Chapter 31

Lila was stunned, feeling as if Dorian had completely changed. It was as if he was now a different person—as if he had exchanged souls. Back then, though Dorian had little influence in the past, he was fiercely protective of her and did not allow anyone to speak ill of her. He couldn't bear to see her suffer even the slightest injustice. He would ride his bike with her along Northridge River and travel great distances just to buy her favorite snacks. Whenever he made money, he would buy her gifts—dresses and skincare products. He would go to great lengths to find new and interesting things to make her happy. He even risked losing roles and fought with producers and investors when they took advantage of her. Occasionally, when work separated them for long periods, he would rush to see her as soon as it ended, holding her tightly and rambling about how much he missed her for half the day. But now, Dorian stood high above her, regarding her with a condescending gaze. They gazed at