Chapter 42

　　In the end, Luke didn't come along. 　　Esteban was still in the hospital. After Lillian checked on Finley, she headed to Esteban's room. 　　He was sitting at the edge of the bed, his expression neutral. The lights were off, and moonlight filtered through the window, casting a soft glow over his eyes. 　　Lillian paused for a moment, then switched on the light. "What are you doing?" 　　Esteban slowly lifted his head and replied, "I saw you two kissing." 　　Lillian froze for a second, then slowly sat down on the bed beside him. She looked at Esteban quietly, her voice soft. "Esteban, you knew all along, didn't you?" 　　"So, yesterday, I helped you both, right?" Esteban said, each word heavy and deliberate. 　　Lillian stared into his eyes. Esteban looked fragile now, and the words she wanted to say stuck in her throat. 　　She remained silent, and Esteban suddenly let out a bitter laugh. "I get it now. You can go." 　　He turned his face away, no longer looking at her. 　　Lillian sighed, stood for a