Chapter 1385

'No, I'm not afraid,' Stella silently reassured herself. She was surprised to encounter Lucas in such a situation. She wondered if he even remembered her, though it was unlikely. Stella was so nervous she could not utter a word, just cautiously observing him, secretly hoping he had not recognized her. He looked at her with a warm smile. "If you're feeling scared and regret coming, the door is right there, not far behind you. You're free to leave at any time." He was offering her an escape, a choice. That was what she initially thought. But she later realized he had no intention of letting her leave that day. Lucas, when he set his sights on someone, knew exactly how to get them. She glanced at the firmly shut door. She could leave, but she chose not to. Walking away meant losing a chance forever, not just for the money she sought but also to see him again. As she hesitated, Lucas spoke again, "If you want to achieve your desires, you know what you need to do." She knew exactly. S