Chapter 242

Lucius and Mira rarely crossed paths. Even with it came to reporting work, it was usually Keane who liaised with her. Although using Kate's illness as an excuse to call Lucius was inappropriate, she'd done it anyway. Now, she could barely hide her adoration after seeing the man she dreamed of day and night. She had no eyes for anyone else whenever Lucius was present. Valerie, who walked side by side with Lucius, was completely overlooked by Mira. Lucius only gave Mira a brief nod before slipping an arm around Valerie's waist and leading her straight into Kate's room. Getting overlooked was what made Mira realize that, aside from Edwin, Silas, and the accompanying bodyguards, there was another beautiful woman beside Lucius. Although Mira had just caught a brief glimpse, Valerie's stunning looks were seared into her mind. All that hopefulness instantly sank. Who was Valerie? Why was she walking beside Lucius? And why did his hand rest so naturally on her waist? Suddenly, a memor