Chapter 20

Lillian's perspective:

It was definitely impossible for me to return to the Amus family in the middle of the night. After I came back from my apartment, I didn't know where to go for a while. In the end, I visited Rebecca's place and stayed there for the night.

Just as I returned to the Amus family the next morning, I saw Queen Meylani sitting on the couch, perhaps waiting for me.

"I'm sorry, Mother," I said gingerly. "I had something to do yesterday, and then... I stayed at a friend's place."

"Ismail's already told the Queen about the matter," Helen said.

I was surprised. I didn't expect that the pervert would actually protect me from getting punished again.

"However, as the lady of the Amus family, it's best if you know your limits in the future. There's a limit to having a good time," Helen said.

I nodded hastily, "I understand. I'll be more careful in the future."

"Have you bought the jewelry?" Queen Meylani looked at me and asked.

"I bought it. It's here." I lowered my head and b