"Fine. She's beautiful and accomplished, right? There are many like her in the world. Why can't I be one of them?"

The incident quickly spread online.

Momentarily, the topic of Lilah surpassed the truth about Trey's plagiarism as the top trending topic.

Everything was clarified. With his name cleared, Trey could finally hold his head high.

However, Lilah was deeply troubled. Someone swiftly discovered her new phone number and posted it online. She was inundated with calls before returning home.

She needed to change her phone number.

“What's wrong? Are you unhappy?" Lilah switched off her phone and regarded the melancholic man before her, resting her chin in her hand.

Gerard's expression darkened. Evidently, he was in a foul mood.

"Nothing." He stared out the car window.

The elderly men and Jerrold watched the commotion from behind.

Lilah would have to talk to Gerard later after they returned.

"Stop the car," Gerard suddenly commanded in a cold tone.

Calvin jumped, bringing the car to a sudden halt. He turned back, asking, "Mr. Harris, what's wrong?"

Before Calvin could finish, Gerard pulled Lilah out of the car and faced Calvin. "Take everyone back."

Calvin nodded without hesitation. Afraid to linger, he hit the gas, and the car sped away.

Oh, Gerard's eyes were terrifying just now.

Lilah felt confused as she watched their car drive off quickly.

“What's the matter?" she asked, turning to Gerard.

Gerard took her hand firmly and confessed slowly, "I regretted my decision."

Lilah felt a wave of dread wash over her.

Gerard's hand was cool at first, but as he held her tightly, warmth spread between them.

“Maybe I've been too indulgent with you," he said, looking down at her with a strong sense of possessiveness.

When they had started dating, he had vowed not to meddle in her life but to be there for her, encourage her, and assist in achieving her dreams.

However, seeing her progress steadily, earning admiration and respect from many, his heart began to ache.