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

Albert paused briefly before speaking, "It doesn't matter what the outsiders have to say. It's enough if the children are sincere. Moreover, did you think the Morgan and Bolton families would care about public opinion with our statuses?"

Looking at Kieran's cold expression, Nicole could tell Albert had misspoken.

As the only person in the family who knew his true feelings, she smiled and said, "Mr. Bolton Senior, as you mentioned, both our families are at their current statuses. What we should care about now is the children's happiness.

"Michael is a good child, but he and Lila are not in love with each other."

"Even without Lila and Kieran's wedding, they should first get to know each other before we can discuss their marriage. Don't you think so?"

She provided a way out, and naturally, Albert had no reason to argue.

He laughed and replied, "I'm just anxious. I liked Lila the moment I laid eyes on her. I badly want her as a daughter-in-law."

Amelie shot him a glance but said nothing.

After all, she knew exactly what he was up to.

She looked at Frances, and he immediately caught her meaning. "Albert, it's been

a long while since we last met. How about a game of chess?"

Since Albert didn't achieve his goal, he naturally didn't want to leave, but he had no reason to refuse.

He said, "Shannon, you and Michael haven't visited in a while, so why don't you chat with Grandma Amelie for a bit?"

Shannon understood and smiled warmly, her expression radiating the elegance and nobility of an heiress from a prestigious family.noveldrama

"Grandma Amelie, how have you been?"

She sat beside Amelie, who smiled in return, holding her hand as she sighed. "I've always said you're the most thoughtful child.

"You know how to care for me. Look at this rascal of mine. He comes home and still works nonstop every day."

She pretended to be angry as she glared at Kieran. Then, she patted Shannon's hand. "How's work been for you lately? Albert always praises you in front of us, and when I think of Noah, I can't help but feel so envious."

Kieran paid no attention to their conversation. He lowered his gaze to look at Lila.

His gaze softened, and he set aside the cup she had been drinking from. "You're tired from the journey. How about we head upstairs and rest for a bit?"

Shannon subtly twitched her fingers as she witnessed this.

Kieran was clearly getting back at her for her mistake last time.

She didn't believe that someone could change so quickly. He was a indifferent man for so

cold an

mam

years. How could he suddenly know how to love others?

Besides, he had known Lila for years. Judging from his personality, Kieran would have had Lila by his side if it were true love.

Even if she had a boyfriend or a husband, he would have ways to break Lila and her other half apart.

However, based on Kieran's character, he couldn't fall for a woman like her.

In simple terms, Lila still benefited from Amelie's affection and guilt, but what if Amelie liked Shannon more?

At this thought, Shannon's smile deepened. She became even more graceful and poised as she chatted with Amelie.

Yet, Amelie's gaze would unintentionally drift toward Lila as if to make her realize the reality.

With Lila around, she wouldn't spare Shannon a second glance.

Lila averted her gaze, tugged at Kieran's sleeve, and was about to call out 'Uncle,' but quickly swallowed the words.

Kieran looked at her fair, delicate

fingers, which looked so smooth et

they looked like crystals. He wanted

to take them in his hand and admire

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them.

"Shall we go rest upstairs?" he asked gently.

She nodded, standing up. "Grandma, I'll rest for a bit and come down later to accompany you. Oh, by the way, I brought you some snacks on the way back. Don't eat too much of it."

MunchMates was the best snack shop in Northridge, but Amelie couldn't get used to the taste.

As Amelie got older and developed high blood sugar, Lila tried many places before finding this one.

It wasn't a famous shop, but after Amelie tried it once, she praised it endlessly,

and from then on, Lila always bought from this shop.

The snacks always managed to lift Amelie's mood.

Shannon glanced at the snack box on the table. It looked like it was from an ordinary snack shop.

"I remember MunchMates' snacks are the best in Northridge, right? The one you bought is mediocre. I don't think Grandma Amelie will like it."