Chapter 143

Lily bit her lip. She took a deep breath before answering. "I'm not disappointed. I'm just... sad. Sad that he hid things from me. I thought we were at least friends..." She paused, shaking her head. "Doesn't matter what I thought. But there's one thing I'm clear about, Jacob. I still haven't divorced David. There's no way I'll be with another man while I'm tied to him. And even after I get divorced... I have no intention of being with anyone." Jacob frowned slightly. "Why?" "Because I already gave my entire youth to David and his company. My love, my time, everything. And in return, I got nothing but betrayal. Now..." Her lips curved into a sad smile. "Now it's my time to shine. For myself. Not for any man." For a moment, Jacob didn't say anything. His chest ached at her words. Then, slowly, he whispered, "I'll support you. No matter what. Always." Lily let out a small laugh. "You sound like a big brother comforting his little sister." He chuckled too, but deep inside, her laugh cut h