too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian) novel Chapter 101

Lila turned her head slightly, avoiding Dorian's gaze. She was relieved she had worn something he hadn't seen before today.

Neither of them noticed her and instead turned to walk into the restaurant. While ordering, Nicole picked all her favorite dishes.

"Eat more. Once you finish this project, you'll take a few days off, right? Don't stay at Kieran's place then.

"Come to the Morgan residence for a few days to keep your grandparents company. I'll have the housekeeper take good care of you, too."

Lila swallowed her bite. "It's fine at Uncle Kieran's place. I'll also return to the Morgan residence to visit you all."

"He's a grown man. How would he know how to take care of others? I heard from Mr. Mason that he doesn't even eat on time. Sometimes, the meals I send over sit untouched because he's too busy."

Nicole sighed. "He's just too hard working. If only he could share a bit of that dedication with that lazy brat Noah… I'd feel more at ease," she added while placing more food on Lila's plate.

Seeing Lila's obedient and well-mannered demeanor made her even more dissatisfied with her carefree son.

Lila didn't argue because she knew the truth. Nicole secretly watched Noah's matches online, beaming with pride when he won international championships, though she would never openly admit it.

She deliberately took her time eating, hoping to avoid Dorian and the others. However, just as they were about to leave, they ran straight into him, who had Zara hanging on his arm. They were walking with a group of five or six.

Someone in the group looked up and noticed Lila. He opened his mouth to say something but hesitated when he saw the intimate atmosphere between Dorian and Zara. After all, he remembered that Lila and Dorian had broken up.

After dropping Nicole off at the Morgan residence, Lila returned to Evergreen Heights. As she entered with bags in hand, she was surprised to see Kieran there.

He stood up lazily and naturally took the bags from her hands. Raising an eyebrow, he teased, "What's all this? I'll reimburse you."

Lila laughed and pulled out a small box. "Here are the snacks you brought me for a late-night treat the other day. You said they were delicious."