Lily's heart was filled with resentment and resistance the moment she heard Alexander's commanding voice. "Get in."
Gritting her teeth, she yanked open the passenger door, ready to sit down.
"Get in the back, or don't even think about leaving the Steele family."
His words were like a bucket of ice water, instantly dousing her defiance.
Lily was furious, but if Alexander wouldn't let go, she had no way of leaving peacefully. It was better not to provoke him for now and figure out a way later.
Reluctantly, she climbed into the backseat.
After all, she was still stuck under his roof. She needed to get out as soon as possible.
Once seated, she deliberately put as much space between them as she could, pressing herself tightly against the car door.
"You're holding all that. Isn't it heav
