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

After a moment, Faith nodded.

"But, Mr. Morgan, you'll need to deal with the Moore family for a few more days, since the shareholders' meeting is about a month away."

But how could they stall the Moore family? Everyone was clearly thinking about this.

"How about this?" Lila pursed her lips. "You can tell your father that Kieran and I are getting a divorce. Isn't there a cool-off period for a divorce? That would buy us a month."

Hearing her suggestion, Kieran didn't know whether to laugh or be angry. He reached out and pinched her earlobe.

Lila slapped his hand away but then hugged his arm. "Isn't it a good idea?"

Even though he knew she was playfully acting spoiled, Kieran couldn't bring himself to get angry.

He nodded slightly at Faith before leading Lila out of the room. As soon as they stepped outside, he raised his hand and tapped her forehead.

"Lila, I'll say it again—we are not getting a divorce."

Lila looked at him seriously. "I never said we are. It's fake."

"Even if it's fake, it's not happening."

He held her hand and walked forward slowly. "Let me ask you—what were you thinking when you first heard Faith say she couldn't have children?"

Lila pursed her lips. In that moment, she had indeed wavered. From a moral standpoint, it wouldn't be unreasonable for Kieran to marry Faith.

Kieran could tell what she was thinking. "Lila, there are a thousand ways to repay a debt. It doesn't have to involve a lifelong commitment. Just give her what she really wants."

Lila nodded, then hesitated before asking, "But what if what she wants is to marry you?"

Kieran glanced at her with a raised eyebrow.

That was a good question.

But he wouldn't marry her.

Since the scenario didn't exist, there was no need to trouble himself with an impossible dilemma.

That night, Charlie, who had been keeping guard outside their hospital room, seemed restless and found someone to take his place.

Lila noticed him leaving and quietly followed him. At the same time, she sent a message to Kieran, saying, "Have someone follow Charlie. He looks suspicious. He's probably not just going home to rest."

But she didn't receive a reply, so she hailed a taxi and followed Charlie to a narrow alley.

The alley was dark, and at the far end, there was a small hair salon. Lila frowned, but she didn't recklessly follow him inside.noveldrama

She was unfamiliar with the area. If

it was that kind of place, there might be people guarding it. Walking in blindly would simply be asking for trouble.

Lila checked the time then sent Kieran another message with her location.

A man stepped out of the alley, causing Lila to panic slightly.

If Kieran didn't arrive soon, what would she do if Charlie came out? After all, he didn't seem like a good person.

By the time Kieran arrived with his men, half an hour had passed. He walked briskly in the dark night, but when he reached Lila's side, he' pretended to be annoyed and pinched her cheek.

"Do you know how dangerous it is to run off alone like this?"

"I know, that's why I didn't go inside," she replied smugly.

Kieran sighed helplessly. "Wait here. Let them go inside and check it out first."

Neither of them entered, and not long later, shouting and cursing erupted from inside.

At the same time, the police arrived.

Lila smacked her forehead. "I was so focused on calling you that I forgot to call the police."

She must have knocked herself silly.

Seeing her reaction, Kieran felt amused. A faint smile tugged at his lips.

The salon wasn't big, but nearly 20 men and women were dragged out from it.

Charlie was the last to be brought over. His clothes were a mess and even slightly torn.

Seeing Lila looking at him, a police officer explained, "This guy tried to run, but we caught him in a minute. His fitness is terrible."

Charlie lifted his head and saw Lila and Kieran. His previously dejected mood instantly turned furious.

"You fucking set me up!"