Chapter 52

Lily was startled. She was sure that she needed help in trying to figure out what Jasper was talking about, and why he was acting so affectionate. She happened to glance towards Harold's direction, hoping that he would relieve her of her confusion, but as soon as she looked at his direction, she saw that he already had his eyes on her.

Harold's gaze could stop time.

He was green with anger.

''Here Lily. Have some more chicken fillets. They are hot and spicy, just the way you like them. I know how you like them already,'' Jasper said, handing Lily a plate of chicken.

''No. I'm good for now. Suddenly, my tummy hurts a lot. I'd pass,'' Lily told Jasper.

Jasper was surprised to hear Lily say that. Lily never got tired of having chicken. What had suddenly come over her?