Chapter 16: Leaving London

After the conversation, Adrian felt an overwhelming sense of joy and relief. Lillian's willingness to give him a chance filled him with a deep sense of satisfaction and hope for the future.

Following their enjoyable evening, fueled by a shared bottle of wine, Adrian and Lillian embarked on a drive to their penthouse located in the bustling heart of the City.

- New York City -

Meanwhile, in a dimly lit room, a middle-aged man sat in a plush chair, surrounded by an air of opulence. His piercing gaze fixated on a collection of photographs tightly held within his grasp.

Through his cold and determined expression, it was evident that he was deeply affected by what he saw.

Overwhelmed by a surge of anger and frustration, he crumpled one of the photos into a tight ball, clutching it tightly in his hand.

With a forceful throw, he released his fury, hurling the photo across the room, as if physically discarding the emotions it represented.

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-Two days Later-

It was finally the day Lillian