too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 282

Why was Shannon fixated on Kieran?

She almost laughed aloud at those words.

She had been infatuated with Kieran since her teenage years and had set him as her goal for the past decade.

Over the years, she managed to get in front of him step by step, and now, suddenly, he was going to marry an unknown woman.

How could she accept that?

If this woman had some merit, perhaps she could understand, but his bride was a girl from the entertainment industry with no notable background.

Shannon could never stomach this bitter truth.

Michael was startled by her cold and dark gaze.

"Shannon—" He wanted to say something, but his words trailed off. "There's no need to ruin yourself for a man" was what he initially thought of saying.

However, just as he began, his words were interrupted.

"Michael, you're loyal to a fault, and I won't stop you from treating Lila as a friend either. But I have my principles in what I do.

"If I want something, there's no reason why I can't have it."

Michael wanted to say something but was unable to find the right words.

Shannon didn't want to hear anymore as she turned and left.

He stood there for a moment, then looked up at the second floor again.

The curtains fluttered slightly, and he couldn't tell if it was the wind or someone inside.

…

Kieran glanced at the girl who had already fallen asleep.

Her face was scrunched in a frown, and he wondered if she was having a bad dream.

Lila had indeed been very tired recently. She lay on the bed and fell asleep within minutes, unaware of when Kieran had left.

It was rare for her to dream.

Not to mention, this project wasn't something she had to secure, so why did she need to feign pity in front of Kieran?

Seeing that she didn't respond, Dorian grew even more displeased. "Lila, I must have this project!"

…

In reality, Dorian forcibly took her to Kieran. He handed her a glass of wine, signaling her to join him in toasting.

Kieran's gaze fell on her, and Lila felt miserable while drinking the wine.

She clearly remembered that was the only glass of wine he had all night, and it was because of her toast.

On the way back, Dorian was unusually excited. "Lila, Mr. Morgan really did me a solid by drinking the only glass of wine at the banquet. We're definitely going to do better from now on. Trust me."

His face was flushed from the alcohol, and he was in a good mood.

Yet, he didn't notice that Lila was silent after offering the toast.

In her dream, Lila reached out to offer a toast. Yet, the man sitting there lifted his hand, stopping her from drinking.