Chapter 26

Lily had no idea that gossip about her was already spreading like wildfire on the internet. The pictures with Evan—laughing at a street vendor, hiding from his fans, and walking side by side in the bustling tourist streets—were being shared across gossip pages, fan accounts, and entertainment blogs. But Lily wasn't the type to constantly check her phone for trending news, so she remained blissfully unaware. The next morning, she woke up early in her hotel room, light seeping in through the sheer curtains. The faint sound of traffic drifted up from the street below. She stretched lazily before forcing herself out of bed. After a quick shower, she dressed in a simple but elegant outfit: a cream blouse tucked into tailored navy trousers, and tied her hair back in a neat low ponytail. She glanced at her watch; she had just enough time to grab a light breakfast before heading to meet her client. Her schedule was packed, but she didn't mind. Designing was her passion, and traveling for work