Arthur gave the response he had prepared long ago.
"I want you to find someone who truly makes you happy, someone you like."
"Is that all?" Lily pressed, unwilling to give up.
"Yes."
Lily looked at Arthur's profile, but his expression was unnervingly calm, giving nothing away. She lowered her head, feeling as though the heart that had been bouncing around inside her was suddenly ripped out, leaving her empty.
There was nothing more to confirm.
Lily didn't feel the same intense sadness and disappointment she had the first time she tried to gauge Arthur's feelings. Maybe the recent turmoil had made her stronger, less easily crushed, or perhaps she was just numb.
The car drove to the airport, where a private jet and Arthur's assistant, Lee, were already waiting.
Lily requested a priva
