Too late for a second chance (Lila and Dorian)

Amelia's tone was casual, almost dismissive. "He was too innocent. He's never even been in a relationship before. I just couldn't bring myself to ruin him."

Lila thought for a moment. "That night, when you took him back to your room- Vince saw you."

She noticed Amelia's gaze flickered for just a fraction of a second before she shrugged it off. "So what if he did? It's not like I'm his sister. He doesn't get a say in what I do. Besides, I'm single. What's wrong with seeing other men?"

Hearing her put up such a front, Lila reached over and pinched her arm lightly. "But I saw that guy leaving your room."

Amelia didn't falter. "I already told you-he was too young. I didn't have the heart to take advantage of him."

Lila let out a quiet sigh. Amelia was being stubborn. It was obvious from the way her eyes betrayed her thoughts. "Ame, what are you afraid of? Do you really not like Vince?"

Amelia glanced at her before looking away. "I don't like him, that's why I'm not marrying him." Then, she waved it off. "Ugh, let's not talk about this. Tell me, now that you've got some time off, what are you going to do? Should we take a spontaneous trip to the beach? Or maybe the snow-capped mountains? Definitely not the desert-too much sand, I'd hate it."

Lila chuckled and stroked her head. "How about we all go hiking once Kieran finishes his work?"

Amelia was back to her cheerful self. "Hiking? Wouldn't it be better to go a little later?"

"Why?"

should go when the mountain peach

then. I only have a 20-day break.

the bone. Why don't you quit and join Citrus Media instead? As the boss, I'll

She's young and ambitious, so I want to help her while

they still went with Michael. It's not a bad choice, though.

"The Xaviers really raised a golden

argue with that. She got up, got ready, grabbed a quick bite,

went to a

As the waiter led them inside, Amelia said, "This place has good food. Are you craving anything?" When Lila didn't respond, Amelia followed he gaze and

this table work?" the waiter asked, pointing to a

across the restaurant. "Can you ask them if they'd mind sharing

second. There was an open table right

no need to ask-we're