Charles Jackson wore a displeased expression. "When Sylvia decided to enter the entertainment industry, you were the one who said you'd support her no matter what roles she took."
"What, has it only been a year and you're already reneging on your promise?"
Lila Cross let out a cold laugh. "And you once promised to marry me, to stay with me for life."
She meant to point out that if Charles could go back on his word, why should she keep hers?
But to Charles, her words carried a completely different meaning.
He first smirked triumphantly, then looked at Lila with a trace of pity. "Lila, I've made it clear—I'm a man of my status. I can't marry a woman who's already borne a child for another man."
"I understand your feelings for me, but I'm with Sylvia now. Let's just stay friends from no
