Chapter 266

Lily did not return to the classroom with Anya. Instead, she went to the principal’s office.

In the office, Joseph was leaning back against his chair. His expression was grave as he rubbed his temple.

The knocks on the door pulled him out of his thoughts. He straightened up and schooled his expression into neutrality. “Come in.”

Lily pushed the door open and walked into the office, Joseph stiffened at the sight of her before he frowned, “What are you doing back in school? Shouldn’t you rest for a few more days?”

He rose to pour her a glass of water, assessing her as he did. She seemed to be in good spirits, save for the trace of exhaustion that lined her features. Joseph reckoned she had to be tired after attending the auction in Bridgeport and taking care of her grandmother’s postmortem matters.

Lily took a sip of the warm water. “I’ve got to hit the books now that the SATS are just around the corner.”

The comer of Joseph’s mouth twitched. He was amused that she, of all people, needed to “hit the books“.

“So, to what pleasure do I owe this visit?” Joseph knew Lily wouldn’t look for him unless she needed something

your attention,” Lily began.

“Oh, I’ve heard

what do you plan to do about it?” Lily pressed, her calm voice not entirely

been to Bridgeport. You should know that my family

lowered her head. A beat later, she looked up. “I’ve decided to accept the proposition you

He bolted to his feet and

Lily stood up. “But the procedure will have to wait until

course!” Joseph grinned from ear to ear, happy that Lily had considered and accepted his proposition to step

was done, Lily would be

leave. As she did so, she glanced at Joseph and said impassively, “Mr. Woodley, I suggest you go to Bridgeport one of these days and tell your family to lie low

something about to happen in

“It’s just a guess.”

on Joseph’s face after Lily

nap. Instead,

these questions countless times, but she figured she was better off going through

moment later, John suddenly opened the door and entered the classroom.

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