Chapter 49. Comfort

Lucas had suppressed his ego. It was difficult, but he succeeded in letting go of Velia to accompany Harry, who was struggling on the operating table. He was generous of heart, and fate had something unexpected in store for him.

Lucas's eyes opened after a deep sleep of five hours. A light feeling washed over him, and he knew exactly why. It was Velia.

Lucas turned his head. Velia was in his embrace. She was fast asleep and had decided not to leave. She had decided to stay with Lucas.

The heat, bitterness, and tightness that once filled Lucas's chest disappeared without a trace. As soon as Velia returned, everything vanished. It was replaced with unimaginable happiness.

Lucas pulled Velia closer, wanting to immerse himself even more in their embrace. He closed the small distance between them to plant a gentle kiss on her head.

“Until now, you still don't realize who you truly love, Ve? Why do you have to be so stubborn in denying the truth? Aren't you t