Jerome turned and said, "Come on in."
Lizetta watched his retreating back, pursed her lips, and reluctantly followed him inside.
"Have a seat," Jerome gestured towards the sofa in the sitting area.
Lizetta walked over and sat down, noticing Jerome moving to his desk to pick up the phone.
He instructed his secretary, "Bring in a glass of warm milk, please."
Lizetta was startled and quickly waved her hands, saying, "No need, I'm just here to say a few words."
She feared that once she spoke up, the milk might end up being thrown in her face.
"Didn't you just finish rehearsal? Have some to replenish your energy. I wouldn't want anyone accusing me of mistreating a pregnant woman."
Indeed, Lizetta had just finished rehearsal and hadn’t even had a chance to drink water.
Given Jerome's words, she didn’t protest further; instead, she thanked him, and waited for the secretary to bring in the milk.
Lizetta took the milk and practically downed it in one gulp.
Setting down the glass, she looked at Jerome, who was sitting opposite her with his legs crossed.
"Mr. Madden."
Meeting his gaze, Lizetta felt an added pressure and stumbled over her words.
"First time I’ve seen someone use milk to summon courage. Here, you've got some on your lip."
Jerome leaned forward, handing Lizetta a napkin and pointing to the corner of her mouth.
Feeling a bit embarrassed, Lizetta quickly took the napkin and wiped her mouth, before she crumpled it in her palm.
Comments
The readers' comments on the novel: Shattered Illusions Love Lies and Redemption (Lizetta and Remington)
Does evil really triumph always above the good in this novel ? How comes Stella's evilness has no end? Does the author believes that by giving justice and importance to bad people like Stella will make this novel interesring? I am starting to lose my patience and ask when will the writer finally will realize that the protagonist is Lizetta and not Stella....
Update pls thanks!...
This novel is too sad. When will Lizetta experience real happiness. Why is her life so miserable.. Author pls bring changes in the story....
Removed the 5 Chapters per day if you can't keep up to it....