Chapter46: Make A Stand 2

Velia could not sleep. Despite lying down for an hour and attempting to close her eyes, sleep eluded her. Why hasn't he come home by now? Did he go back to his own house? That possibility could be true, but it was strange that Lucas had not given any updates. Consequently, it wa not surprising that negative thoughts circled in her mind. Velia could not endure her restlessness. She got out of bed and grabbed her robe. She left the room and heard a familiar voice. “Luc?” Velia ran towards the door. She arrived just as Lucas was closing it. Lucas looked disheveled. He appeared tired and sweaty. “Oh, God. Luc!” Velia rushed forward and hugged Lucas. At that moment, a strange scent assaulted her senses, the smell of alcohol. “Ve.” Velia pulled away. She stared at Lucas with clouded eyes. Her fear had dissipated, but it did not mean that her anxiety had been appeased. “Y-you came home late. You didn't contact me. I thought something bad had happened to you.” Lucas looked at Velia expressionl