All Chapters of Chains of Desire, Bonds of Love: Chapter 111 - Chapter 120

They didn't just visit the panda exhibit; they also went to the giraffe, hippo, and lion and tiger enclosures, covering the entire zoo. Before they knew it, the afternoon had arrived. Julian, feeling they had seen enough, held Olivia and glanced at his watch. He suggested to Lily, "How about we go for lunch? This little one was too fussy to eat breakfast this morning and must be starving by now." The day was blessed with bright sunshine, adding a touch of warmth to the cold winter day. The sunlight fell on Lily's face, casting a peachy glow on her fair complexion. Hesitant at first, she had planned to leave early, but seeing Olivia clinging to her hand, her heart softened, and she reluctantly nodded in agreement. Julian Sterling played his trump card with the child, confident that Lily Parker wouldn't refuse. And indeed, she didn't. Julian's eyes crinkled with a smile, the faint lines at their corners revealing his contentment. Today was probably the most relaxed he had felt in a l

"Auntie!" Lily turned around to see Julian and Olivia standing not far away, waiting for her. It seemed fate always brought them together. She told herself that today would be the last time. Once back in her hometown, she would cut off all ties here, treating it all like a long, bittersweet dream. The art exhibition was crowded and stuffy. After just one round, they were sweating. Julian, who disliked crowded places, suggested leaving. Lily was more than eager to leave, feeling uneasy around him, fearing his kindness was a facade and that he might suddenly lash out at her. When they reached the leisure area on the first floor, Olivia started to act up, refusing to leave without having some sweets. Julian sternly warned her, "Eating too many sweet things will make all your teeth fall out." Whether his words were educational or not, they amused Lily. Who loved sweets more than Julian Sterling himself? It was like the pot calling the kettle black. As she smiled faintly, recalling Jul

The events of the previous day still haunted her.The desperate criminal, cornered, had brandished a knife at the police, threatening them. Lily had been choked unconscious by his strong grip. Julian Sterling arrived with eyes as cold as glaciers. He had asked Eleanor to take care of the child and spoke with the police, who were trying to disperse the crowd and calm the criminal, waiting for the right moment to act. In a flash, Julian had pounced from behind, overpowering and twisting the man's arm until it seemed to break. The criminal's face twisted in pain as he screamed. Julian, his eyes blood-red like a demon from hell, continued to pummel him until he was restrained. If not for the intervention, the criminal might not have survived.Eleanor had followed the ambulance to the hospital, and Julian had come too, holding the child who cried incessantly. At the hospital, the doctors confirmed the child was just scared, but Lily had injured her throat. Seeing the bruises on Lily's neck

At noon, Margret Parker arrived, bringing Lily's favorite fruits and a comforting meal of millet porridge mixed with pickled radish. Lily, restricted to a liquid diet, managed to eat two hearty bowls. Margret rubbed her frozen hands together, looking at her daughter with a mix of love and concern, "Look at you, how thin you've become! Your father and I were terrified yesterday. What would we do if something happened to you?"Lily's eyes filled with deep remorse, "Mom, I'm sorry... How's dad?"Margret replied, "He's much better, just a bit unsteady on his feet. He's always been the stoic type, not much for words, but he's been worried sick. I didn't let him come because of his mobility issues. We were planning to go back home in a few days, but with your current condition, I'm afraid we can't leave just yet.""It's just a minor injury, I'll be out of the hospital soon," Lily said hoarsely, deciding to keep her pregnancy a secret for now. She just couldn't bring herself to speak of it.

Indeed, nothing could be hidden from him. This position allowed her to hear his strong, forceful heartbeat. Julian Sterling was undoubtedly dominant. Sometimes overbearing, sometimes gentle, he easily captured many women's hearts. They had been together for nearly half a year; to say he had no effect on her would be a lie. But his proclamation of love for her – how much of it was genuine, how much was comparison, and how much was defiance? And for her to fall in love with him was even more difficult. Lily lifted her head, his lips just grazing her cheek. The warm sun, breaking through the clouds, cast a soft shadow on his slightly stiff back, his face expressionless. She turned her gaze away towards the room's disarray, reflecting the hardships she had endured over the past year. After a moment of silence, she asked, "How do yo