chapter one hundred and twenty

POV Lily

I woke up abruptly, realizing that my alarm hadn't gone off. A quick glance at the clock confirmed the delay. I jumped out of bed in a frenzy, wondering how I could let this happen. The day had barely started, and I was already racing against time.

Chloe, always attentive, offered me a quick breakfast. I held a pancake in my hands, savoring the tempting aroma, but time was not on my side. I asked hurriedly for Tyler, and Chloe's response brought a subtle discomfort.

"He left for work a long time ago," she said, and a tightness settled in my chest. He had left without me. The feeling of being left behind was more disconcerting than I expected.

Chloe, sensing my sadness, tried to console me by suggesting I use the family driver. The idea of getting to work in the comfort of a private car, even if it wasn't Tyler's, seemed tempting at that moment.

I decided to accept the offer and went to the waiting driver. "Could you take me to the company, please?" I asked with a forced smile