Chapter 7

Lilian went down for dinner. As usual, all the maids had gone home. She walked quietly to the dining table but as she approached, she could make out the shadow of a figure just round the final corner. Maybe a maid was still around working or the chef was leaving her plate out for her? She entered and saw Damian seated calmly. Why was the world trying to punish her? Hadn't she seen enough of him for one day? She hesitated before she took her seat.

Damian had a plate of food in front of him. Was he going to eat with her? Why? 

"Nice of you to finally join me," he said expressionlessly. "Seems you like to eat alone." Lilian didn't say anything. She was really tired. Even though she had been thinking about him a few minutes ago, nature always had its way. She didn't need this right now. What she needed was a good meal and sleep. If she was following him to work tomorrow, then she needed it.

Lilian took her cutlery and began to eat wordlessly. Damian watched her an