too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 103

Dorian pursed his lips, trying to control his emotions. "Lila, I'm your boyfriend. What's wrong with wanting to know about you?"

Lila found his words both ridiculous and absurd. He seemed like a fool who couldn't understand simple things.

She took a deep breath and finally said, "Dorian, are you genuinely trying to understand me, or are you just afraid I'll feel uneasy seeing you and Zara together like a couple?"

His facial expression changed, looking as if she had struck a nerve. He wanted to get angry, but he couldn't bring himself to do so.

"Lila, what do you mean by that? I only went to meet a business partner today. He knew Zara from before, so I brought her along to make things easier."

She scoffed. "Why do you both need to hold hands to meet the client? I almost thought you two were getting married and walking down the red carpet."

He frowned, clearly frustrated. "Lila, don't you trust me? I didn't tell you just because I didn't want you to be upset."

She couldn't help but laugh. Did he not tell her because he was afraid she would be upset? If he knew she would be upset, why did he bring Zara along in the first place?

He knew it was wrong, but he still went ahead with it. Was he so stupid that he couldn't see how weak and ridiculous his excuse was?

She sneered. "Well, if you believe that, fine then. I'm going back to rest. You do whatever you want."

Dorian looked at her mocking smile and the cold indifference on her face. His grip tightened into a fist at his side. The sight of Lila, so sharp and prickly, made him lose his patience entirely.

Why was she so defiant? Her stubbornness was enough to drive him to frustration. Why couldn't she be as gentle and obedient as Zara?

For the first time, he wondered if they should just break up. If he broke up with her, wouldn't Zara be a better choice? Plenty of women wanted to please him, so why was he stuck with this difficult, stubborn one?

"I'll take a few solo shots of you both as well. When it's time to wrap up, we can post them on social media," she said while reviewing the shots, which turned out quite well. "Let's start with Jamie. Stand over there where the light hits you. It's a bit bright, but keep your eyes open."

Jamie obediently stood in position, following her instructions.

Teddy, who was able to walk more steadily now, limped over to her. "Ms. Hart, if you're free later, could you help me review my lines?"

"Huh?" Jamie suddenly spoke up, her usual gentle demeanor gone. "Why did you say what I was going to say?"

She blinked innocently, looking a bit guilty.

He chuckled, clearly pleased with himself. "First come, first served. Don't steal my chance."