Chapter 17

Lila's sudden attitude switch was all about either money or clout—Victoria saw right through it. Figuring Henry had it under control, she didn't bother stepping in. Lila pulled up her WhatsApp and held out her phone, her contact info clear on the screen. Henry didn't even move. Well, now things got awkward. "Vicky, I didn't mean to sound so harsh before. I was just worried about you. You know me—I don't always say things the right way" Lila, shameless as ever, slid right into the seat next to Victoria. "There's an open spot over there," Henry said coolly before she could settle in. His tone was flat, expression distant, like he didn't even care. Dressed to the nines in a tiny noodle shop? The contrast couldn't be starker. Lila froze halfway into a squat, then stood up, still trying to play it off with a stiff smile. "That bag's new, huh?" Henry's eyes landed on the purse she was awkwardly clutching, acting all careful like she was afraid someone might bump into it. Amused, he tilted hi