“Lily, I’m right here!” Anthony called out, and she finally noticed the others around her. She turned back to Joel. “Put me down first.” “A moment ago, you were begging me, and now you’re changing your tune quickly!” Joel lowered his gaze, his lips pressed into a tight line, his displeasure evident. Begging him? Liesel’s ears flushed with heat. Drinking always gets her into trouble! “Sorry, I had too much to drink…” She pouted, giving him an awkward smile as she slid down from his arms. “Hiss—” A sharp pain in her stomach made her suck in a breath. “Lily, I got the stomach medicine.” Anthony was at her side immediately, supporting her. Liesel tried to pull her hand from Joel’s grip. “Anthony, take me to the private room.” As soon as Joel let go, his hand tightened around her

