Lilian’s POV
I walk into the reception area of my office building, and everyone falls silent as they stare at me. From the reception desk, I can just make out Melanie's face over the top of the polished wood and I feel a lump form in my throat at the hurt look in her eyes.
Ducking my head in shame, I hurry toward the elevator, pressing the button repeatedly until the doors open and I can escape inside. I glance up at the people who have watched my every move since I arrive, no one moving until the doors shut and I can’t see them anymore.
Leaning my head back against the back wall, I let out a breath, trying to calm myself before the doors open again and I step out on the floor of Evolution Industries.
Walking into the main office space, I skirt around the very edge of the room, moving
