too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 60

Leonard sat nearby, his expression dark. Zara's intentional actions to harm others were evident in the surveillance footage.

Dorian carried Zara to the lounge and took out a first aid kit, carefully treating her wounds.

His tone carried a hint of concern as he asked, "Does it hurt a lot?"

Zara bit her lip tightly, her eyes glistening. "It hurts, but this little injury is nothing compared to Lila."

Dorian felt a deep pang of sympathy for her kind and pitiful demeanor.

She touched the bandage on Dorian's arm, filled with guilt. "Dorian, don't worry about me. Go check on Lila first."

He paused briefly with the cotton swab in his hand, his gaze drifting to his arm.

When Lila arrived today, it was all about that newcomer pointing at Zara and questioning her. Not once did she ask about his injuries.

His grip tightened on the cotton swab, nearly breaking the little stick.

"You're just too kind. Lila is tough. She'll be fine."

He didn't think about how high the stairs were. Even Teddy had broken his leg after falling.

A flash of pride crossed Zara's eyes as she asked, "But she's unconscious. How could she be fine?"

She had thought that Dorian might hesitate a bit, but instead, he only scoffed. "Maybe she's just pretending."

Zara felt completely at ease this time, but she couldn't fully agree with his words. "Dorian, she got hurt because of me. I feel guilty, so I still want to check on her."

"Do you have the nerve to go see her?" The door to the lounge was flung open abruptly.

Both of them jumped in surprise and looked up.

Dorian frowned. "Mrs. Foster?"

Camille Gallagher wore a black dress, her hair pulled up low with an emerald hairpin. Despite her graying hair and advanced age, her presence was still imposing.

Her demeanor was elegant, and her steps were steady, but she didn't look as amiable as usual, with her brows knitted together.

She approached Dorian and slapped him across the face without hesitation. "Dorian, I was so wrong about you back then!"