too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 601

Lila noticed Amelia hesitate for a moment, a flicker of frustration flashing through her eyes before she finally turned to look behind her.

Before they could exchange greetings, Xyla approached from behind. "Vince, have you been to this restaurant before? They have a signature dish that—"

She stopped mid-sentence when she spotted the group, momentarily surprised to see them.

"What a coincidence."

Lila nudged Amelia, and the two of them stood, offering a polite nod. "Ms. Zimmerman, we meet again."

Jamie smoothly picked up the conversation. "Since we've encountered each other, why don't you join us?"

Seeing that everyone had already composed themselves with casual ease, Soren signaled the waiter to arrange a different table.

Vince's gaze flickered toward Amelia, but she kept her eyes forward, never sparing him a glance.

Xyla noticed his reaction, pressing her lips together slightly, though she chose to stay silent.

The two of them walked side by side, yet a noticeable distance remained between them.

Lila glanced back, sensing an odd atmosphere—one that reminded her of Jamie and Soren.

They should have been close. After all, they were engaged. Yet something about them felt distant as if they were still learning how to exist in each other's orbit.

The group was moved to a small round table. Amelia pulled Lila to sit beside her, while the two men sat together, leaving Xyla on Victor's other side—right next to Amelia.

Xyla turned her head slightly and smiled.

Amelia returned the gesture, her expression composed and unreadable.

The atmosphere at the table was almost too harmonious, so much so that it felt strangely unnatural.

Sensing the tension, Jamie—usually not much of a talker—took it upon herself to start a conversation.

She shot a somewhat apologetic glance at Lila and Amelia, but they didn't seem to mind. They simply smiled in return, after all, this meeting hadn't been planned.

Xyla watched as the three of them exchanged glances, then shared a knowing smile. "You three are really close."

Jamie nodded. "Yeah, we've known each other for a long time. These two have always looked out for me, they're really great. Once you get to know them, you'll like them too."

Xyla cast a sideways glance at Amelia, giving a small nod but saying nothing.

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