Chapter 372

Jessica rolled her eyes and walked away, leaving Linda fuming in silence. The older woman’s glare followed Jessica until she disappeared down the hallway. Taking a deep breath to suppress her irritation, Linda composed herself before making her way to the dining room, where Lucas and Hannah sat.

“Oh, Lucas, my beloved son,” Linda cooed, her voice dripping with affection as she wrapped her arms around him and kissed his cheek.

Lucas smiled faintly. “Where have you been?” he asked, studying her with mild curiosity.

“Busy with some things,” Linda replied vaguely, before turning her sharp gaze to Hannah. The younger woman, however, didn’t acknowledge her presence. Instead, she kept her focus on her meal, as if Linda was nothing more than a ghost in the room.

Linda’s eyes narrowed. “Mom, are you okay?” Lucas asked, noticing her sudden shift in demeanor.

Linda quickly composed herself, flashing him a tight smile. “I’m fine,” she assured him. “I just saw a fam