Chapter 85

David’s fists clenched at his sides, his breathing harsh. His blood boiled, his pride wounded. “Don’t play games with me, Grey,” David said harshly, his voice low but dangerous. “You think I don’t see through you? You’re not fooling anyone. You want her, and you have the guts to say it in front of me?” Lily quickly stood up, panicked. “David, stop...” She didn’t want him to make a scene here, not in Olivia’s room. But before David could say more, Olivia’s voice came sharp and steady. “That’s enough, David.” David whipped his head toward his mother, his chest rising and falling from anger. “Mum...” Olivia raised her hand, cutting him off. Her eyes, though tired, were strong and filled with determination. “He asked me, not you. And I will give him an answer.” David’s eyes widened. “What?” Olivia looked at Jabco and said, “Yes, Mr. Grey. You may take Lily to dinner.” The air in the room froze. Lily’s eyes shot wide, her mouth falling open in disbelief. “Mum…” she whispered, stunned. She h