Chapter 108

Chapter 108

Maryanne was furious, though much of her anger stemmed from concern. "How could you go back to him?" "I... I would have money and power. What's so bad about coming back?

Lily had used this reason to convince herself. Now, she hoped it would be enough to calm Maryanne down. wwhat

about your freedom? Didn't Xavier force you to quit your job?"

Maryanne didn't know that Lily was still working, so Lily reassured her repeatedly, "No. Really, I'm free now."

"I don't believe it," Maryanne snapped. "Unless you come to Bayview Gardens tonight for dinner. We need to talk about this in person!"

It was hard to explain something like this over the phone. So, Lily hesitated for a moment before agreeing

"Alright. See you tonight."

date, Maryanne hung up. Lily had never arranged a dinner with her for over two years because Lily had to prepare

out tonight, Maryanne would believe she

blue sky, white clouds, and Lily's complex gaze. She sighed

just called. I didn't

to see he had

okay. She's right to be upset.

have you been these past few

by the long bench. His eyes were gentle, and his lips red. His features bathed in the morning sunlight, making him seem soft, yet carefree. Facing the sunlight, Lily raised her hand to shield her eyes, squinting

moment

her voice soft.

said just as his

couldn't help but laugh. "Maryanne asked me to come to your place tonight

instinctively replied, "No need. I can

moved to the side, blocking the sunlight

not." Lily lowered her hand from

explain when he interrupted her. "I'll take

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