“Xavier Seymour as of today has taken over the Allard Corporations,” the fair reporter on the TV announced and Lily’s blood ran cold. The room that was previously filled with chatters and soft laughs instantly died down and their gazes rooted to the tv.

“Did I hear that right?” Lincoln was the first to break the ice and everyone’s gaze slowly flicked to Lily, who was still staring at the TV with wide eyes.

Sensing everyone’s gaze on her, she forced out a laugh and looked away from ...