Chapter 87

• Lewis knocked softly on Lily's room door, his intent to comfort her after the confrontation with Ethan. There was no reply from inside. After a brief pause, he pushed the door open and walked in. Lily was standing near the window, her back partially to him, looking out into the distance. Her posture conveyed upset, her shoulders slightly slumped as if the weight of her emotions was bearing down on her.
• Lewis walked toward her quietly, his footsteps soft on the carpet. Lily sensed him coming closer, and she turned to face him. Her expression was guarded, her eyes showing the turmoil of emotions she'd been through with Ethan. "Lewis, you should leave," she said, her voice cold, a stark contrast to the warmth Lewis had expected after wanting to comfort her.
• Lewis was taken aback by her behavior. He'd wanted to console her, to tell her how much he cared for her, how much he loved her, and how he'd stay by her side no matter what. Despite her cold demeanor, he continued to approach her, hoping to bridge the distance she was trying to create. He tried to touch her hand, a gentle gesture meant to show his affection and support.