Chapter 1499

"Sir! Sophia left!" Edmund finally reported to Lucas. Through the peephole, he saw the door opposite them open as a nearly-dressed Sophia carried her handbag and left the room. It was slightly earlier than the appointed time, so he narrowed his eyes and said, "I'll go talk with that good-for-nothing a-hole. Tell someone to stand guard outside, and let me know if she returns unexpectedly." Edmund nodded in acknowledgment. "Yes, sir." Lucas opened the door and made sure Sophia was no longer in the corridor. He then swiftly moved forward and knocked on the door across from him. After approximately a minute, the suite's door opened. Just like the previous day, Lucas had to lower his gaze to see Zachary seated in a wheelchair. Zachary looked up at him, and his calm gaze seemed unsurprised at Lucas's early visit. "You're here." Lucas immediately sought confirmation, "That woman won't be returning anytime soon, right?" Zachary nodded. "Come on in." Lucas entered the suite upon Zacha