Gerard nodded, clutching Lilah's hand, while she held onto Jerrold's.

"You didn't have to go through this trouble. I could've made the reservation," Gerard whispered into Lilah's ear.

"No, I want to do something for you too. It can't always be one-sided," Lilah responded earnestly, believing that a healthy relationship required both partners to contribute.

“Sweetheart, what should I do?" Gerard gazed at her, his eyes darkening.

Lilah tilted her head, bewildered.

“I've noticed that the longer I spend with you, the deeper my love grows," he admitted, his voice husky and irresistibly sexy, tugging at Lilah's heartstrings.

Her cheeks flushed. She cleared her throat and replied, "I love you too."

At these words, Jerrold lifted his cherubic face and fixed his beautiful eyes on Lilah.

Amused, Lilah chuckled and ruffled Jerrold's hair. "Jerrold, I love you too."

“I Love Mommy too," Jerrold chimed in, his happiness evident as he rubbed her hand Like an adorable, soft creature.

As they walked down the corridor, a door swung open, revealing a familiar figure stepping out.

Vida gazed into Lilah's eyes, and both of them wore expressions of surprise.

Yet, a wave of anxiety washed over Vida, while Lilah averted her gaze with indifference.

Without hesitation, Vida halted Lilah and spoke softly. "Lilah, there's something I need to tell you."

Gerard turned his attention toward Lilah. If she showed reluctance, he planned to swiftly arrange for someone to escort Vida away.

After pondering for a brief moment, Lilah addressed Gerard. "Take Jerrold inside first."

“Sure thing," he replied. With respect for her decision, Gerard accompanied Jerrold and left the scene.

Lilah regarded Vida with a frosty demeanor. "It's been a while. However, I'm not certain we have anything left to discuss, do we?"

Vida's once-elegant visage appeared worn and weary. She clasped Lilah's hand and pleaded, "Lilah, I understand you resent me. It truly was my fault back then. I was under a dark influence. I acknowledge the company can't thrive without you. Please reconsider.

We're all waiting for your return."

Following Lilah's departure, the designers began to desert the sinking ship. The company's orders dwindled rapidly, and within just a month, bankruptcy loomed ominously overhead.

There was simply nothing Steven, in his new role, could do to salvage the company's dire situation.

For a jewelry company, the absence of a powerhouse designer spelled near disaster.

Nights became restless for Vida. It was only then that she grasped the gravity of her past mistakes. Lilah shone wherever she went, but without her, the company was inevitably hurtling toward bankruptcy.