Chapter 50 Lukas lazily lifted his eyes , his demeanor composed as ever . Let them walt in the reception room . Go and call Reese . Elena was a member of the Schmidt family . Lukas , wanting to maintain good relations with Elias , decided to handle the situation himself . Martins nodded and left to fetch Reese while Lukas settled back at his desk . He casually popped a mint candy into his mouth before finally making his way to the reception room . As Lukas stepped inside , upon entering , Lukas immediately noticed Gerald flailing about before kneeling on the ground . The aftermath of last nights altercation with Lukas was evident from the welts scattered across his body , causing him to wince in pain each time he moved . Lukas maintained his stoic expression as he walked over and seated himself on the sofa . Elenas eyes lit up with admiration as she gazed at Lukas . She had heard rumors of Emily going abroad . and saw an opportunity with Lukas , now seemingly single . With a smile , she spoke , Lukas , I heard that Gerald upset you last night . Thats why I brought him here today to make amends . You speak of making amends , but where are the actual amends ? Lukas raised an eyebrow indifferently . Elenas smile faltered for a moment . The apology was merely a pretext . She hadnt anticipated Lukas taking it seriously . The jewelry industry in Switzerland is flourishing . Gerald Hughes was her cousin . The Hughes family also ran a successful jewelry business . Unfortunately , Gerald , the fool , had carelessly offended Lukas last night . As a result , several crucial business deals for the Hughes family fell through this morning . Panicking , they rushed to seek Elenas help . She decided to bring Gerald , who was in the hospital , to Strakovski Jewelrys headquarters to apologize to Lukas in person . Luckily , Elena was no ordinary person . She was a bit embarrassed for a few seconds but quickly regained her composure . If you want to see him apologize , I can make him do it right now . Lukas glanced at Elena . But youre apologizing to the wrong person . The one he offended is not A Perfect Lie Hides Behind My Billionair 9.5 % . Chapter 50 mel Taken aback for a moment , she soon recovered and similed . I know , I heard that he offended the new designer of your company , Reese . Shes the one making a buzz online , right ? Lukas couldnt help but feel a twinge of annoyance at her description of Reese . He let out a light snort but remained silent . Although Mr Strakovski said that , you should still apologize to him first . After all , Miss Roberts is an important employee of Mr Strakovskis company ! Elena gently tugged at Geralds sleeve , urging him to apologize to Lukas first . Gerald finally seemed to grasp the seriousness of the situation . He hurriedly bent over , knocking his head repeatedly on the cold marble floor . Mr Strakovski , I have been blind and failed to recognize your greatness . You are a person of great magnanimity , so please forgive me this time . I truly know my mistake ! As he heard the words , Lukas narrowed his eyes slightly . You know , its been a long time since I personally hit someone . Gerald looked puzzled by the statement , his eyes filled with bewilderment . I was so disgusted that even the bodyguards wished to swap places with me sooner . Lukass lips curled into a cold smile . Geralds already pale face to drain off any remaining color . Since the moment he discovered the identity of his assailant , fear had gnawed at Gerald relentlessly . Within a mere day , several vital business deals orchestrated by his family had crumbled into ruins . He knew he had recklessly offended someone he shouldnt have dared to cross paths with . Elena observed Geralds distressed appearance , her expression changing as she turned to Lukas . Lukas , please forgive him this time . My cousin didnt know the situation ! With her eyes fixed on Lukass changing expressions , Elena continued , I heard it was the Roberts familys idea . They said that Gerald would marry Reese eventually , so being together beforehand wouldnt matter . My cousin was confused at that moment and didnt know that Miss Roberts was unwilling , which led to… Lukas sarcasticly looked up at her . Is that so ? Not inquiring about the womans opinion turns it from a matter of willingness to forceful actions . Moreover , even if they werent married , such forceful actions are still illegal ! Elena awkwardly laughed , unsure of what to say . Seeing Lukas casually sitting there and flipping through her phone as if nothing had happened , she couldnt help but speak up . Lukas , could it be that youve developed feelings for Reese ? 11:24 A Perfect Lie Hides Behind My Billionair Upon hem ing this goration for the second time today , Lukes expreso wirly unged . This was th expressly od time he heard this buday She cast a rot glance at Elena and retorted , Regardless of whether like her or not , who are you to ask ? Elena was taken aback , her expression stening and the smile on her face faltering At that moment , Martins knocked on the door and entered with s Elena In cathed a sigh of relief , but upon seeing Reeses exquisite and stunning fare , a fleeting hint of Jealousy flashed in her eyes , Lubiss tone was indifferent , neither happy nor angry . The main character has arrived . Whether you want to apologize or seek revenge , its up to you . Hearing this , Gerald immediately knelt and crawled towards Reese , bowing his head vigorously . Miss Roberts , I was wrong . Im not worthy to be called a human . Im worse than a beast . Please spare me . I really didnt mean to do that last night . It was because of your fathers orders that I dared to act that way . Please forgive me , all right ? 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