Chapter 266

Lily did not return to the classroom with Anya. Instead, she went to the principal's office. In the office, Joseph was leaning back against his chair. His expression was grave as he rubbed his temple. The knocks on the door pulled him out of his thoughts. He straightened up and schooled his expression into neutrality. "Come in." Lily pushed the door open and walked into the office. Joseph stiffened at the sight of her before he frowned. "What are you doing back in school? Shouldn't you rest for a few more days?" He rose to pour her a glass of water, assessing her as he did. She seemed to be in good spirits, save for the trace of exhaustion that lined her features. Joseph reckoned she had to be tired after attending the auction in Bridgeport and taking care of her grandmother's postmortem matters. Lily took a sip of the warm water. "I've got to hit the books now that the SATs are just around the corner." The corner of Joseph's mouth twitched. He was amused that she, of all people