"You know I’m using you, don’t you?"
"Yes, but I’m willing. I’m willing to be a pawn in your hands," Ricard said, his voice softer than ever.For four years, Lucia had only one thing on her mind: revenge. She loved the man in front of her, but so what? That love meant nothing compared to the deep-seated hatred in her heart. 
Her father’s death, her mother’s insanity, and her family’s hospital being taken over — how could she let go of such a grudge?It was she who seduced him, approached him with all kinds of schemes to make him love her, all because he was the fiancé of the person who caused her family’s misfortune. And he, he loved her so much that he would do anything for her. His strength, intelligence, and resolve seemed to vanish completely before her.Perhaps the only thing he was lucky for in this life was being of value to her.

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　　Ricard abruptly stopped the car, his gaze darkening as he looked straight at Emma. She could feel the quiet tension between them, a silence that stretched into eternity before Ricard spoke. His voice was low but sharp:


　　"Are you playing games with me, Emma?"


　　His question cut through the calm atmosphere in the car like a sharp blade, startling Emma. She forced a smile, but it didn't reach her eyes, which remained devoid of warmth.


　　Ricard didn't let the moment linger. He continued, his voice colder than ever, "If you lie to me again, I'll kick you out of this car immediately and leave you in the most deserted part of this city. Don't think I won't."


　　His threat, though severe, brought Emma an entirely different feeling. Was she afraid of him? Of course not.


　　"Alright, I'm getting tired anyway; I won't tease you anymore."


CHAPTER 17 Contradictory emotions