Too late for a second chance (Lila and Dorian)

"Apologies, Ms. Hart. Andy was spoiled growing up. He's still young, and if he said anything offensive just now, I hope you can overlook it." Harrison's tone was polite enough.

But Lila didn't miss the subtle look in his eyes.

Even after Faith had made it clear she was Kieran's wife, Harrison still addressed her as Ms. Hart.

His disdain for her was no less than Stefan's, perhaps even worse.

After all, the Moore family strictly followed the rules of lineage and hierarchy.

The only people they considered worthy of speaking to as equals were those with real power and status.

Faith took a steady breath as if gathering her courage, before speaking. "Uncle Harrison, Andy might be the youngest at home, but out in the world, he's a grown

man.

"In fact, he's even a few months older than Mrs. Morgan. Asking her to tolerate his behavior because he's 'still young', do you think that's appropriate?"

Harrison's polite smile faded slightly. He gave Faith a long, measuring look before turning back to Lila.

"You're right. I've been treating him like a child for too long. Good thing Faith reminded me, otherwise, I would've made a fool of myself. How about this? I'll take this kid to the hospital first.

"Once the event is over, I'd like to treat Ms. Hart to dinner. And if that's still not enough, feel free to name any other request."

surrounding guests exchanged glances, each with their own

could either escalate or be smoothed over, depending on

his offer and asked for any form of compensation, she'd be admitting she was

signaling her to let

shake of the head, a silent warning not

down, Lila's lips curved into

coordinator stiffened. If Lila ended up losing face here, on Morgan

smiled, but there was mockery hidden beneath

expected from someone with no real background. Just another small-time woman who can't resist a

to settle before Lila

for his disrespect

three Moore

frown deepened. "What do you

take that apology seriously? Did she dare to

sister. She did nothing wrong, yet she was blamed at every turn. Is that what

is our family business! Who the hell do you think you are to interfere?" Andy snapped, his blood-smeared face twisted with rage, making him look even

with surprise. She hadn't expected

head and met

With or without someone speaking up for her, she already knew how this would

Moore family, she was always the

was a time she used to look down on Lila. It was almost