16. Tempting Fate

Lilian entered the bedroom quietly, her footsteps light on the marble floor. The moment she entered the room she noticed Sebastian as he sat on the edge of the bed, his brow furrowed in deep thought with hands resting on his forehead. Lilian hesitated, unsure whether to speak to him or leave him to his thoughts.

Deciding to keep to herself, Lilian moved towards the bed to retrieve her pillow, intending to return to her usual spot on the floor. As she reached for the pillow, Sebastian's hand gently caught hers, stopping her in her tracks.

Sebastian looked up, his eyes meeting hers with a mixture of concern and determination. Without a word, he moved closer to her, pulling her gently towards him.

"Lilian, please," he said softly, his voice tinged with emotion. "Don't hurt me the more by wanting to sleep on the floor."

Lilian's heart skipped a beat at his unexpected gesture. She hesitated, unsure of how to respond. Despite her conflicted feelings, she found herself drawn towards him, cap