Chapter 249

The window was slightly ajar at the end of the corridor, letting in a chill breeze that swept through and set Lily's long hair dancing wildly. She stuffed her hands into the pockets of her down jacket, pulling it tighter around her as she walked briskly forward. "Don't worry. Dad will sell the house when I divorce Xavier. Hayden's medical expenses will be covered." Hazel grabbed her jacket. "Don't even think about returning to the Joyner residence if you go through with the divorce! Your father will ruin the family legacy built over decades. Neither your father nor I have the face to meet our ancestors because of you!" The sudden tug made Lily stumble. The down jacket she wore had been bought two years ago. It was slightly tighter on her when she bought it. However, it hung loosely on her this year. There was even room to fit half of her. She had lost a noticeable amount of weight recently. It wasn't evident on her frame, but she could feel it from her clothes. Even last year's p