Chapter 256

"Let him do whatever he wants," Lila said as she left. A man's voice called out from outside the restroom, "Shannon, are you done yet?" The voice sounded vaguely familiar, but Lila couldn't immediately place it. Shannon glanced at her with a confident smirk as though she were anticipating a show. "I've already warned you. Whether you go is up to you." She grabbed a tissue to wipe her hands, then walked out. "I'm coming, geez, you're always so impatient," Shannon said to the man who had spoken. Lila followed a step behind her, and when she lifted her head, her eyes met the man's. They both froze for a moment. Then, his face lit up with excitement. "Lila! I got here late today and was just thinking about finding you later. "You've been hiding pretty well, huh? Am I even your friend still?" However, there wasn't a hint of reproach in his tone. He strode toward her cheerfully, like an old friend, even giving her a light nudge with his shoulder. "I was wondering why Mr. Morgan t