Chapter 260
Upstairs, Nicole and Amelie heard the commotion below and came down to investigate.
Amelie’s expression turned somewhat stern upon seeing so many people surrounding Lila.
“What is going on here?” Although she was old, her voice still carried an air of authority.
The waiter had already played the recording of Lila and Dorian’s conversation. Hearing Lila’s firm refusal, no one dared to look up.
Everyone started regretting their actions. The wealthy lady who had spoken first was now sweating nervously.
Why did she have to open her mouth?
Amelie understood the situation now and sneered. “It seems that none of you were listening when I spoke at the start of the banquet.
“Lila is a member of our family, and naturally, she is under our protection.
“This little farce today will be thoroughly investigated. We will hold anyone involved in it fully accountable!”
Lila caught a glimpse of Shannon, whose expression had stiffened briefly. Shannon seemed bright, but how could her actions be so thoughtless?
Did she really dare to take matters into her own hands like this?
But this had nothing to do with Lila. She wasn’t about to play the hero.
After all, she was being framed here.
Some people who had previously speculated that Kieran was with Lila because of Amelie’s influence became even more convinced now.
Amelie was indeed protective of Lila.
Once the crowd dispersed, Amelie angrily hit the ground with her cane and scolded Kieran. “Is this how you protect Lila?”
He lowered his head. It was indeed his oversight today.
Lila quickly explained, “Grandma, this has nothing to do with Uncle Kieran. I just happened to run into Dorian, and he stopped me to talk.
“I didn’t expect it to be misunderstood. The recording just now was brought by
Uncle Kieran’s people, or else I would have been wrongly accused.”
He looked up at her, his expression noticeably gentler.
Amelie gave him a nonchalant glance, but when she looked at Lila, she appeared much happier.
Kieran truly had feelings for Lila.
Her greatest wish was for Lila to have a promising future.
Amelie
Sp Patted Lila’s hand. “No need
up
for him. The banquet is
t over. Are you staying at the Morgan residence tonight?”
“She must return to film tomorrow, so she can’t stay there,” Kieran said.
“You little brat!” Amelie was quite angry.
Amelie finally smiled when Lila reassured her that she would visit after finishing her work.
Once the banquet ended, Lila followed Kieran back to Evergreen Heights.
He had been drinking, so it was Lila who drove. The effects of alcohol only began to take hold after a while.
Lila noticed that Kieran’s eyes clearly showed signs of drunkenness.
She chuckled, almost as if coaxing a child. “Uncle Kieran, take a nap. I’ll wake you up when we get there.”
He acted like a well-behaved child, closing his eyes to rest.
Once they arrived, Lila parked the car, got out, and moved to the passenger side. She opened the door and gently tapped Kieran.
“Uncle Kieran, we’re home.
He pinched the bridge of his nose, trying to shake off the alcohol and clear his head.
Lila leaned over in front of him.
“Unbuckle your seatbelt first.
s and shower, and I’ll meet
you some hangover soup
The faint jasmine scent from her body filled the air, surrounding him.
Kieran’s gaze gradually darkened. He lowered his eyes, refusing Lila’s help to get out of the car.
Instead, he held the car door to steady himself.
Lila laughed softly. “Don’t be stubborn. Let me help you inside.”
She placed her hand on his arm and helped him toward the entrance. Suddenly, Kieran stopped.
“What’s wrong?” Lila looked at him in confusion. “Are you feeling unwell?”
Kieran stared silently at the wall to his left before saying, “Did I kiss you here?” Lila’s back stiffened, and her gaze slightly faltered.
She had no idea that two separate drunken episodes could somehow merge in a person’s memory.
“Yes… you asked me a lot of things.” She gave a hasty reply.
Kieran frowned and shook his head. “No, it’s not that. I asked if I kissed you here.”