Chapter 636

Lily gradually pulled herself out of the chaotic emotions swirling inside of her. Through the car windows, her eyes met Xavier's. "I won't be coming back tonight. Please take good care of Mom," she said to Hayden. Hayden sensed something was wrong. "What's going on?" "It's just something work-related. A small issue. I'll be back tomorrow," Lily replied. She turned away, lowering her gaze so that she wouldn't see Xavier. She reminded Hayden to look after Hazel and make sure she didn't forget to take her medicine. After hanging up, she didn't immediately get back inside the car, seemingly lost in thought. Xavier got out of the car and draped his coat over her shoulders. "Grandma often talks about you. She knows you're back in Jadeford and wants to see you," he said. His coat still carried his warmth, enveloping Lily in a comforting heat. "Let's talk about that after the divorce." She couldn't deny the kindness Edith had shown her in the past. Xavier didn't press further, and th