Chapter 16- Date with the Don

As soon as the words escaped her lips, she dashed out of the room, slamming the door behind her. I stood frozen, like a deer caught in headlights, feeling as if I had just witnessed a horror film unfold.

I walked over to the mirror, staring at my reflection. Dark circles under my eyes revealed the toll of sleepless nights.

I was still wearing Lily’s clothes from earlier, and I realized I had no other options. A shiver ran down my spine as Harper's words echoed in my mind.

I struggled to comprehend what she had said; her voice was filled with pain, and my mind raced with questions.

Why would she love a man who had caused her so much hurt?

Before I could delve deeper into my thoughts, there was a knock at the door.

"Please come in," I called out. The door slowly opened, and a maid entered, a subtle smile gracing her face. I acknowledged her with a nod in return.

"The designer is here to prepare you," she informed me.

"Designer?" I inquired, and my interest sparked. I had no clue w