"I came here today because I’m worried about you, Claude... You know, I’m concerned that he might not be satisfied with the marriage, and that wouldn't be good for you."
"Regardless of everything, I hope you can have a happy marriage—it's what your mother would have wanted."
At the mention of her mother, Lillian felt a surge of anger, but beneath it, there was a sense of deep sadness.
At that moment, Zachary stood up and walked over to the table to collect the hot cocoa and green tea the butler had brought in. He handed the cocoa to Lillian, placing the green tea in front of himself.
Lillian tightly gripped the glass of hot cocoa, savoring the warmth. She took a couple of sips, letting the comforting heat ease some of the sadness within her.
As the warmth spread through her, Lillian f
