Chapter 145. Painful Honesty

Emma fell silent, observing Lucas's face. No lies were detected.

"If you really love Alice, shouldn't you understand her condition? She needs rest. The doctor said she was overwhelmed because she received too much information. If you talk to her now, you'll end up adding new data. Her head could hurt again."

Lucas laughed cynically. He shook his head, refusing to believe it. Then, suddenly, he grabbed the window bars as if to break them. "I told you, I won't hurt Alice. I won't repeat yesterday's mistakes. So please, open the door now."

Emma folded her arms across her chest, shaking her head firmly. "No. It's useless for you to beg. I won't open the door. Come back when Alice's condition improves."

Lucas turned around, pacing back and forth, clutching his head and growling. Not wanting to give up, he started banging harder on the d