over any woman with his charm except for Nina.

Madam Mallory could not help but helplessly shake her head when she saw how confident Pierre was. She was worried that Pierre would not take it seriously, so she reminded her, “Do you think Belle is just like any other woman? Seize the chance. It's going to benefit you in the future."

“Okay, I know. It's getting late. Hurry up and go back to your room to rest." Pierre could no longer stand Madam Mallory nagging at him. He helped Madam Mallory up by holding her arm and headed out resignedly.

Madam Mallory shook her head helplessly and reminded Pierre again, “I've been looking forward to having a grandchild. Pierre, don't let me down."

“I know. Don't worry. I'll have a nice lunch with Ms. Chamberlain tomorrow." Pierre helped Madam Mallory up. He looked down as a surge of emotions welled up inside him.

Grandchild?

She had a grandchild back then.

However, Nina was left with no choice but to pick up the knife and stab the baby in her belly when Pierre forced her.

Pierre did not feel anything at that time, but he would feel uncomfortable whenever he thought of that baby now.

If he had kept the child, Nina would not have become Percy's woman and he would have been the winner!

Pierre headed back to his study and sat on his office chair. He took his phone out, scrolled to the top of his photo gallery, and found Nina's photo.

Even so, what difference would keeping the child have made?

He would still become the biggest winner!

Nina would also eventually become his.

The following day.

Luca realized Luke had already gotten out of bed when she woke up in the morning.

She stared blankly at the space beside her for a while. It seemed like Luke came home late last night. When he got onto the bed last night, she could feel the iciness of the cold weather out there.

Luca was not sure if it was just her imagination, but she could not sleep well in the middle of the night.

It was only when Luke came back home after work did she sleep soundly.

Luca stroked the empty side of the bed. There was no warmth lingering on it. She reckoned Luke must have woken up early.

“He woke up so early in the morning. He probably didn't have enough rest," Luca mumbled to herself. She suddenly remembered the conversation between her and Luke back then.

Luca felt sorry for him going out early and coming home late at the time. Luke had spent all day dealing with T Corporation's matters.

Hence, Luca took the chance to cuddle with him in bed when he slept early that day. She felt sorry for him as she gently stroked his forehead and eyebrows, telling him how heartbroken she was.

Luke listened to what Luca said patiently and held her hand. He leaned closer to her and kissed her gently on the lips. The soft kiss comforted Luca's heart.

Luke told her that Lanie would take over the family business once he had completed his studies. When the time came, he would have time to rest, and he could go on vacations with her.

Luke told her that judging from how smart Lanie was, if the school allowed him to skip grades, he would be able to finish his education soon.

He said it would take 10 more years.

He said their time would slow down at that time.

Luca still remembered she was moved to tears while she listened to him talk about their future.

However, she shook her head and told him that she hoped Lanie could have a happy childhood and teenage years. She did not want him to spend all his time studying.

That was why Luke did not let Lanie skip grades even though he thought the lessons were too easy for him.

It was because Luke had always kept in mind what Luca had told him before.

After Luca freshened herself up, she walked out of the bedroom.

The door of the bedroom opposite her was left open. Luca walked to the door and saw Luke sitting at his desk, busy with his work.

“Mr. Crawford, you woke up early today," Luca said in a soft voice. She was worried she would wake the kids up.

"I slept well last night. That's why I woke up early," replied Luke.

"..." Luca looked at Luke. He did not look tired, but the man in front of her had stayed up for two to three days without any sleep in the past. He might have looked a little dispirited, but he was not that tired.

Hence, what he said was unlikely to be true.

Luke had only slept for two to three hours. How could he have had enough rest?

Luca did not say anything. Then, she said, "I'm going downstairs to prepare breakfast."

"Please make some coffee for me," said Luke.

"Okay." Luca nodded and agreed.

When Luca arrived downstairs, Aunt Neile was already preparing breakfast. Luca took the coffee beans out and made some coffee for Luke and Vivian.

"Ms. Craw, did Mr. Crawford not have enough rest again?" Aunt Neile saw Luca take the thermos bottle out and figured it out.

"Yes. Mr. Crawford came home late last night. He only slept for two to three hours. Then, he woke up early to work again," said Luca. Hence, she was planning to make a pot of coffee for him so that it could give him a lift when he went to work.

"It's difficult for Mr. Crawford to manage such a big company. He can't rest well at all." Aunt Neile let out a sigh.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2542-What Aunt Neile said was exactly what Luca had in mind. novelbin

She was right. Luke was working too hard.

Even though Luke was healthy and strong now, if he continued to work like this, his body would not be able to take it. Although he was still young, the nights he stayed up to work would damage his health and have him end up falling sick when he got older.

Something suddenly came into Luca's mind, and she said, “Aunt Neile, I'll write down a few diet plans for you later. Why don't you make the food according to them for Mr. Crawford when he has dinner at home?"

"Diet plans? Ms. Craw, is something wrong with Mr. Crawford's health?" Aunt Neile asked anxiously.

Aunt Neile knew Luca studied naturopathy, so after she heard Luca mention diet plans, she panicked as she was worried Luke was having some health issues.

Luca shook her head and replied, "Mr. Crawford is healthy. I just think that he should take special care of his diet since he's been working so hard. That way, his health won't be affected when he gets older."

"Is that really the case?" Aunt Neile was still doubting it. She was worried Luca was just trying to comfort her.

If anything happened to Luke's health, Aunt Neile had to report to Old Master Crawford and let him know about it.

"Aunt Neile, it's true. Besides, the recipes are for people who work long hours and stay up at night. They're not only for Mr. Crawford." Luca could tell Aunt Neile refused to believe her. Luca immediately laid her anxious heart to rest to prevent her from making a big deal out of it.

Although Aunt Neile was still a little suspicious, she chose to believe what Luca said.

"Okay. Ms. Craw, give me the recipes. I'll prepare the food for Mr. Crawford this weekend," said Aunt Neile.

"Okay. I'll give them to you tonight." Luca nodded.

"You said these recipes are good for those who stay up late for work, right? My son and daughter-inlaw work hard too..." Aunt Neile turned to look at her.

"Yes. The herbal medicine in the recipes is mild. Everyone can take it," said Luca. Then, she added, "But it'd be better for children not to have it."

"Okay. I got it. Thank you, Ms. Craw," Aunt Neile thanked Luca. She had always wanted to make something for her son and daughter-in-law who had been working hard too.

However, she did not have enough money to get those expensive supplements for them. After knowing that Luca's recipes were good for health, Aunt Neile thought of preparing extra portions if her son and daughter-in-law could have some too.

Herbal medicine was considered cheap compared to those expensive supplements.

“What are you two talking about?" Vivian entered the kitchen with a smile on her face.

Vivian would be moving back today, so she woke up earlier.

"We're talking about diet plans." Luca had just finished making coffee, and she asked, "Vivian, would you like to have some?"

Vivian noticed the thermos bottle beside her. She smiled and shook her head. "The coffee is for Mr. Crawford, right? It'd be better to keep it for him."

"I made two extra glasses. Are you sure you don't want some?" Luca filled the glass with coffee and handed it to Vivian.

Luca's homemade coffee tasted good. Vivian took the glass from Luca without a second thought when she remembered that she would no longer be able to drink the coffee Luca made after she moved out. "Then I'll have one. Thank you."

"Don't be shy," said Luca as she filled another glass with coffee and placed it on the tray. Then, she poured the rest into the thermos bottle and reminded Aunt Neile, "Aunt Neile, please take the coffee along with you when you're serving Mr. Crawford breakfast later."

"Okay, Ms. Luca," replied Aunt Neile.

After breakfast, Vivian and Luca walked out of the villa together.

Vivian dragged her suitcase with her. She could not help but exclaim, "It's a new day today, and it's also the beginning of another chapter of my life. Honestly, I never thought that this day would come."

Luca stared at Vivian's side profile. She smiled and replied, "What do you think about the air around you on your new day?"

"Of course, it's refreshing. It's so comfortable. I'll live my life to the fullest every day in the future. Oh yes, Luca, do remember to come to the opening ceremony on my first day of school," said Vivian.

Luca nodded and agreed.

The opening ceremonies held abroad were for students and their parents to tour the college and participate in different activities.

Occasions like that were not popular in A City, but Luca did not tell Vivian about it. Instead, she nodded and promised that she would come.

"I have something to tell you," said Luca.

Vivian opened the door, glanced at Luca sideways, and asked, "Yes?"

"I might need to head to the Capital University to become a part-time lecturer. I'll be teaching every Monday," said Luca. She walked out of the door and saw the car Warren drove today. It was more low- profile.

Luca said to Warren, "Please send me to the office first. After that, send Ms. Vivian back to her apartment."

"Okay, Dr. Craw." Warren carried the suitcase Vivian was dragging behind her and put it in the car trunk.

After Vivian got into the car, she continued their conversation. “Really? Then will I be able to take your class?"

Luca shook her head and said, "I don't think so. You're studying language at Capital University. I would’ve probably completed the job assigned to me by the time you can take professional courses. Besides, they don't usually support the idea of students taking subjects outside their majors."

"That’s too bad." Vivian felt it was a pity when she heard that she was not allowed to take Luca’s class.

"But if you have nothing to do when I’m having class, you can sneak into the classroom and listen to my lectures. There should be empty seats in the class," said Luca. She reckoned that the lectures of experienced lecturers would usually be more popular.

As for someone like her who would be able to pretend to be one of the students if she dressed more youthfully, the students would not be as convinced by her ability. Hence, it was likely only a few students would be interested in listening to her lectures.

However, it did not matter to her how many students attended her lectures.

After all, Luca had never thought of taking the job.

"Really? That’s great. I’m sure that you’ll be a great lecturer," said Vivian. Although she did not know what industry Luca was working in now, she knew Luca was someone who could do anything.

She was someone whom Vivian admired a lot.

"I prefer to work in the lab." Luca smiled. She had never thought of becoming a teacher since she was young.

Luca loved attending classes, but she did not like to teach.

"After all, the lab is where you’re supposed to work." Vivian did not pay much attention to Luca’s emotions. She just went along with what Luca said.

After Warren arrived at Watson Biopharmaceuticals, he did not drive into the parking lot as he had to send Vivian back to her apartment later. He stopped the car at the office entrance and dropped Luca off there.

"I’m going to work first. I’ll ask for leave on the first day of your school," Luca said to Vivian. Then, she pushed the car door open and got out of the car.

After Luca closed the car door, she headed into the office.

Warren made sure Luca had entered the office and only then did he drive away.

Luca swiped the card and walked toward the elevator. Mo, who stood not far away from her, came forward and greeted her, "Good morning, Dr. Craw."

"Good morning, Ms. Stone," Luca greeted her calmly.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2543-Mo was already used to Luca's cold treatment, so she took the initiative to ask, “Dr. Craw, was the person who sent you here just now your boyfriend?"

Based on her previous observations, the car Luca came in today was not the one she usually used.

She could tell from the car plate alone that the car she usually used was Luke's car, but the car she came in today was more common, and so was the car plate. Mo guessed that it was not Luke's car.

If it were not Luke's car, it would be worth finding out the identity of the person who sent her to work.

Luca glanced at the descending number shown on the elevator panel and said indifferently, "Ms. Stone, do you sit in the backseat of your boyfriend's car?"

"Of course not, I'll be in the passenger seat..." Mo stopped in her tracks when she understood what she was trying to imply.

If it were not her boyfriend's car, did she take a taxi?

It seemed like she was thinking too much.

She did not stand in the doorway just now, and there was quite a distance between her and the car, so she could not see the driver's face. Thus, she stopped being nosy.

Mo realized that she had crossed the line because of her curiosity, so she apologized embarrassedly, "I'm sorry, Dr. Craw."

"It's okay. Oh and please apply for a parking spot for me," said Luca as higher-ups like her had designated parking spaces.

She was in T Corporation before this, so she did not apply for a parking space when it was open for application. novelbin

Now that she had to work here long-term, she had to apply for one so that Warren would not have to look for one every time.

"Okay, Dr. Craw," Mo agreed, but she dared not ask why.

When the elevator reached the first floor, Luca got on first.

Mo then walked in and swiped her card before pressing the button.

Neither of them spoke in the elevator. The atmosphere was silent and slightly awkward.

Mo looked at the numbers go up and was silently praying that her words just now did not upset Luca.

Otherwise, there was no telling how this would end.

After the elevator had reached the floor, Luca did not leave in a hurry. Instead, she waited for Mo to leave before getting out of the elevator slowly.

After that, she walked back to her office.

There should not be any work for her today, so...

Luca opened the mini refrigerator in her office. For convenience's sake, every professor had a mini refrigerator in their office.

The sample she extracted previously was placed here.

She wanted to use Watson Biopharmaceuticals' advanced technology to study the sample's data, then make the antidote.

Shanks developed the drug as well as the antidote, so if she just followed the method he used to prescribe the drug, she would be able to develop it.

With the help of the advanced facilities here, Luca was confident in her research.

She was about to go to the laboratory with the sample when her phone on the desk rang.

Luca put the sample down and picked up her phone. She noticed that it was Amur's number, so she hurriedly accepted the call. "Amur?"

“It's me." A familiar voice sounded from the other end of the call.

It was Amur!

Luca's nose tingled as the last time he called was when he went back, and it had been a few months since then. Not only had she not gotten a call from Amur since then, but she never received a call from Eler either.

Sometimes, no news was good news. Luca may be longing for Nyla, but she did not show her anxiousness.

If she showed how worried she was, it meant that Abel would get his way.

She had never been willing to let Abel get his way from the beginning.

"Are you okay?" Luca had a lot to say and ask like the situation on the island, how Nyla was doing, how he and Eler were doing on the island, and so on.

"I'm on a mission, so I'm out of the island now. The destination of the mission is in A City, so let's meet up and talk," said Amur. He knew what she was worried about, but it was not safe to talk about some things over the phone.

"Okay, when will you arrive in A City?" Luca asked.

"I'll be there by this afternoon," replied Amur as he glanced at the scenery out the window. He was on a train to A City right now.

"Amur, is the target of your mission someone I know?" Luca asked euphemistically, worried that Amur's mission had something to do with Luke.

She felt anxious and was reluctant to see that happen as she did not want to see Luke get hurt, nor was she willing to let Amur fail his mission.

Moreover, if his mission was related to Luke, she would be involved too. She would not need to think twice about whose side she would be on.

In the end, she and Amur would have to succumb to Abel's punishment.

Luca did not want that to happen. Her research was not done yet, so she could not let Amur escape.

Amur paused for a while on the other end of the line and replied, "It's someone you know but not who you think it is."

Luca was relieved to hear that response.

Amur knew who she cared about the most, so he knew what she was most worried about too.

Although she did not know who Amur's target was, she was at least relieved to know that it was not Luke.

"Okay, Amur. Let's have dinner tonight." Luca invited him out.

"I want to eat the burgers you make," said Amur. He wanted to eat her cooking to satisfy his longing for her.

"Just burgers?" Luca chuckled, knowing that Amur liked her cooking the most.

Not just Amur, but even Nyla and Eler liked her cooking.

"Ahem..." Amur blushed when he heard her laugh, and the redness spread behind his ears. "If you have time, you can prepare a few more dishes."

"I'm free, so I'll see you at the apartment tonight," said Luca.

"Okay, see you tonight," After saying that, Amur hung up.

Luca let out a sigh of relief and her anxiousness calmed down a little.

As long as it was not Luke. As long as the target was not him.

Luca put the phone into her lab coat pocket so she could know first thing in case anything happened, then she took the sample to the laboratory.

There were a few other researchers in the public laboratory, and they were all from her team.

Now that the drug project was past the research stage, the people in her team were the freest in the entire company.

The researchers greeted Luca when they saw her walking over. "Dr. Craw, are you here to do some experiments too?"

"Yup." Luca nodded as she placed the file and sample on an empty seat.

The researcher came over out of curiosity. Although they were in the laboratory, they were still in the theoretical stage which comprised checking information. They were merely getting ready to do something big. Luca was the only one who brought over a sample.

"Dr. Craw, is this an experiment sample?" The researcher looked at the liquid in the test tube and asked curiously.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2544-“Sort of." Luca nodded and sat down on a chair.

When the other two researchers heard her, they started gathering around her. "Dr. Craw, you're brilliant. It's only been a while, but you've already got a sample. Is this the next research project for our team?"

"If it goes well, perhaps..." Luca was overwhelmed with questions. She knew that there would be people she recognized in the laboratory, but she did not expect them to be so curious.

"That's awesome!" The researcher exclaimed at how fast she was, so she continued to ask, "Dr. Craw, can you tell us what this research is about?" novelbin

"I'll have to keep that confidential for now. I don't have high hopes for this experiment either. You all can hurry up with your experiments. I believe that I'll be able to apply for a new research project soon, so everyone will be busy by then," Luca hinted that they should seize the opportunity and time now as they would be busy in the future.

The researchers looked at the liquid in the sample and said enviously, "Dr. Craw, if only we had as many research ideas as you, then we would not have to sit here scratching our heads."

"Good luck, everyone," said Luca as she picked up a test tube that had been sterilized.

They were still standing there, so she told them, "I'm about to start my experiment, so you all should hurry up and think about what experiment you want to do too."

The researchers understood what she meant, so they nodded and returned to their seats.

After they left, Luca calmed down and began to do her research.

Luca did her research the entire morning. The researchers had already left for lunch break, but she still had not noticed the time.

That was until Rhett walked in.

"Dr. Craw, have you had lunch?" Rhett was surprised to see Luca, who was concentrating on her experiment. Hence, he asked.

"Lunch?" Only then did Luca think of looking at the time. It was already half past 12.

"So, you haven't." Rhett said resignedly. If he had not received a call from Luke to come and ask her about lunch, he was afraid that she would not even realize after lunchtime had passed.

"I was doing my experiment, so I didn't realize." Luca explained embarrassedly.

Rhett was speechless.

Luca glanced at the machine that was still operating and analyzing the composition of the drug. She put the rest of the samples away and said, "I'll go eat now."

Rhett nodded. "It's a good thing Mr. Crawford asked me to remind you. Otherwise, you would've starved."

"Mr. Crawford?" Luca was surprised. After stacking up all the files, she stood up while holding them in her arms. When she heard him say that, she realized that Luke was the one who told Rhett to remind her to eat.

"Mr. Crawford called me and told me to remind you to eat lunch," Rhett reported truthfully.

Luca could not suppress her smile as she walked out of the laboratory.

Luke knew her well. He knew that she had gotten used to being fed by him, so now that there was no one there to feed her, she would easily forget to eat.

After walking back to her office, Luca placed the samples in the mini refrigerator and placed the data files on the table before leaving.

Luca took the elevator downstairs and walked around the nearby restaurants.

She came down late, so the company's cafeteria would have run out of tasty dishes, which was why she chose to eat outside.

The only thing was that she came down at an awkward time, so the restaurants were overcrowded. Finding a seat was difficult enough, let alone a nice quiet spot.

Luca was not used to sharing a table with someone else either.

Just as she was about to go back and order takeout, Luca noticed a well-decorated high-end restaurant.

The decor of the restaurant was rather lavish. Anyone could tell from the storefront alone that this place was not cheap.

Due to the price, she could see through the floor-to-ceiling window that there were not many people inside.

Luca thought to herself that perhaps having some high-end food once in a while was not such a bad idea.

With that, she pushed open the door of the high-end restaurant and walked in.

The waiter entertained her enthusiastically. Luca chose a seat in a corner as she preferred a peaceful and quiet environment.

After picking up the menu, Luca glanced at the price and saw that she was right.

Most of the office workers around here worked in companies that coveted the cheap rent of office buildings here, so the salary at companies like those was not that high compared to others.

Therefore, they would only come to restaurants like these once in a while. If they were here every day, even if they got the cheapest item on the menu, their wallets would not be able to withstand it.

As a result, the restaurant was not crowded.

Luca ordered a set meal.

Then, the waiter went to place her order.

After waiting for almost 20 minutes, the waiter served the menu she ordered.

While Luca was eating her meal, the bell at the door rang as someone walked in.

The waiter standing at the door said enthusiastically, "Sir, Madam, welcome. Do you have a reservation?"

“We don't have a reservation. Is there a private room here?" The woman's voice sounded.

“Sorry, our private rooms have been booked. If you would like to have some privacy, you can choose a corner seat," the waiter suggested.

Pierre looked gloomy and said impatiently, “Lead the way."

Luca, who was sitting in the corner, frowned at the sound of his voice. This voice... sounded familiar.

She looked up toward the door, and sure enough, it was Pierre.

The woman standing beside him.

Luca did not know who she was, but she could tell that she was not Pierre's ex-fiancée.

She heard that even after she sent Pierre to the hospital, the doctor could not find out what the cause of his pain was. They could only give him painkillers.

Rumors of Pierre having a disease or an addiction started to spread, and that was when he and his fiancée of many years broke it off.

Luca knew that Pierre did not lack women in his life, but the woman standing next to him did not look like she belonged on the streets.

The things she wore were not things one could afford by just gold-digging.

They followed the waiter's lead, and Pierre noticed Luca as well. He became manic as he recalled the humiliation she had caused him before.

If not for her, he would not be forced by Madam Mallory to go on a date with a pretentious lady like Belle.

He knew that a woman like Belle was suitable for marriage, but he did not like her.

Even if he did not get Nina, he still had plenty of women around him. All those women were flirty and sexy. Perhaps they were not as pretty as Belle, but their figures were a hundred times better and they knew how to have fun.

Pierre saw that Luca noticed him, but he did not try to hide at all. Instead, he stared at her provocatively, and his already gloomy face looked even worse.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2545-The corner of Luca's lips curled up in glee at the sight of his grim face.

She was honored to be able to cause post-traumatic stress to someone as sly and cunning as Pierre.

Pierre had traumatized many people in A City, and the fact that she gave the devil incarnate a taste of his own medicine made her appear like a savior.

She helped everyone punish the defiant bully, Pierre.

The waiter led Pierre and Belle to a corner seat. “Sir, Madam, is this table okay with you?"

“This is fine." Belle looked at Pierre. Only then did she realize that his gaze had been fixed on one spot the entire time.

She followed his line of sight and saw Luca.

Belle looked at Pierre suspiciously and asked, "Mr. Mallory, did you see someone you know?"

"Not really." Pierre withdrew his gaze and was about to sit down until he recalled Madam Mallory's words. He had to be a gentleman to Belle.

To avoid getting into such trouble, Pierre gently pulled back the chair behind Belle.

"Thank you." Belle was very satisfied with Pierre's gentlemanly behavior.

Even though he sounded serious as if he was not trying to impress her, his cold face exuded a different kind of charm.

When she first returned to A City, she learned about the situation of high society through some close friends.

There were two brothers in the Mallory family, and they used to get along well, but their relationship took a turn for the worse after deciding who had the say in Mallory Corporation.

Everyone said that the second son was not as good as the eldest in every aspect, but she had heard the story of the Mallory family before.

Thus, Belle never intended to marry into the Mallory family. Plus, the eldest son had devoted himself to a mediocre woman, so she did not bother using her family's influence to marry him either.

After hearing from others, Belle thought that Pierre would be the same. However, after meeting him in person, she found out that he was not as bad as people said he was.

Even if she really married Pierre, who was seen as less than Percy, it did not seem like a bad choice at all.

Even if he was not the CEO of Mallory Corporation's, Pierre would have extra leverage after the marriage between the Mallory and Chamberlain families. Moreover, this leverage was not something a mere few percent of shares would be able to overcome.

Belle admired Pierre's face as he looked quite handsome too.

If they did end up together, she would help him become the CEO of Mallory Corporation.

Pierre sat across from her.

The waiter handed over the menu.

Pierre was not in the mood to order and gestured to pass the menu to Belle. “Ladies first."

Belle gave him a few more brownie points for his gesture and smiled while ordering appetizers, mains, and desserts. Then, she asked the person across the table, "Mr. Mallory, since we both have

somewhere to be later, let's not drink."

"That's what I was thinking." Pierre's gaze remained on Luca.

She was no longer looking this way, and she did not seem the least bit interested in what was going on over here.

Belle ordered two cups of coffee and looked up to ask him if there was anything he wanted to add, but she noticed that he was still focusing on the woman across from them.

She could not help but be curious.

There was something sinister in his gaze as if there was a deep hatred in him. It was not at all like the kind of gaze a man would have when looking at beautiful women.

Belle could not help but wonder what that woman did to Pierre.

"Mr. Mallory, have a look at what else you'd like to order," she asked softly.

"That's all." Pierre had no idea what Belle ordered, but girls like her would usually order the same thing.

Whether it tasted good was another matter. As long as the quality was there, it was good enough.

Belle smiled and handed the menu back to the waiter. "Please serve the food quickly." "Yes, Madam." The waiter took the menu and left.

After the waiter left, Belle took a sip of the lemon water and shot a glance at Luca in the corner. Then, she asked thoughtfully, "Why do you hate that lady so much?"

Pierre withdrew his gaze and stared straight at her

Was his hatred for her so obvious?

Ever since he was a kid, everyone would say that he had deep eyes. When he looked at someone, very few people would dare to meet his eyes.

When he looked at someone with a poker face, they would feel like he had sinister intent.

People were only terrified of him. Not many would try to find out what he was actually feeling inside.

However, Belle was able to detect his hatred for Luca although it was their first meeting.

"Why would a man look at a woman hatefully?" Pierre asked without admitting his hatred for Luca.

He was ashamed to bring up the past.

A woman easily took down a grown man like him.

"She's gorgeous. Other guys would've either admired her beauty or desired her. Those emotions could be seen in their eyes, but I only see hatred in yours. So, I think that you know that woman and that she did something to make you hate her so much." Belle swirled her wine glass while analyzing his feelings.

"Ms. Chamberlain, you have a way with words." Pierre smiled slightly as he was in disbelief that she saw through him.

"Mr. Mallory, you must not know me very well. I took a master's degree in psychology abroad. Others may find it hard to read your emotions, but I can tell. For example, you weren't willing to meet me at first. I believe that you were forced by your parents, like me," said Belle.

She did not want to meet him because the second son of the Mallory family was not good enough for her.

However, she had to make time to meet him just to please her parents.

It seemed like being forced to meet was not such a bad idea, after all. At least Pierre had piqued her interest a little.

"Ms. Chamberlain, you're different from other girls." Pierre smiled as he was suddenly interested in Belle.

Perhaps she was not just eye candy who liked splurging her family's fortune.

"Everyone's different. I don't know what your impression of me was before, but I confess that I didn't think much of you either," said Belle.

"What about now?" Pierre slowly became intrigued.

This woman seemed quite interesting. When they met earlier, she was wearing sneakers while looking at buildings with the real estate agent. Only before she came to the restaurant did she change to heels in the car.

Other girls would not dress so casually when they had a date to go to.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2546-“Right now..." The corner of Belle's lips was raised slightly. "Let's not talk about that now. I heard that Mallory Corporation will hold a shareholder's meeting in a few days, right?"

"So?" Pierre raised his eyebrows. After the woman in front of him piqued his interest, he was no longer looking at Luca hatefully.

Whether it be Luca or Luke, he would take his revenge on them for what they did to him, so there was no need to do anything right now.

Luca was calm. She would not be intimidated by his gaze anyway.

"I've also heard some rumors that this shareholder's meeting is to recall your brother, Percy, from the position of CEO. Thus, you'll be electing a new CEO for Mallory Corporation. If the rumors are true, then I guess that person will be you, right?" Belle asked him.

The moment the news of the shareholder's meeting was made public, rumors started spreading like wildfire.

Percy's dark past had also been exposed without regard to whether they were true or not.

When Belle saw this news, she found it interesting.

It was interesting to see a fratricidal fight between brothers of the same parents.

"If the rumors turn out to be true, the shareholders will elect the candidate they think is most suitable to be the CEO of Mallory Corporation. I don't think there's any reason for you to be curious about this, Ms. Chamberlain, unless." Pierre paused and picked up his glass to swirl the water inside.

"What?" Belle's red lips opened slightly as she looked at the man in front of her up and down.

"Unless, Chamberlain Corporation also has Mallory Corporation's shares," said Pierre.

After Mallory Corporation's listing, the shares were a big hit with investors. More and more investors started snapping up shares. Hence, they were not too sure who exactly had bought the odd lots.

"The Chamberlain family had just returned to A City. We don't have shares in Mallory Corporation. However, if you wish to stand at the top of Mallory Corporation, I believe that support from the Chamberlain family will help you a lot," said Belle.

"Are you saying we should get married?" Pierre raised his eyebrows at how straightforward this woman was.

Sure enough, she was different from other girls.

Belle shook her head and smiled. “I don't want to be in a marriage where I'm controlled by my elders. I just think that you're different from other rich kids, but that doesn't mean I want to marry you after meeting just once. It's just that Mallory Corporation and Chamberlain Corporation have many opportunities to cooperate in the future. I want the CEO of Mallory Corporation to be someone I know so that the two companies can have shared profits in the future. As for marriage, I prefer to let nature take its course."

After listening to what Belle had to say, the corner of Pierre's mouth curled up into a smile. He intended to never see her again after today's meal.

Now, it seemed like Belle was not just a typical bimbo. Working with a woman like her would be interesting. novelbin

"I have no thoughts of letting Chamberlain Corporation help out with the shareholder's meeting, but as you said, there'll be many chances for us to cooperate in the future," said Pierre.

The Chamberlain family's business scope was the same as T Corporation's.

He had also heard that Chamberlain Corporation was going to slowly move their business back to A City.

During the old master's generation, Chamberlain Corporation built their fortune in A City. However, Old Master Chamberlain realized that no matter how the company operated, most of the market in A City would be dominated by T Corporation. Hence, it was difficult for them to survive here, which was why they moved to another city to find a different path.

It was a wise decision for them to move at the time. Now that Chamberlain Corporation had grown, they had the ability to go up against T Corporation.

Now, they had decided to move back to fight another war with T Corporation to show who was the boss in the industry.

Chamberlain Corporation wanted to seize the market and business partners.

Mallory Corporation had always been their desired business partner, but Percy had a good relationship with Luke, so if Percy continued to be the CEO of Mallory Corporation, there was no chance for Chamberlain Corporation to cooperate with them.

Therefore, Belle's reason for wanting to help him was simple.

Belle was not fazed by his refusal as she heard that he had always been beneath Percy.

It was understandable that someone like him, who had always been seen as less-than, wanted to show what he was made of.

"Mr. Mallory, I admire you." Belle graciously expressed her admiration and stared straight at him. "Mallory Corporation and Chamberlain Corporation will have many opportunities to cooperate in the

future. I know that you're capable, but I also hope that you understand that I'm helping you for the sake of Chamberlain Corporation, not you."

"Understood." Pierre nodded.

After the brief exchange, he realized that the woman in front of him was not easy to deal with.

He heard that the Chamberlain family only had one daughter as their heir, and many believed that Belle would eventually have to depend on her husband's family for Chamberlain Corporation to continue growing.

However, that might not be the case.

Teaming up with Belle? It could be a good way out.

“Ms. Chamberlain, I admire you too." Pierre contemplated for just a few seconds, but he did not say yes.

He did not need to rely on women to prove himself.

Plus, the preparations he made were enough to make Percy step down.

The waiter served their dishes, and the two brought their conversation to a halt.

Luca, who was sitting in the other corner, had just finished her meal.

After finishing the last sip of tea, she silently paid the check.

Pierre and Belle's conversation was not very loud, and there was a distance between them and Luca, so no one would be able to hear them from Luca's seat.

However, Luca had heard the entire conversation word for word.

When she was on the Island of Despair, Abel had given her professional listening training. The results were average, so Abel had Shanks use acupuncture to develop her hearing nerves.

Now, her hearing was several times better than the average person's.

Therefore, she could still hear them from a distance.

Luca did not expect the woman in front of Pierre to be his new marriage partner.

Chamberlain?

Luca quickly rummaged through her memories. She was familiar with the high society of A City when she was with Luke.

However, the name Chamberlain did not ring a bell.

After paying, she stood up and headed straight for the door.

Pierre looked up at Luca leaving with his deep gaze.

After making things clear, Belle smiled and said, "The way you look at her looks like you want to eat her up."

"I don't eat people," Pierre explained to her.

He may not eat people, but he wanted to kill them with his bare hands.

The existence of this woman in A City was humiliating for him.

Belle looked at his gaze and smiled. She would not change her mind even after he refused.

She had never second-guessed her own judgments and observations.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2547-After Luca left the restaurant, she headed back to Watson Biopharmaceuticals.

She came downstairs for lunch late, so lunchtime was almost over by the time she finished, which was why there were not many people around.

The employees in nearby companies had already returned to work, so the streets were relatively empty. Other than the parked cars, not many people were walking around.

Luca rushed back to Watson Biopharmaceuticals.

She was too focused on Pierre's conversation while eating, so she ate slowly. If she did not hurry back now, she would be late.

When she got to the entrance, a ray of light flashed in the corner of her eyes.

Luca stopped in her tracks and looked across the street.

At the same time, a black car on the opposite side of the road caught her attention.

When she looked up, the people in the car ducked down.

They were fast to react, but Luca still caught sight of their shadows.

Luca's eyesight was sharp, so she saw them duck down. If they had not tried to hide, perhaps she might have just thought that they were normal people...

She quickly walked into the company.

These people would not dare do anything now that she was inside.

“Dr. Craw, you're back from lunch?" The security guard greeted her warmly when he saw her come in.

Luca was a celebrity in the company now.

Luca nodded and contemplated for a second, then she waved at the security guard. "Hi, can you do me a favor?"

The security guard walked over to her. "What is it, Dr. Craw?"

"Help me keep an eye on the black Corolla parked across the street and see when they leave." After Luca finished talking, she noticed that the security guard was thinking of going over to check it out, so she stopped him. "Don't go over there."

The security guard immediately withdrew his gaze. Having been in this business for some time, he knew that it was not a simple matter, so he asked, "Dr. Craw, are you in danger? Do I need to report to the police?"

“No need, I just think that car is a little suspicious, and a flashy thing even swept past just now, so I want you to help keep an eye on them for me," said Luca. The entire road was full of parked cars, but only the black Corolla had people on it.

Moreover, the people inside were trying to hide.

The security guard nodded. "Alright, I'll help you keep an eye on them. Do I need to inform you when they leave?"

"I'll come to ask you when I get off work. There's no need to specially inform me of this. Thank you," Luca thanked him with a smile. Even if they were Matysh's people, she did not want to make the atmosphere tense.

She had Luke to protect her, so she did not have to worry about Matysh at all. She just had to be extra careful. If she could avoid causing him trouble, she would.

"No problem," the security guard nodded in response.

Luca asked again, "I also want to ask if you noticed when that car was parked across the street?"

"I'm sorry, I didn't notice. My shift just started an hour ago, so I don't know," said the security guard. He would not check when the cars were parked on the road if no one told him to.

There were many companies here but limited parking, and big parking lots were quite far from here. Hence, roadside parking spaces had become the favorite of those without underground parking. novelbin

These parking spaces would already be full in the early morning.

"Okay, I got it. Thank you again," said Luca as she glanced back naturally.

The black Corolla was still there.

The security guard hastily shook his head and said, "It's no big deal, Dr. Craw. I'm the one who should thank you."

"Thank me?" Luca was surprised as she had not been working here, so why would the security guard thank her?

"You don't know? Rhett is my nephew. He said that he has learned a lot of things from you. Thank you for thinking so highly of him," the security guard said with a smile.

Luca just realized that he was the uncle Rhett had mentioned before.

Rhett's uncle worked as a security guard at the company, so when they were hiring professional assistants, he told Rhett to come and try.

"That's all because of Rhett's capability. I'll go up now. Thank you for helping me keep an eye," said Luca.

Rhett did not enter the company from connections, and neither did his uncle. Both of them were hired through interviews with their own skills.

"Alright, Dr. Craw." The security guard smiled and went back to his post.

Luca returned to her office.

She was not in a rush to the lab to get the data, so she opened her laptop and searched for the Chamberlain family.

She searched on a local forum, so she instantly found out who they were.

After taking a look at the Chamberlain family's business and their business scope, she knew why Belle insisted on helping Pierre.

If the head of Mallory Corporation changed, Chamberlain Corporation would be able to get more benefits and engage in a war with T Corporation.

Luca placed her hand on her forehead. No wonder.

Luke was going to help Percy this time as it was also beneficial for T Corporation.

T Corporation and Mallory Corporation's partnership was beneficial for both parties. If Mallory Corporation and T Corporation broke off their partnership, T Corporation would have less edge internationally.

It would be like a person missing their left hand...

After finding out who Belle was, Luca sent a message to Luke.

She was concerned about this matter because it involved Nina's happiness, and she wanted Nina and Percy to live happily ever after.

However, Pierre would be the obstruction to their happiness, so she wanted Luke to tell Percy for him to get ready.

Even if there was no way to overcome it, at least they would be mentally prepared.

Besides, Nina's background was far from Belle's. She could not help Percy with anything.

After a while, Luke replied: [I've let him know.]

Luca could tell that he was busy from the four words, and she thought that as long as Percy knew about it, there was no need to elaborate. She put her phone back into her pocket and walked out of the office.

She walked back to the lab, and several researchers in the team were already sitting there figuring out their experiments.

When they noticed Luca walking in, a researcher said, “Dr. Craw, your sample analysis has come out. I thought it wasn't a good idea to leave it at the printer, so I put it where you sat this morning."

"Okay, thank you," thanked Luca. She did not expect the analysis data to come out so fast. Advanced technology was indeed different.

She walked back to the table and sat down.

The researcher then said, " Dr. Craw, I didn't mean to look at your data. I just glanced at it. But why is there a toxic substance in it?" "Well, this is just a sample, not a drug. Don't forget that this is all confidential. I hope you don't tell anyone about the information in this data." Luca did not answer in detail as she did not expect her data to be seen by others.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2548-The researcher smiled awkwardly and explained, "Dr. Craw, I didn't look at your analysis on purpose. I was bringing it to your seat and I accidentally..."

He paused for a second and assured her, "Don't worry, I won’t mention anything to anyone."

After all, before the initiation of every research project, the company would have to review the study’s theoretical support. If he wanted to keep his job, he had to do what Luca said.

He just thought that it was a little strange. The data he saw in her analysis did not seem like any ordinary virus.

‘Luca's research is not on ordinary viruses?’

The company may not approve the project if it were too niche. The profits may be high, but the investments would be excessive as there would not be much existing research and data on the topic.

The researcher was worried that Luca's efforts would be in vain.

The other researchers looked at each other and were not sure what to say. Luca sat there and was focused on her data set.

After a while, Luca left with the documents.

The researcher who asked the question just now breathed a sigh of relief. "Based on Dr. Craw's tone, I thought I was going to be fired."

"You just took a glance. It's not that serious. Dr. Craw isn’t that kind of person." Another researcher comforted him.

"Even so, if Dr. Craw's next project is related to this sample, it's likely an unsought-after disease." The researcher sighed. "Many companies won’t spend their money to support drug research for unpopular diseases as it takes time and a lot of money. The company won’t go for it if she really proposes it. By then, we’ll have more time to do nothing.”

"Yeah, the experimental environment here and abroad is different. Dr. Craw may get support if she went for this topic abroad, but here in A City..." Another researcher shook his head. They had been in doubt when they heard about one of the data sets.

"I think it’s fine if it’ll take more time. If our research is completed before hers, we can make it a group project." novelbin

The researcher who had been looking at some documents said out of the blue.

"That's true, but everyone has no clue."

"We're looking at past research now? Don't overthink it. Anyway, whether or not Dr. Craw's project is happening, we need to have full attention on our projects."

"You seem close to Mr. Link. Why don't you ask him? He works closely with Dr. Craw and might know something," The researcher who asked Luca the question earlier said.

"Yeah, can you help us ask?" Another researcher urged him.

Rhett's voice came from the door as soon as he said that. "What do you want to ask me?"

The laboratory was suddenly quiet.

"Why is it so quiet all of a sudden?" Rhett smiled and looked at his colleagues. They were usually chatty but seemed extra quiet at that moment.

All of them looked at him with surprised expressions, so he asked, "Is there something on my face?"

"No, no." The researcher who just spoke earlier hurriedly shook his head.

"Were you guys talking about me? What do you want to ask?" Rhett asked. He heard them mention ‘Mr. Link' before he even got to the door.

He knew that their conversation must have something to do with him.

"Oh." The researcher looked at another researcher who was closer to Rhett, but the other party was focused on his documents and did not pay any attention to him.

He had no choice but to say, "We want to ask you if you know what drug Dr. Craw is going to study in her next research project?"

"I don't. Dr. Craw hasn't mentioned anything yet. If she has set a direction, she'll let us get started on the next steps. Don't worry." Rhett was a little curious about their question. ‘The last project just ended not too long ago. But they're not making use of the opportunity to run their own research and are curious about Luca's research?'

"That makes sense." The researcher smiled awkwardly and let the topic pass.

Luca was sitting in the office and staring at the sample data in a daze.

This data was more precise. She wondered if she could formulate an antidote if she based it on this data.

Luca felt that she had to draw a tube of her blood for further verification.

She would not dare to consume a sample of the antidote without a second thought even if it was developed.

If it succeeded, all was fine, but she may die if it failed.

She may get lucky and would not die, but Abel would also find out that she was secretly researching the antidote. She could not afford to act rashly.

She had drunk the poison, so her blood should have the same toxin. She could use her blood to do experiments on mice. If it was successful, it would prove that the antidote she prepared was effective.

At that time, they would not have to rely on the antidote issued by Abel to live.

Luca decided to take action immediately.

She returned to the lab, grabbed two clean needles, and went back to her office.

Luca quickly drew blood for herself after she locked the door. She had not done it for too long, so she stabbed the wrong spot.

Luca poked until there were bruises across her skin for a tube of blood.

After the blood was drawn, she put the sample in the freezer. She looked at her bruised skin and sighed.

These bruises would likely hurt for several hours. Fortunately, she could cover them with long-sleeved clothes so that no one could see them.

After she was done, it was almost time to get off work.

Luca thought of what she had agreed with Amur and told Aunt Neile that she would not be back at the villa for dinner that night. After she was done processing the documents on the desk, she clocked out and got off work.

When she was in the elevator, Luca texted Luke to tell him that Amur was on a business trip to A City and she was going to have dinner with him.

Soon enough, Luke replied: [Okay.]

He did not ask where she was dining or said anything else. Luke respected her decision and expressed his trust in her.

Luca smiled lightly and asked Warren to stop near the building entrance. She wanted to talk to security and did not plan to go to the underground parking lot.

The elevator stopped on the first floor. Luca walked out and went to the security guard. "Hello."

"Dr. Craw, are you off work? Look at that car. It hasn't moved since lunch. I noticed people getting down from the driver and the front passenger seat earlier. They're likely out shopping. I'm sure they'll be back soon. Nothing to worry about." The security guard updated her with a smile on his face.

"Okay, I see. Thank you." Luca thanked the security guard and walked out the door.

Warren pulled up in the car and waited for her.

Luca looked at where Corolla had parked and saw that it was still there.

She got into the car and said, "Warren, I won't be heading to the villa."

"Okay, Dr. Craw. Where are you going?" Warren opened the navigation app.

Luca remembered what Amur said and told Warren the name of the supermarket near the apartment.

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2549-Warren did not ask for more details. After he entered the address, he followed the navigation app and started driving.

As soon as the car pulled out to the roadside, Luca noticed that a black Corolla was following them.

She put on a faint smile and reminded Warren, "There's a black Corolla following us."

"Yes." Warren glanced through the rear mirror and saw the black Corolla she was referring to.

"This car has been parked near the office," he said. Warren would wander around and inspect while he was waiting for Luca. He was Gale's subordinate and had undergone special training, so he was alert to his surrounding environment.

"Mm." Luca nodded. ‘It seems that Gale's subordinates are not bad.’

"How did you know that they’re after you?" Warren asked.

"When I was eating lunch, they were taking photos and the flash went off," Luca explained. She was not a movie star who was used to the camera, so she was sensitive to flashes as such.

She would not necessarily have noticed if the flash had not gone off.

Of course, if they were following her, Warren and her would find out sooner or later.

"You still went downstairs alone?" Warren's tone became serious.

"I was just having lunch, and there were so many people around during lunchtime. They wouldn't dare to do anything to me in front of so many people," Luca explained.

"You still have to pay attention. They can take action at any time," Warren said. The Corolla behind was still following them.

Whenever he sped up slightly, the other party would also speed up. If he slowed down a little bit, the other party would also slow down immediately. The car was deliberately maintaining a certain distance from them.

"Okay, I'll pay more attention," Luca promised.

Although those men would not make a move on her in public, there was no harm in being extra careful.

Luke mentioned that Matysh did not have much time to waste because his family was already annoyed with him being in A City for so long.

Moreover, Gordan seemed to have found some blackmail material on Matysh. He might be detained by the relevant departments and deported before he could do anything to her.

As such, she had to be more careful and not allow them any chance to make a move. It was entirely possible that the matter would resolve on its own.

Warren drove to the location designated by the navigation. He found a parking spot, parked the car, and said, "Ms. Craw, we're here."

Luca glanced out the window and noticed that the Corolla was still around. It was looking for a parking space. She lowered her gaze and was amazed that these men went as far as to follow her here. "Warren, can you come with me to get groceries?"

"Okay." Warren unbuckled his seat belt and agreed to accompany her to go shopping to better ensure her safety.

After Luca got out of the car, she walked into the supermarket with Warren.

She wanted to cook for Amur, so she bought a lot of ingredients. She thought that the seasonings in the apartment would have expired after so long, so she bought new seasonings and then walked back

to the parking lot with two big bags of groceries.

The car was still there.

"Did they follow us into the supermarket just now?" Luca asked.

"Probably not," Warren said. Those men would probably not get out of the car if they were not about to make a move. They would just follow behind their car.

"Drive into the apartment building later so that they won't be able to come in," Luca said and instructed Warren to drive to her apartment.

After they arrived at the apartment, Luca made a note to the security guard at the door, then Warren drove into the apartment without a hitch.

The black Corolla could only park near the entrance.

They could not get in since they did not have a key card.

Warren stopped the car in a parking space and said, "Ms. Craw, I'll wait here for you."

"I'll come downstairs after I finish dinner with my brother. You can go to the nearby restaurant to get something to eat," Luca said. She and Amur needed some time to catch up.

If she did not have something to discuss with Amur, she would have invited Warren upstairs. However, their conversation could not be heard by Warren, so Luca could not invite him to dinner.

"Okay, Ms. Craw." Warren nodded and got out of the car.

He watched Luca from the car. He left only after she walked into the apartment building with the two bags.

Warren did not drive the car off. On the way to Luca's apartment, he noticed that there were several restaurants nearby. He was happy to have dinner in one of those places.

Luca walked into the elevator with the bags and happened to see Mrs. Selley, the neighbor across her place.

"Are you Ms. Craw?" Mrs. Selley looked her up and down several times before she asked to confirm.

"Yes." Luca looked at the woman who was talking and recognized that she lived across from her. "Hello."

"Long time no see. Are you moving back?" Mrs. Selley asked.

"No, my brother is back and I'm having dinner with him," Luca explained.

Mrs. Selley stroked her arm. She had met Amur. She could not help but sigh as she said, "Foreigners like yourself are too bold. A security guard died in that house and your brother dares to step in? It’s a jinxed house."

Luca remembered the security guard who lost his life tragically because of her.

"We don't believe in these," she said as the feeling of guilt grew stronger at the thought of the poor security guard who was just at the wrong place at the wrong time.

"This is A City. We have an old saying here. It’s better to believe something’s real than to believe it’s nonexistent. Your place has been vacant, but I sometimes hear noises inside when I stand in the corridor. You should move out as soon as you can!" Mrs. Selley said. She got goosebumps on her arm when she thought of Luca’s scary house.

After she heard what Mrs. Selley mentioned, the other lady in the elevator said, "Yeah, I feel terrible every time I take the elevator past your floor. The elevator sometimes opens and there would be a weird breeze. It's horrifying! I would’ve moved out long ago if I had the money."

"Isn't it? Speaking of which, our family is also unlucky. If this incident hadn't happened, we could have sold the house for a little more and swapped it for a bigger house. Now that this has happened, my house no longer holds its value. I can't afford to move either. All I can do is wear a talisman to keep myself safe." Mrs. Selley said as she touched the talisman hanging in front of her chest.

Luca sighed to herself.

She sent a sum of money to the security guard's family but did not manage to visit his family as she got too busy. She wondered how they were doing.

Life should not be easy since they had lost their breadwinner...

Luca felt guilty and decided to visit them that weekend. novelbin

When the elevator reached their floor, Mrs. Selley saw that Luca did not seem to intend to get off the elevator, so she said, "Ms. Craw, we’re here."

Luca came to her senses, nodded, and stepped out of the elevator.

Mrs. Selley thought she was frightened by what she said just now, so she comforted her. "Ms. Craw, don't worry about what I said just now. Even if there were sounds, I only hear them early in the morning. You’ll be fine as long as you’re not around after midnight."

Twins In Her Womb: Sir President Please Be Gentle Chapter 2550-"I'll head home to cook now." Luca made an excuse, hurriedly unlocked the door, and walked into the apartment.

As she stared at the closed apartment door, Mrs. Selley shuddered and sighed as she said, "Youngsters today are so bold. They dare to live anywhere."

Mrs. Selley thought of the gust of wind that blew when the door closed just now and shuddered again. "That house is spine-chilling."

Luca walked into the apartment and found that the lights were on, indicating that Amur had returned.

"Amur?" she called out to him.

The apartment was empty, and her voice was the only thing that proved that someone was there. Luca was puzzled, so she picked up the phone and called him.

Amur answered as soon as the call was connected.

"Amur, why aren't you in the apartment?" Luca asked.

"I'm doing some shopping," Amur replied.

Luca could hear that the background on his end was a bit noisy. He seemed to be on the street, so she said, "Okay, I'll start cooking now. Come after you're done shopping."

"Mm," Amur replied.

After Luca hung up the call, she walked into the kitchen with the bags to prepare dinner.

The apartment, which had been unoccupied for several months, had been cleaned by Amur. The kitchen was spotless. It seemed that Amur had cleaned everything to prepare for her arrival.novelbin

Luca opened the bag, took out the ingredients, and got busy.

As she was halfway through preparing dinner, Amur returned to the apartment and heard some sounds from the kitchen. A faint smile appeared on his chilly face.

He liked days like this when he could see her or hear the noises that she made as soon as he opened the door.

Days like this felt like how life should be and gave him hope.

Amur thought of the gloom on the Island of Despair and sighed. Sure enough, no one wanted to live their whole lives underground.

However, they had no choice but to accept it considering the environment that they were in.

After he had experienced such a life full of fireworks, he would dream back to those times when he was on the Island of Despair.

"Amur, are you back?" Luca asked from the kitchen. She seemed to have heard the door open, but she asked since she did not hear Amur's voice.

"It's me," Amur replied.

"Mm, go wash your hands. Dinner is ready," Luca said as she placed the burgers that she cooked on a plate.

Amur had a large appetite, so she packed a full plate for him.

After that, she took some roasted fish out of the oven.

She prepared several dishes for him on top of the burgers he requested.

Amur walked into the kitchen, and the aroma of the food stimulated his taste buds. "It smells delicious."

"They're all your favorite dishes! Will you help me carry them out?" Luca glanced at him. 'Sure enough, he lost weight again.'

Amur, who finally gained some weight in A City, lost weight after he returned to the Island of Despair.

The food on the Island of Despair was not great, and he had to go through a lot of training every day. It made sense that he would lose weight.

Amur nodded and walked out carrying the dishes she prepared.

Luca filled two bowls of soup and walked to the dining room. "You lost weight. You should eat more for dinner."

"I have to train every day I'm on the Island of Despair, and the food they cook is extremely unpalatable," Amur said with disgust in his tone.

"Eat more." Luca handed him the utensils.

"Thank you." Amur was not shy and dug in right away. After he had several burgers, he slowly breathed a sigh of relief and said, "It feels good."

"Mm?" Luca looked at him with some confusion.

"I've been thinking about having your food for a few months now. When I took the first bite, I felt like I was dreaming. It wasn't until I took several bites that it felt real. It turns out that I wasn't dreaming." Amur let out a long sigh of relief.

Luca smiled and replied, "That's exaggerated. Try the other dishes."

Amur took a piece of roasted fish and put it in his mouth, then gave Luca a thumbs up. "It's delicious."

"Eat slowly. We're not in a hurry." Seeing the speed at which he chewed, Luca wondered if Abel had put him in some refugee area in the last few months, one where he could not eat nor live well.

"You're not planning to have me finish everything, right?" Amur raised his eyebrows when he saw her stop eating.

Luca smiled and picked up her utensils to eat some burgers.

When she saw how Amur ate, she swore to herself that she would develop the antidote so that he and Eler could eat whatever they want in the future and no longer have to survive in that kind of environment.

After dinner, Amur took the initiative to clean up the dishes.

Luca put her phone on the coffee table and walked out to the balcony to get some fresh air.

The weather had warmed up a bit, but the temperature at night was still low. She felt cold whenever the wind blew.

However, she wanted the cold wind to make her mind clearer.

After dinner, it was time to talk business.

For example, Amur mentioned that the target of his mission was someone she was familiar with. 'Who is this familiar person?'

After Amur washed the dishes, he walked out to the balcony and the cold wind blew in his face. He sighed and said, "The cold wind is more comfortable than a warm breeze."

“At least it clears your head," Luca said as she looked at him. "Do you have your phone and the other items safe?"

"Yeah." Amur nodded. He knew what Luca wanted to talk about.

"My target is Pierre Mallory," he said.

Luca was a little surprised. She had thought that it could be several others. For example, Gale or Rain...

After all, they had betrayed the Island of Despair. It was normal for Abel to abolish Luke's left and righthand men as revenge.

It also could be Percy. After all, he had a part in destroying the Island of Despair.

She never expected it to be Pierre.

"How could it be him?" Luca asked in surprise.

"It's him," Amur said. "He was warned once or twice but continued to challenge Abel."

His ungratefulness had completely angered Abel and turned him into the target of Amur's mission.

"Wasn't he working with Abel before?" Luca knew that Abel would not usually assassinate his clients.

Being credible was important in his industry. He would complete the task, collect his money, and the transaction was done. He would no longer care about the other party.

If the other party's nemesis placed an order to have him hurt, he would build on their previous relationship and turn down the order. He would even drop a gentle reminder to the other party and be paid an intelligence fee.

As such, the Island of Despair was having more and more orders in recent years, leading to the growth in its power.

"Pierre only has himself to blame. He keeps challenging the boss' patience," Amur said. He was told the reason why when they announced that Pierre was the mission target.

As such, Amur knew everything.

Luca stayed silent, waiting for Amur to continue talking.

"The proposal he bought previously was a backup copy set up as a trap by Luke. The plan didn't work and he seems to think Abel played him. He's been asking for the money back," Amur said.