Chapter 45 Lucian Was Jealous (2/2)

”Thank God, I called the right number.” On the other end of th

call, she took a deep breath.

”Where are you?” Lucian was straightforward much to Amelia's anxiousness.

Suddenly, she recalled how Jonny had asked her to keep their relationship a secret from Lucian. She had no choice but to lie.

”I... Courtney's milk tea shop was swamped so I dropped by to help her.” She couldn't find a better excuse than this.

After a long silence, Lucian asked, ”Are you feeling better?” Despite sounding a bit angry, his tone still sounded more concerned than anything.

Amelia nervously answered, ”I'm fine!”

”That's good. I'll pick you up later.” His tone was still cold.

”No, thanks.” Amelia had no idea when Jonny's speech was going to start or end so she had to lie some more. ”A classmate of mine is having a birthday celebration. I'm planning to attend so I might be late...”

”When is it?” Lucian's voice was deep and emotionless.

Amelia clenched her fists in nervousness. ”Before ten, is that okay?”

This softened Lucian's heart so he agreed, ”Okay, I happen to have an event tonight. When it's over, you can call me and I'll pick you up.”

”Okay.” She didn't have the courage to refuse him. Otherwise, Lucian might figure out she was lying.

After hanging up the phone, Amelia was relieved. She didn't feel as guilty anymore because Lucian was going to be out tonight anyway. At least, he didn't have to stay at home alone.

As soon as she thought of this, she found it strange that she was even worrying about Lucian being home alone.