"It's your fault, right? Didn't I misunderstand when I saw you and the kids at Mr. Adelmar's house yesterday?"

Lily frowned and complained, "You're a smart girl. Do you think it's nice for us women to cause such misunderstandings? Does it sound good or look good to outsiders?"

Doris remained silent.

Lily's comment went straight to her heart. She didn't like it when people misunderstood the situation.

She continued to convince Doris by saying, "Aside from that, you know that my family is trying to set me up with Mr. Adelmar. We're going to date each other. Do you think it's appropriate for you to stand in the way?"

"Ms. Thomas, I didn't obstruct you two. I know my worth and have no illusions about him. How you two want to move forward is entirely up to you. I am not involved in it in any way."

"But everyone would have misunderstood the circumstances yesterday," Lily said with a frown.

"When Daniel returned home from your meeting, he told me that the twins weren't Mr. Adelmar's. I would have simply given up on him otherwise. Won't you indirectly ruin his love life?"


Doris wanted to make the case that they weren't dating, but it was not her place to say that. What does their relationship have to do with her?

She pondered for a moment before asking, "What exactly are you trying to say?"

Lily said softly, "From a female perspective, you should leave Hellion Bay. It's inappropriate for you and your kids to live in his house."

Doris was stunned.

I'm thinking about that. Throughout the day, when I'm not cooking, I've been thinking about this.

Today, Emmeline checked at least three times to see if I had something on my mind.

Why would Lily worry about this? That's right, I'm getting in her way. It wouldn't be in my best interests to stay in Hellion Bay.

"I'd been considering moving out, but I haven't started to look for a house yet."

Lily's eyes lit up, and she grinned broadly. She exclaimed, "I know it! You're not a fool!"

"I also find it awkward to live with Mr. Adelmar," Doris said, gazing at the teacup in her hand.

They nearly crossed a line last night, but she wasn't sure if he was doing it on purpose.

The memory of the incident made her heart race. She was embarrassed to the point of wanting to bury her head in the sand, especially when she realized she had bit his lips.

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