Chapter 372

Lila could hear Kieran respond softly. She made her way downstairs, hearing the sound of a girl bidding her farewells. From the staircase, Lila saw the girl, dressed in a white sweater and a long black skirt, walking toward the entrance. She slipped on a long white down jacket before pushing open the door and leaving. Lila continued down the stairs, but the heavy weight on her chest seemed to settle even deeper, making it harder to breathe. Kieran looked up, his expression softening. He stood up and poured her a glass of warm water. She took the cup, her eyes falling on the invitation card on the coffee table. "This is?" she asked. "The Clemence family is inviting us to their daughter's welcome banquet," Kieran replied. "Us?" Lila raised an eyebrow. He chuckled and set the cup she had just sipped from on the table. "Mrs. Morgan," he said, his tone lifting with a playful smile. Lila flinched at the title, feeling a flush of awkwardness. "Do I need to attend as your compani