too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 157

Ethan snorted coldly, and his tone was filled with confusion as he said, "Lila, have I been out of touch after not working for a few days? Since when could homewreckers speak like this out in the open?"

In the past, he had compromised on this to make a living. Despite knowing many things were wrong, he still went along with them.

Fortunately, he didn't spiral down that path forever. Fate seemed to favor him, giving him a chance to make amends to those he wronged.

Seeing Zara now, Ethan had no intentions of swallowing his frustration any longer. His harsh words pierced her right where it hurt.

She almost jumped up to slap him. "How dare you talk to me like that!"

She pointed at him, her nails practically itching to poke a hole in his face. Ethan, who was once obedient to her, now looked at her with immense disdain.

Zara always wore an innocent façade. With Ethan towering over her, she resembled a bratty child scolding her parents—irritating yet unthreatening.

On the other hand, Lila couldn't even bother to spare her a glance.

Zara grew more furious and started lashing out at her employees and the garden staff member. "I picked this place first. Make them leave now!"

The garden staff member looked troubled. "Ms. Hayes, you can't exclusively reserve this garden. They're already filming, so you'll have to wait till they're done."

"What did you say?" she shrieked, her voice nearly cracking.

Lila finally turned to look at her. Zara's face had changed drastically—she was now skinnier, and her protruding cheekbones made her look mean. This reminded her of Darcy and her mother, Margaret Brown.

Lila frowned and patted Ethan. "Let's go."

Zara had been put in charge of her parents' domestic business temporarily. Yet, they feared that the employees might be bitter about her inexperience. Hence, they only gave her the title of Vice President.

She glared at Vince who had thrown her off. He was dressed in a white shirt and suit trousers. Due to the weather, he had removed his jacket and undid his tie. Two buttons were unfastened, revealing a glimpse of his collarbone.

He looked down at her with an icy expression. His dominant presence was evident.

Seeing his protective stance toward Lila, Zara deduced that he was on her side. She sneered, "How dare you lay your hands on me? Don't you know I can call the police and have you arrested right now?"

She glared at Lila, who had a calm expression and was just frowning slightly. A flicker of joy flashed across Zara's face. She figured Lila thought she wouldn't retaliate. "Lila, if you beg me properly right now, I might let him off. How about that?"

Hearing this, Lila frowned even more. Thinking that she was intimidated, Zara no longer hid her smugness.