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

The next day, Lila returned to the city ahead of them.

Kieran told her to head back to Evergreen Heights first and said that he would

take her to get her makeup and change her clothes later.

While Kieran was showering, Lila played games in the living room.

When she heard the doorbell, she opened the door without much thought.

"Is Mr. Morgan here?" Shannon spoke first.

She was still dressed in a neat uniform, her hair cut to shoulder length, with a single pearl earring dangling from her ear.

Had it not been for their previous encounter, Lila would have complimented her on her appearance.

However, she didn't expect that someone who was highly educated and had worked her way up would resort to such petty competition between women.

Lila wasn't particularly fond of her, so she responded with a polite but cold tone, "He's in the shower. Do you need him for something?"

"Mm, it's about work," Shannon replied.

Lila didn't want to overthink it.

Shannon's disdain was too obvious. It was clear she was trying to subtly mock Lila, implying that they weren't in the same social circle.

Lila nodded. "Should I tell him?"

"No need." Shannon smiled faintly. "I'll just wait for him."

Lila stepped aside and gestured for her to come in.

Shannon sat in the living room, observing the house's decor. It wasn't the

minimalist black-and-white-gray style that Kieran preferred.noveldrama

Although the house was mainly white, many small details and decorations had warm tones.

She narrowed her eyes and glanced at Lila next to her.

Lila was still focused on playing her game.

How childish and boring.

How could someone like Kieran, a once-in-a-lifetime prodigy, possibly like a woman who indulges in such trivial distractions?

Only a woman like herself, diligent and capable, would be the best choice for him.

Lila was still stuck on the same level when Kieran came downstairs after his shower.

From her expression, it was clear

Lila was determined to win the

game, as if she wouldn't sleep el

passed the level.

He smiled in amusement, but the smile instantly disappeared when his eyes fell

on Shannon sitting beside Lila.

Shannon looked up and greeted Kieran with a bright smile, though her gaze lingered on the detached Lila.

Such bad manners.

Noticing the coolness in Kieran's expression, Shannon sneered inwardly, ready for him to reprimand Lila.

Kieran walked downstairs with damp hair, seemingly unbothered. His gaze landed on Shannon, which made her mood even better.

She was about to speak when Kieran asked coldly, "Who let you in?"

Shannon froze in place. She knew

that Kieran didn't let anyone enteret Lince casually, but h

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been living here?

Then why couldn't she come in?

Lila glanced at her and said calmly, "She said it's a work-related matter."

Although Shannon appeared composed, she was actually terrified of Kieran's

anger, especially with Lila still here.

She chimed in, "Yes, it's work-related."

But Kieran's expression didn't soften

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Shannon's chest tightened with frustration.

It was just Lila's birthday-no big deal. But Kieran acted like it was some huge event.

She took a deep breath and said, "Mr. Morgan..."

"Do you want me to repeat myself?" His voice was even colder this time.

"I didn't mean that, I just—"

But Kieran was no longer looking at her. His gaze had shifted to Lila's game.

He stood there, and Lila sat, his towering figure only more striking in this moment.