Chapter 144

Dorian was determined to see Lila crash, watching as the pride she foolishly held onto shattered. His gaze turned sorrowful as he stood up. "Lila, sometimes being too confident isn't a good thing." She stared directly into his eyes. "I could say the same to you." She didn't care about Dorian's dark expression and walked off. They had grown apart ages ago, so there was nothing left to say. Dorian watched as the door slammed shut, the sound of the lock clicking like a stone dropping into his heart, sending ripples through him. It was an uncomfortable feeling that was hard to describe. It was as if that door had sealed them into two worlds. He clenched his fists, took a deep breath, and tried to reassure himself. When Lila realized she could do nothing after leaving, she would come back after a few days. Yes, she would definitely come back! Lila walked out of the office building, her steps light and carefree. She looked up at the deep blue sky. The cloudless sky stretched endl