Chapter 130

• Lily’s POV
• I tilted my head, burying my cheek deeper into Luna Lisa’s embrace, letting my tears fall silently. She said nothing, simply looking at me with eyes full of love and pity, gently wiping my tears over and over with her warm hands. Her hug was quiet but profoundly comforting. I felt a bittersweet mix of pain and joy from this unconditional trust and protection.
• “Lily!” A voice full of venom and disbelief shattered the moment of warmth. John Palmer, beaten down by Ethan’s pressure and the harsh truth, looked like he’d found his last outlet for rage. His bloodshot eyes glared at me, his voice twisted with fury and humiliation. “Tell me! What the hell is going on? How the fuck are you Ethan Green’s bonded partner?! You cheated on me behind my back?! When did you start hooking up with him?!”