While Karl was basking in warmth and laughter, things on Morrison's side were anything but peaceful.
He'd gone hiking with Lilian that afternoon. When she got thirsty, Morrison headed down the trail to buy water. Left alone, Lilian idly picked up his phone—only to freeze when she saw the notifications.
A flood of new friend requests.
All from "people nearby."
Her chest tightened, anger flaring.
Seriously? He couldn't stand a little boredom without resorting to quick-match apps? Everyone knew those things had a sky-high cheating rate.
So this was his so-called loyalty?
And to think the lord had personally urged their marriage just this morning. With him still playing around like this, how could she ever consider marrying him?
By the time Morrison returned with water, Lilian's face was already stormy.
"Care to explain this?" she snapped, shoving the phone at him.
Morrison's expression darkened as he realized what she'd seen. He let out a steady breath, voice low.
