Wiping the tear stains off her face, she put her black-framed glasses back on.
Her mystifying peach blossom eyes were hidden, and she regained her initial aloof demeanor.
Once her emotions had settled, Lily Gray took a deep breath and raised her gaze. "Mr. Cooper, I'm ready now. What did you want to talk about?"
She was still held in his embrace, seemingly intimate.
But once her tears had dried and reason returned, she armored herself with an indifferent mask again.
Aidan Lucas was not bothered, neither did he appreciate personal feelings affecting judgment during serious conversations.
His gaze darkened slightly, he looked at her delicate face and spoke softly, "There's a question I'd like to ask you... Do you want revenge?"
Lily Gray was taken aback, doubting her own ears.
Her reason for seeking Aidan Lucas was clear, but she thought that it would not be so easy to convince him. Yet now, he was the one asking her this question.
"Are you willing to help me?"