Chapter 0072

SIN

Lily turned out to be quite cooperative during the meeting, she didn't hesitate to apologize not only to the company clients but to the media.

I don't know if she was still taking in my rejection or if she felt being obedient would make me see her in a different light, but it all didn't matter to me.

As we exit the meeting, the buzz of the reporters and the flash of the cameras are overwhelming, but there is a sense of accomplishment. Lily's apology has calmed the storm for now, but the real challenge is ahead.

Ethan leans close, his voice barely audible over the chaos. "That went better than expected, huh?" His gaze is questioning, searching for my reaction.

I nod, my mind already racing to the next steps. "It did, but we're not out of the woods yet. We need to ensure the clients are truly back on our side."

As we make our way back to the car, Lily remains silent, a stark contrast to her earlier defiance.

Her cooperation has been surprising, but her motives are still unclear t