CHAPTER 24

LILIANA POV

I stood up and tried to compose myself. My eyes were about to release the tears that I am trying to hold back. Xavier moved closer to check on me.

"Lily," he touched my face.

"Xavier, sorry. I- I'm fine don't worry. I just remember the things that happened to us these past few days. Sorry, I am just emotional," I explained. I hope he will believe my reasons.

"Lily, if this is because of what my father told you last time, please erase that from your thoughts. I don't want you to remember him and everything he told you," he continued.

I nodded. I need to think of a good reason for him to believe me. I don't want him to know about detective Nam. Not by this time.

"Lily, I loved you so much you know that. I am willing to risk my life just to protect you and our relationship. If it means that I need to betray my own family, I will do that for you," his eyes spark. I can see the sincerity in his eyes.

"Please don't be mad at your dad Xavier. I don't want you to hate him because