too late for a second chance novel (Lila and Dorian)

Upon hearing Zara's invitation, Teddy's eyes lit up. He eagerly looked at Lila as if he wanted to shout, "I want to go out with my idol!"

Jamie closed her eyes briefly and pulled Teddy back. "I remember you saying Ms. Hayes prefers light flavors, but I love spicy food! We rarely get to go out, so I'd like to have some spicy dishes. Is that okay, Ms. Hart?"

Lila glanced at her in surprise before breaking into a light laugh.

"That works," she said, turning to Zara with slight regret. "Since that's the case, we won't interrupt you three any longer."

Her figure was slender, and her posture perfect. With bright eyes and a beautiful smile, the light illuminated her face, making her already exquisite features appear even more radiant.

Her eyes sparkled with charm, making her an outstanding beauty.

Before anyone could respond, she had already turned to leave with her companions.

"Acting all high and mighty, as if anyone cares to eat with her! Just seeing her is enough to turn my stomach!" Darcy rolled her eyes dramatically, and her expression grew vicious.

Dorian shot her a disapproving glance. "Have you always talked to her like this?"

She was taken aback, feeling inexplicably uneasy. "No, no! I just can't stand her breaking up with you and using Ms. Parker to threaten you. Dorian, I'm just standing up for you. You can't be angry about this!"

"That's enough!" He stepped forward with a dark expression.

"What does that mean?" Darcy was incredulous.

Was he actually questioning her for Lila?

Zara didn't want to engage. She quickly caught up with Dorian while noticing the eyes on them.

She deliberately pulled Dorian closer, her demeanor intimate, resembling a lovely couple.

The onlookers fixed their gaze on them, whispering among themselves.

"Are Dorian and Zara really dating?"

"They've given each other personal items, so it must be true, right? They're both in the midst of their careers rising, so maybe they're keeping it under wraps to avoid any impact?"

"Do you think Lila left Dorian's team because of that bracelet he gifted her at the award show, hoping to make a romantic connection?"

After a quick thought, the person replied, "So, you mean she didn't allow Dorian to go public with the relationship, and they had a falling out? Isn't that a bit of an overreaction?"

Hearing outsiders discuss his relationship with Zara, Dorian felt a wave of discomfort wash over him.

He glanced at Zara's hand. He wanted to pull away but hesitated and ultimately didn't react.

When he looked up again, Lila had already walked far away.

But they could still hear the group discussing behind them.

Teddy was curious. "Ms. Hart, is what they said true?"

Lila walked gracefully, her high heels clicking against the ground and the hem of her skirt swaying with the wind.

Lila kept her gaze straight ahead. "They're half right."

Teddy's expression turned pained, as if he were about to cry.

"What's wrong? Are you moved to tears by their love?" Lila chuckled, surprised that she could casually joke about it now.noveldrama

"Does this look like I'm touched? I'm really sad.

"No one can understand! I finally got close to my idol, only to find out she was already in a relationship. I'd rather just admire her from afar!

"The worst part is that her other half is Dorian, a senior. I don't even have a chance to compete," Teddy said.

He spoke with a sense of grievance, feeling as if he might just break down and cry.

Jamie blinked vigorously at him, trying to signal him.

"Is there something wrong with your eyes? I have eye drops if you need some," he offered.

Jamie jumped up and gave him a playful smack. "Save it for yourself, stupid!" Teddy was dumbfounded.

He was heartbroken and still cared about her, and yet he was being scolded?

As they walked to the parking lot, Dorian caught up with them.