Chapter 274
Chapter 274
Noreen’s expression twisted in silent pain as she watched the man’s careful tenderness. Elaine laid a hand on her shoulder and shook her head.
Cameron sauntered over, smirking as he teased, “Lillian, Sebastian used to be a block of ice; now look at him-world’s most devoted boyfriend p>
“Well, well, Lillian, all rested up?” Manny strolled over, giving her a playful wink.
Ignoring their banter, Sebastian smoothed Lillian’s hair, then took her hand and led her toward the resort entrance. Just as they stepped into the lobby, a refined, handsome man approached with a smile. “Mr. Whitmore, what an honor. Forgive us for not greeting you sooner p>
Sebastian met his gaze, a faint smile tugging at his lips. “With all the trouble the Soren family has gone to, how could I not come p>
Rowan chuckled lightly and gestured for the group to follow.
Sebastian led Lillian through the lobby, where golf carts were already waiting outside. The resort was sprawling; walking would’ve taken too long, so the carts were a necessity.
They climbed aboard, and the cart rolled steadily down the paved road.
Before long, it stopped in front of a villa.
Then, a valet quickly unloaded their luggage.
Rowan smiled. “This is the biggest, most luxurious room we have. We made sure it was ready for your arrival p>
Sebastian lifted his gaze, gave a brief nod, and said nothing more.
Inside, the villa’s exterior carried an old-world charm, but the interior was thoroughly modern. Floor-to-ceiling windows stretched across every wall, offering sweeping views of the landscape from every angle.
With so many rooms, the group eventually decided to stay together in the same villa.
The news sparked a flicker of secret joy in Noreen’s eyes; to her, this was an opportunity she couldn’t waste.
Rowan excused himself, citing other guests to attend to.
Cameron grinned roguishly. “A few nights under the same roof as Sebastian-now that’s exciting p>
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Manny rolled his eyes, took his suitcase from a valet, and headed off to claim a room.
“Sebastian, see you later,” Cameron said, leaving with Ivy in tow.
Noreen stepped forward, her smile polite. “Lillian, why don’t you stay with me? It’d be nice for us two women to look out for each other p>
A flash of mockery gleamed in Lillian’s eyes; her smile turned sly. “I don’t think so. I’m not close with Ms. Noreen—it’d just feel awkward. Besides, I’m used to living with Sebastian. Without him at night, I wouldn’t sleep well.” She slipped her arm through his. “Isn’t that right, Sebastian p>
Sebastian’s eyes softened with helpless affection. He pinched her nose lightly and murmured, “That’s right. Come on, let’s get you upstairs to rest.” With that, he led her toward the stairs.
Noreen’s gaze hardened as she watched them disappear. She had never imagined they were already living together. The thought of the man she loved spending his nights with another woman made her fists clench so tight her knuckles turned white.
Elaine caught the feral glint in her sister’s eyes and whispered, “Now will you finally give up p>
Elaine truly felt disappointed; her warning last time had clearly gone unheard. Noreen looked ready to hurl herself headlong into disaster.
But Noreen’s eyes only darkened further. She turned toward her room, her heart seething. She’d loved him for years, she couldn’t just let him go.
Especially not when the rival she was losing to was nothing but an orphan with none of her advantages.
Upstairs in the villa’s bedroom.
Exhausted from the late night before, Lillian curled up on the bed as soon as they entered.
Sebastian shook his head helplessly at her lazy posture. He pulled the blanket over her, tucked it neatly at the corners, and spoke gently. “Sleep p>
Watching her sleep, her face soft and peaceful, so different from her sharp focus at work, he couldn’t help but smile.
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