Chapter 263
Chapter 263 A Warm Morning
They stepped into a private room. After giving a few quiet instructions, Sebastian sent the
manager away.
Moments later, a server arrived with breakfast.
Buns, milk, eggs and an array of other breakfast dishes soon filled the table.
“This is way too much; there’s no way the two of us can eat all this,” Lillian said, eyeing the spread in disbelief.
Sebastian picked up a bun and said, “It’s fine. Just have a little of everything; try it p>
Lillian took a bite, her eyes lighting up. It was, indeed, delicious.
Seeing the satisfaction on her face, a soft smile tugged at Sebastian’s lips. She had never been particularly passionate about food, so seeing her enjoy it was rare; naturally, he reached out and pushed another plate closer to her.
By the end of breakfast, Lillian was thoroughly content. When she finally set her fork down, Sebastian asked, “Full p>
Lillian patted her stomach and nodded. “Yeah. If I eat any more, I’ll turn into a pig p>
Sebastian grabbed a napkin and gently wiped the corner of her mouth, his deep, magnetic voice low as he murmured, “A little extra weight is good; you’d be even more comfortable to hold p>
Lillian shot him a playful glare. This man was getting more shameless by the day—always looking for a chance to tease her.
Sebastian only chuckled and reached out to ruffle her hair affectionately.
Suddenly, her phone rang. Lillian glanced at the screen before answering. Karina’s voice came through the line. “Lillian, it’s begun. The herb was stolen last night p>
A sharp, humorless smile curved her lips as her fingers drummed lightly against the table. “Mm. Don’t startle the snake; stick to the original plan p>
“I know what to do. Also, about Skyreach Jewels—Ryan wants to talk to you p>
Her voice cooled. “Got it. I’ll drop by in the next couple of days p>
Sebastian had never seen this side of her before. She radiated an undeniable authority-calm, sharp, calculating. That sly, foxlike curve of her mouth as she waited for her prey to take the
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bait only added to her striking presence.
Finished
How much strength could such a small body hold? Kids her age were still clinging to their parents; meanwhile, she had already shed every trace of innocence, running a massive corporation, matching wits with seasoned veterans, and forging herself into something unbreakable.
The thought made Sebastian’s chest ache.
When Lillian ended the call and looked up, she found him staring at her. She blinked. “What is it p>
Sebastian reached for her, pulling her close until her head rested against his chest. “Lillian,” he said quietly, “I regret it. I want you to rely on me p>
Wrapping her arms around his waist, she whispered, “You must always be on my side. When I’m tired, all I need is your shoulder to lean on for a while; but the path I’ve chosen is mine. No matter how hard it gets, I’ll keep walking p>
The ache in his eyes softened; his voice was quiet but firm. “Alright. I’ll always be right behind you. No matter what, I won’t ever leave p>
After breakfast, Lillian needed to make another trip to the Command Base.
Sebastian picked up her coat and helped her into it. “Let’s go. I’ll drive you p>
As they stepped out of Celestial Restaurant, Lillian glanced around the area. A group of elegantly dressed women walked past, chatting and laughing, when her gaze locked unexpectedly with a woman in a cheongsam standing among them.
The woman froze, her expression flashing with fear before she blurted out, “Catherine p>
Her face drained of color in an instant.
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