Chapter 40

As soon as Xavier dialed the number, his expression turned dark. He hardly ever called Lily, but she hung up on him this time. Last night's missed call was an accident, but her hanging up… That was intentional. How ungrateful. He showed his phone back into his pocket. Then, he got into his car and drove away from the hospital. Sensing the shift in his mood, Sarah wisely chose to keep quiet. She discreetly tossed her lipstick onto the floor beside the passenger seat. … As soon as Lily and Maryanne stepped out of the elevator, Xavier's call came through. She looked at it briefly before hanging up without hesitation. Late sympathy was worthless, and she didn't need his concern. Besides, knowing Xavier, it probably wasn't genuine concern. It was more like an obligation. He was just checking how she ended up in this state. Her heart ached, with each beat sharper than the last. Nearby, a street lined with breakfast stalls bustling with Jadeford's local flavors came into view.