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

Kieran stood tall and composed, his gaze lowered at the man on the ground.

Although he had held a position of power for years and often carried a cold demeanor, he had never disregarded others.

But as Dennis met his gaze, a chill ran down his spine.

Kieran's gaze was cold and detached, a look belonging to a corpse.

"How dare you lay a hand on me? Do you not care about the ties between the Morgan and Moore families?" Dennis regained his composure.

Beatrice tried to help him but froze when she met Kieran's gaze.

The rumors about the Morgan Group's president had always described him as decisive and ruthless. But she had never taken them seriously.

How could a young man be as formidable as people claimed? It was ridiculous.

But now, she realized that those rumors weren't exaggerations.

Kieran snorted. "Perhaps the Morgan family in Luxford has some history with the Moores."

"But I have no ties to you personally."

His gaze hardened. "Have you forgotten? My grandfather had severed all connections with our family in Luxford."

Dennis stiffened. "What do you mean?"

"Starting today, all of the Moore family's businesses in the country will change ownership." Kieran's voice was low and chilling as he delivered the Moore family's impending downfall.

"You wouldn't dare!" Dennis gritted his teeth and glared at Beatrice. "What are you waiting for? Help me up!"

His bodyguards were stationed outside.

Kieran saw right through him. Before Dennis could steady himself, Kieran kicked him again.

Dennis screamed, clutching his stomach as he fell to his knees in pain.

Beatrice was stunned. "You... You're hurting him!"

Then, she turned to Faith. "Faith, are you just going to stand there and let an outsider treat your father like this? Do you have no conscience?"

Lila and Nicole were helping Faith up while Alfredo stepped in to assist.

When Beatrice noticed the

bloodstain on Faith's clothes, she paused, a flicker of concern in her eyes. But mostly, she lookeddost. "Faith, you...

"I'll take you to the hospital."

Beatrice stepped forward, reaching out to support Faith.

Faith didn't know if it was the pain from her wounds or just the sheer absurdity of the situation, but tears fell as soon as she lowered her head.

She shoved Beatrice's hand away. "I cut ties with you long ago. Please don't be so familiar with me, Mrs. Moore."

Then, she turned to Lila. "Mrs. Morgan, could I trouble you to take me to the hospital?"

Lila stared at the blood soaking through her clothes in a daze. For

some reason, this scene felt eerily

familiar. But she quickly shook off the feeling and nodded. "I'll get the car Nicole, help Ms. Moore outside."

She took a few steps before doubling back to grab Kieran's hand. "Don't kill him. It won't benefit us."

Kieran's gaze lingered on her anxious expression, and his cold demeanor softened. "Be careful on the way to the hospital."

Lila knew he was staying behind to deal with the Moore family. She nodded and quickly drove them to the hospital.

During the drive, Nicole kept talking

to Faith, afraid that she might lose too much blood and slip into unconsciousness. "Ms. Moore, you're still young. There's so much ahead of you. noveldrama

"Everything will get better. Kieran promised to help you fight for the Moore assets,

and he'll keep his word."