Chapter 24

A deep sense of contentment and tranquility surrounded us as we lay in each other's arms. But just then, his phone rang, shattering the peaceful silence of the room. Lucian's expression tensed as he answered the call, listening silently to the person on the other end. I observed him closely, curiosity and concern gnawing at me. Who had called him? And why did he suddenly look so unsettled? Before I could ask, he abruptly rolled out of bed. "I'll be there soon," he said curtly before getting dressed. Sitting up, I pulled the blanket around me, covering my bare skin. "You are leaving?" I asked with confusion and worry. Lucian hesitated briefly before glancing at me. "Something urgent came up. I have to go." His serious tone only deepened my unease. "Where are you going? Is everything okay?" I blurted out. "Relax, there is nothing to worry about." Though his words were meant to reassure me, the tension in his posture told a different story. He wasn't being completely honest—I could feel i