Her Heart Her Terms (Lily and Xavier)

Chapter 84

Chapter 84

Given the recent events, Lily had found the confidence to push his limits.

Only then did Xavier realize he shouldn't have gone out of his way to win her back; he should have let her come to him on her own. He didn't mind that she didn't realize it yet, but he was certain being with him was the best thing that could happen to her.

Still, he wouldn't accept her turning his life upside down. So, he was willing to do whatever it took to get things back to the way they were. "Lily, there will come a day when you'll be begging on your knees for me!" he muttered, finally releasing his grip on her chin. Lily winced, her eyes filling with tears from the pain.

She watched as his expression shifted from fury to a calm determination-it seemed as though he'd made up his mind about something Xavier turned around, picked up his cigarettes and lighter from the nightstand, and walked out.

Lily couldn't sleep that night-an uneasy feeling kept her awake.

As dawn neared, she finally dozed off. When she woke up again, it was nearly 9:00 am. She quickly got ready and rushed downstairs.

Every Sunday morning, Edith would retreat to the study to practice calligraphy. No one was allowed in to disturb her. The living room was empty, and Xavier's car was also nowhere to be

seen.

had agreed to meet with the Clarks at 10:00 am. Therefore, she hurriedly approached Edith's driver, Fabian Grant, to ask him for

Grant, could you take me to

this hour, she'd never make it on time if she took a cab; she had

"Mr. Fulton instructed me to keep the car here

narrowed. She instantly understood what Xavier had meant

and replied

a ride. Meanwhile, she also texted Sylvester to let him know that she'd likely

Clarks are more anxious than we are,"

he were to be arrested, his

arrived. Sylvester was already

they were also finding a way to contact me. My guess is that they're keen on a deal, but just remember to stay calm," Sylvester muttered. Lily responded softly, "Alright." When she stepped into the cafe, her gaze settled on an elderly couple, who appeared to

only met Bejamin's mother, Jasmine Garcia, once in court,

a harsh and unfriendly look. She'd put on quite a show in court by crying and shouting. But as soon as she'd won the case, her expression

up from her

just upset about what your brother did to his family... You and your brother have already taken Bianca from us. You can't take

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