Chapter 585

Kieran pulled Lila into his arms and sat on the couch with her on his lap. "Stop messing around, I'm being serious," she said. He could catch the faint jasmine scent on her without lowering his head. He calmly answered her question, "She's been conditioned for so many years not to love Faith. That mindset is ingrained in her. A fleeting moment of clarity isn't enough to change her heart." Lila felt ticklish as his breath brushed against her neck, so she leaned away slightly. After thinking over his words, she sighed. "Then forget it. I can tell Ms. Moore is trying hard to break free from her family. If Mrs. Moore did hand over the shares, it might shake her resolve and cause her even more pain." Kieran chuckled, admiration shining in his eyes. "Sometimes, it's best to cut ties cleanly." His warm breath landed just behind her ear. "Enough, let's eat first," she said. She slapped his wandering hand and straightened her clothes before getting up to sit across him. Kieran laughed,