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CHAPTER 78

Author: EMPRESS KEI
last update Last Updated: 2023-01-19 03:12:46

Daniella ran towards Lilian’s room and she was surprised to see Philip Madrigal and Edwin Sanchez together with Paloma in the lobby. “Good evening everyone,” she greeted them.

“Ella! I’m glad that you’re here! Can you talk with Lilian? The brat refused to see us!” Paloma expressed her frustrations that Lilian didn’t give her the chance to correct her mistake. Her daughter wouldn’t even let her speak even a single word!

Daniella nodded and proceed inside. “Lil? Are you awake?” She asked as soon as she closed the door behind her but Lilian didn’t respond right away. She waited patiently until she stirred from her bed and opened her eyes.

“Ella…,” she whispered her sister’s name before Lilian let her tears flow freely. What she learned today was heartbreaking and she wasn’t strong enough to bear the sad news.

Daniella pulled the chair and put it beside Lilian’s bed. “You can tell me what’s hurting you, Lil.” Her voice was tender as she convinced Lilian to share her b
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