How Long Until My Time Runs Out?
No, give the ring to Lily," I said.
I was dying. There was no future wedding for me.
"Lily loves you. After the surgery, you should still hold a ceremony for her. It'll help her recover. We can talk about marriage when she's better."
Seeing how sensible I was, even my usually silent father sighed with relief.
"You've grown up, Olivia. You're acting like a true elder sister now—humble and considerate."
He paused before continuing, "We waited seven days to rescue you, hoping you'd reflect. Stop bullying Lily. She's younger and lost her family early. We need to give her more love and understanding, not to make her feel jealous or rejected."