too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 187

Lila snapped out of her thoughts and shook her head. "It's nothing, I just remembered something urgent—I have a flight tomorrow afternoon, and I haven't told Grandma or Aunt Nicole yet."

She glanced at Kieran and added casually, "If they ask about me while I'm gone, could you let them know? I'll come back to spend time with them as soon as I finish my work."

Her tone was calm and unbothered, and she even let out a yawn. "I'm so tired. I'm heading to bed now. You should rest early too, Uncle Kieran. Goodnight!"

Without waiting for a response, she stood up and headed to her room.

Kieran looked out at the sky, which wasn't yet fully dark. He sighed softly at the knowledge she was hiding something.

Shaking his head with a hint of helplessness, he decided to let her sort it out. If things spiraled out of control, he could step in then.

The next morning, Cedric, still uneasy about Lila working with Michael for the first time, arranged for them to meet at the office before their departure.

Lila first stopped by to brief Ethan on the tasks she was leaving behind. Jamie and Teddy happened to be there as well.

When Lila finished explaining, Teddy's eyes widened in disbelief. "Wait, hold up. This huge movie star is stealing our agent?"

Jamie blinked, her soft-spoken nature keeping her quiet, though her gaze dropped to the floor, clearly agreeing with Teddy's sentiment.

Lila chuckled, shaking her head. "He already has an agent. This is just a temporary fill-in since his agent is tied up. Film sets are chaotic, and it's easier for the actors if someone else handles the small stuff. Plus, I said yes because there will be a lot of international stars there. Michael has some overseas connections, and he can introduce me to people who might help you two break into the global market."

Hearing this, Teddy finally relaxed and sighed in relief. "I thought we were going to lose you right after joining the new company. That was close."

Jamie nodded, silently echoing his sentiment.

The two exchanged a glance and silently agreed. They had to get famous fast to solidify their claim on Lila as their agent.

After wrapping things up, Lila headed to Michael's office for their scheduled meeting.

She knocked on the door but got no response.