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"Mr. Marcos, it's okay." Luca smiled and shook her head.
"Well, Mr. Crawford, there's something else I need to tell you," Marcos glanced around.
Since it was getting late, there were very few people walking around the hospital. They
had not seen anyone nearby.
Luke slightly nodded, waiting for him to say something.
"My uncle, he's thinking about escaping from prison." Marcos said that in front of Luca
because he knew she would not betray Luke and him.
Luca frowned when she heard that. Matysh just would not give up.
However, escaping from prison in A City was not something easy.
Luke let out a chuckle, something seldom seen. Matysh wanted to escape from prison.
Breaking out of prison was a serious crime in A City.
"It seems like he thinks the sentences handed down for his two crimes aren't long
enough."
The implication was that Matysh was begging for trouble, determined to add a third
charge to his record.
Marcos gave a faint smile, witnessing Luke's sense of humor for the first time. Even
though it was far from a lighthearted jest, the eerie tone in his voice clearly indicated that
Matysh was getting into trouble.
Marcos continued, "As far as I know, Ethan will be the one arranging the escape plan. And
there's a high chance that they're planning to stage a prison break when they're on their
way to the courthouse."
"This is an important piece of information. Thank you," Luke responded with gratitude this
time.
The police officers in A City had always been meticulous in their work. Matysh might not
be able to escape even if he managed to find someone to confront them.
However, the people Ethan would recruit were definitely not average bodyguards.
Therefore, making preparations in advance and doing last-minute preparations were two
different matters.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtMarcos checked the time and said, "It's getting late. I have to head to a nightclub later. Mr.
Crawford, Ms. Craw, I'll take my leave."
"Goodbye." Luca waved at him. Then, she returned to the car with Luke.
After fastening her seatbelt, she thought about how Sarah had suffered for so many years
before eventually reuniting with Marcos. She could not help but feel deeply moved by it.
When would she be able to reunite with her loved one and children, just like Sarah?
"What's on your mind?" Luke heard her soft sigh and asked after he started the car
engine.
"Ms. Poplar has been through a lot, but fortunately, she persevered through the hardships.
She finally has her happy ending." Luca smiled as she gazed at the receding scenery along
the road.
The weather in A City was getting warmer. The plants filled the air with vitality.
The vegetation strip by the roadside had also grown lush. The streetlights cast a gentle
glow on the plants, illuminating the entire stretch of road.
The night felt tranquil and mysterious. Luke drove a bit slower than usual. "The key lies
ahead. Marcos must make the most of this opportunity to secure everything he needs.
Otherwise, neither he nor his mother can truly reunite."
It left a deeply resonating impression on Luca.
While others could easily reunite with their family, it felt like an extravagant wish for them.
It was not just Marcos but also her.
Luca unconsciously intertwined her fingers when she thought about her situation.
Even though the antidote had been developed, she still had to go to the A City's base to
take it.
If she did not take it regularly, she would arouse suspicion. Tomorrow would be the last
day for her to take the antidote.
At the thought of the kids being sent back home by Zander tomorrow, Luca said, "I'll need
to head out tomorrow. I'll go out to get some groceries since the kids are coming back."
"I'll go with you," replied Luke, sensing the disappointment in her tone.
"It's okay. It's just a few things. I can manage on my own," said Luca as she shook her
head. If someone came along with her, it would not be conducive to her visit to the base
for the antidote.
Luke remained silent for a moment before agreeing. "Alright. Do you need Warren to drive
you there?"
"It's the weekend. Let him rest. I'll drive myself." Luca shook her head, knowing that
having Warren to follow her would make things difficult for her.
"Okay." Luke did not insist.
When Luca mentioned going out and not letting Luke accompany her, he could probably
guess what she was going to do.
Rain told him that the Island of Despair relied on poison to control everyone. Things could
go wrong if one did not take the antidote on schedule.
Therefore, Luca was most likely going to take the antidote at this time.
Luke did not insist on going with her.
The following day, Luca got up early. She prepared the soup that she was going to bring to
the hospital. After she instructed Aunt Neile to simmer it later, she made some simple
snacks for the kids. Then, after having breakfast with Luke, she drove the car and left.
After a while, Gale reported to Luke what had happened in the past few days.
Gale asked curiously when he did not see Luca around, "Boss, where's Dr. Craw?"
"She went out," answered Luke. While reading the documents Gale handed to him, he
frowned and asked, "What's Karen up to?"
"I think you should ask the mother and son what they're up to." Gale grinned
mischievously, revealing a row of teeth shining brilliantly white.
"Are they thinking of getting rid of Luca?" Luke looked at the information. Karen had hired
a private detective to tail Luca. They had taken quite a few photos of her. Karen contacted
Myra and Margaret as well.
"Seems like it, but Karen doesn't dare to act without caution because of Pierre's matter.
It's unlikely that she'll pose a threat to Dr. Craw's life. But you know when women start
causing trouble, they can be completely unreasonable. I'm worried Dr. Craw might end up
at a disadvantage without knowing it," explained Gale. That was also why he wanted to
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmfind Luca.
He could at least remind her to stay alert.
Luke closed the file. The depths of his eyes were dark. "Karen is targeting Luca? Keep an
eye on her. Don't miss a single move."
"Alright. Should we inform Dr. Craw?" Gale sought his opinion. After all, it was Luke's
decision whether or not to let her know about this.
"There's no need to tell her for now," replied Luke. He had a vague sense that Karen might
stir up trouble and there was a chance it could work to his advantage.
Luke planned to continue observing and not do anything for the time being.
"Got it." Gale nodded.
On the other hand, Luca left the villa and came to the base located in the suburban area.
After she took the antidote and underwent an examination, she drove back to the city.
When she was reminded about how unhappy the kids were at Crawford Manor, she
stopped by a toy store and bought some educational toys for them.
These toys would not only keep the kids occupied but also strengthen their bond.
Then, Luca picked some children's books suitable for their age as well.
Even though Lanie and Rainie were currently in elementary school, the books they read
were completely different. Luca started by picking out some advanced extracurricular
books that kids in higher grades would read for Lanie. As for Rainie, she chose the kind of
storybooks that most girls would enjoy.
Lastly, she picked out Tommy's books.
She had had the kids by her side since they were little. Even though she was away for
three years, all this while had been sufficient to reintroduce her to her kids' preferences.
After quickly making her selection, she proceeded to check out.
Luca bought quite a few items. The store assistant kindly helped her carry them to the
door. After placing everything on the back seat, Luca thanked the store assistant and then
drove away.
The store assistant headed back to the store and could not help but sigh. "That woman
looks young, yet she's already a mother of three. It's true, though. Beautiful women seem
to marry quickly and marry well."
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