48: What’s the Point of Insistence?

Serena was taken aback by the question. She had indeed hinted at her wishes, but whether Oliver pretended not to understand or genuinely didn’t, he never agreed. And Serena couldn't be too blunt, for fear of being labeled promiscuous. So, she had no choice but to swallow the bitter pill.

Lillian quirked an eyebrow at Serena's silent, ashen countenance. "Or is it that you can't get him to leave, so you come to bother me instead?"

At this, Serena looked up, her eyes flashing with displeasure. Lillian, however, met her gaze confidently.

"Am I wrong? You don’t have to do these unnecessary things, you know. Despite your dislike for me, you still bring me food. Are you trying to prove your magnanimity in front of him? Save your efforts. If your beloved would fall out of love over something so trivial, you might as well find a new one."

Lillian's words cut to the heart of Serena's intentions, causing her fists to clench at her sides, the urge to lash out at Lillian nearly overwhelming.

Lilli