CHAPTER 40: UNEXPECTED TURN OF EVENTS

Lily’s Point of View

I followed Thomas, my curiosity growing with every step. What on earth could he have planned, and why was he leading me to my room? As he opened the door, I stepped inside and froze. My room had been transformed into what looked like a high-end boutique. There were rows of elegant dresses on sleek hangers.

“What is this?” I asked, stunned, my eyes scanning the shocking and beautiful display.

“For you, my lovely Lily,” he said, his voice smooth and proud. “Go ahead, explore.”

I hesitated for a second, but then my fingers moved to the clothes, shuffling through them. Each outfit was stunning, designer dresses I’d only ever seen in magazines. A black Balenciaga, a striking blue Givenchy, a pink Thom Browne that looked like it would fit me perfectly. My eyes wandered to a gray Louis Vuitton handbag sitting casually among the clothes, and I couldn’t resist picking it up, admiring the smooth leather.

But then I remembered—Thomas was watching me. His presence reminded m