Chapter 1728

Olivia quickly turned back and tried to read Lily’s lips. Then, just after Lily finished mouthing two sentences, Edward snapped, “Why aren’t they leaving yet? Do you want them to stay and me to leave instead?”

“No, they’re waiting for the elevator. I’m closing the door now!” Olivia said it quickly, gave Lily a small nod, and then closed the door.

Seeing the door shut, Lily let out a barely audible sigh.

Wrapping his arm around her shoulders, Alexander walked with her toward the elevator and lowered his head. “So? What did you say to her?”

“I told her to call me without Edward knowing and that I’d like to speak to her alone.” Glancing back toward the door, she saw it was closed and whispered her answer.

“Without Edward knowing?” Alexander pressed the elevator button while raising his eyebrows.

“Yes!” Nodding, Lily looked at him. “Don’t you think there’s something very wrong with Edward?”

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