too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 549

Teddy pressed his lips together and looked at Jamie. She opened her mouth slightly as if she wanted to say something, but in the end, she remained silent. Soren's jacket was already draped over her shoulders, and she hadn't taken it off.

Teddy stood rooted to the spot for a moment, his grip tightening around his own jacket. Just then, Amelia came up behind him, patting him on the shoulder. "Come on, let's go. It'll be dark soon, and the mountain paths aren't safe at night."

Without waiting for his response, she pulled him away, leaving Jamie and Soren behind.

Jamie pursed her lips before looking at Soren. "Let's get going too." She kept his jacket on. Meanwhile, Teddy didn't put his back on.

Lila could feel the tension in the air, and she wanted to ease it, but she had no idea what to say. Michael and Matthew caught up to them, completely oblivious to the awkward atmosphere.

"We just bought some water," Matthew said, handing Lila two bottles. "The warm one's for you, and the other is for Mr. Morgan."

Lila raised her brow, her expression brightening. This kid was so thoughtful. "Thanks. Don't walk too fast and watch your step!"

Matthew nodded. "Don't worry, I'll keep an eye on Michael."

Kieran glanced at Lila's smiling face and casually wrapped an arm around her waist, as if quietly staking his claim. "You're the one who needs to be careful," he said, his deep voice calm but laced with quiet concern.

Matthew looked at him and couldn't shake the feeling that something about Kieran's tone and gesture felt a little off. But since the two were always affectionate, he didn't dwell on it. Instead, he simply nodded and continued down the trail with Michael.

Lila watched them go, then tightened her fingers around Kieran's warm hand and continued down the mountain with him.

The couple strolled slowly, taking their time as they descended. Lila chatted with him idly, but after a few minutes, she noticed he was quieter than usual. "Are you tired?" As soon as her words fell, a thought clicked into place.

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