Chapter 3

Lily spoke up, and her voice was loud enough for everyone to hear.

"What happened last time was my fault. Ms. Evans, I apologize to you. But you're the CEO of Evans Corporation, so there's really no need to make such a big deal with Mr. Quinn over a bracelet, is there?"

She continued, "I already returned it to you, and I only admire Mr. Quinn, nothing more than that. I know I'm not good enough for him. I have that much self-awareness, so you don't need to worry."

Her eyes were brimming with tears that threatened to spill over,…