Chapter 186

Her House Has Been Ransacked

Lily happened to look up at just the right moment to see her godfather walk in through the front door. She stood up, called his name, and waved for him to join them. The man headed to their table and suddenly felt happy seeing Director Miller come.

Lily’s godfather was the CEO of a medium-sized company, and he was worth a lot of money. When he arrived at the table, he gave Lily a hug, shook Miller’s hand, and sat down beside him. “Director Miller!” he said, “I’m sorry for being late! I have a lot of work today. I finished first before heading here!”

“It is not a problem,” Miller replied. “I am just glad that you were able to make it. Is Lily your daughter? You seem to be close to each other?”

“She is my goddaughter,” he explained. “I am very proud of the young woman she’s grown up to be.”

“I can see why. She has gained my respect in a very short time,” Miller said as he raised his glass to toast them all. “Let’s celebrate th