too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian)

Lila felt like she was about to lose her mind.

She lowered her head and began reflecting on herself.

Meanwhile, Kieran carefully massaged the medicine into her ankle. He could tell she had relaxed, and that the pain had subsided.

When he looked up, he realized she had fallen asleep at some point without him noticing.

His gaze softened, like ice melting into flowing spring water, gentle and irresistible.

He carefully placed Lila in a comfortable position, tucked the blanket around her, and then left.

Before closing the door, he took one last glance at her, his eyes glowing with tenderness.

The next morning, Lila had to get up early to go to the set, and Kieran also woke early, heading off to deal with company matters.

"It really doesn't hurt much anymore," she said.

They went downstairs together for breakfast, and Lila seemed to be in a good mood, which was already an improvement.

Kieran patted her head. "Be more careful in the future. I had the hotel change your slippers."

Lila hadn't expected such thoughtfulness from him. She nodded and softly agreed.

Kieran then drove her to the set and left.

As soon as he got far, Lila turned around and saw Shannon standing not far away.

She furrowed her brows. She didn't want to initiate a conversation and continued walking toward the set.

Shannon wasn't wearing her usual uniform today. Instead, she wore a fitted long dress that showcased her well-toned figure.

With high heels clicking on the ground, she exuded the aura of a proper heiress.

Assuming that Shannon was beautiful was natural. However, her beauty had an edge, a certain sharpness that made her presence even more commanding.

This made her especially effective in the workplace.

Lila respected her in terms of her ability.

However, she couldn't understand how someone like Shannon, with a privileged background, excellent education, and a perfect life, could still act so immorally.

Shannon walked over in her heels, carrying an air of authority. "Lila."

Her tone was as icy as her appearance.

Lila stopped and looked at her. "Ms. Shannon, is there something you need?"

Shannon chuckled. Lila skipped the formal "Ms. Bolton", and she figured Lila was too shameless to care.

She had merely called Shannon's name, not realizing how much Shannon would read into it. Seeing Shannon sneer made her want to say even less.

The weather wasn't hot, but with the growing frustration inside her, Lila began to feel uncomfortably warm.

"You're quite skilled at seducing people. If only your capabilities matched that skill... I might actually think highly of you then," Shannon said.

She couldn't understand what made this newcomer so attractive.

If it came to looks, they weren't much diffèrent. Shannon even had a better figure. Yet, she had never caught his eye after all the years of being around Kieran.

How was it that Lila could end up staying in his place?

Northridge City was so far away, yet Kieran visited so often.

Just last night, he had actually spent time with Lila and even stayed over. The thought of them entering the same room together made Shannon seethe with rage.

She watched as Lila frowned but didn't retort, thinking she had no words to say.

That made Shannon look down on her even more.

She said with a mocking smile, "You're living so carefree, but do you know what happened to your ex-boyfriend?"

It had been long since anyone had mentioned Dorian in front of Lila. However, as a former top celebrity, there were occasional news reports about him online. Dorian's limp had healed, but his career plummeted dramatically due to various negative rumors and Nexus Entertainment's knowledge of his desire to go solo. People he had once rejected were now taking the opportunity to step on him. As an actor, he couldn't even get any roles. Dorian had to swallow his pride and beg for work.

He was just grateful to land a role and no longer had the luxury of being picky.

If this continued, it would only be a matter of time before the entertainment industry completely forgot about him.

nea

Lila said coldly, "His matters are no longer related to me. If you're interested in him, you can find him

yourself. There's no need to make

indirect remarks here." noveldrama