too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 128

"Cole, is the Morgan family part of some gang?" Kieran's voice was low, and it was impossible to tell his emotions.

Cole knew Kieran wasn't angry, but he still felt nervous. "Of course not."

"Why are you talking about sending someone to teach Zara a lesson then?"

He remained silent. Kieran switched the phone to speaker mode and casually placed it on the side.

"Take the evidence and report it directly to the police. Make sure to stake out the place and capture footage when they're taken away."

Cole understood the procedure and responded affirmatively.

Kieran hung up, opened the bottom drawer, and pulled out the last photo. In the photo, a young woman stood in her school uniform under the old peach tree in the Morgan residence.

The peach blossoms were in full bloom, but they couldn't compare to the woman's bright eyes and radiant smile. She was even more delicate and lovely than the flowers. Lila at 18 had no makeup on, her high ponytail was slowly swaying, yet she was more beautiful than anyone.

His gaze lingered on her face, and his eyes softened with a hint of a smile. He stared for a long time before slowly sliding the photo back to the bottom of the drawer.

It was tucked away, just like how she resided in the deepest corners of his heart.

The next day, Zara was woken up by the sound of knocking. Irritated and angry, she opened the door, ready to yell, but she swallowed her words when she saw who it was.

"Ms. Hayes, we are from the Northridge Police Station. We have evidence that suggests you were involved in malicious slandering. Please come with us for questioning."

She froze. "Are you sure you have the right person? How could I be slandering anyone?"

The police reiterated that they had evidence and asked her to cooperate.

She immediately became displeased. "Don't touch me! Do you know who I am? I'm a celebrity! You can't just arrest me!