Chapter 252: Say it, Lillian
No one had ever made such a bold demand of Lillian before. Lewis was the first man to propose marriage on the condition that she compel him to reveal his thoughts.
"That is a strange offer," Lillian replied, her eyes drifting to the array of pleasantries on the table. She gestured towards the refreshments. "Would you like to eat or drink something? This wine is quite rare. Mr. Blackwell should try it," she suggested.
Lillian lifted her own cup and took a few sips, savoring the taste. She noticed, however, that Lewis had not touched his wine cup.
"I thought Princess Lillian would accept the offer. She has a reputation for rejecting proposals once she knows the true intentions of the other party," Lewis remarked, leaning forward and gripping his cup tightly.
"I’ve decided not to proceed with it. You can inform Father that you’re not interested in this marriage," Lillian asserted.
She placed her cup on the table and prepared to leave the room. She couldn’t believe Lewis had concocted such a plan to make her his wife. Clearly, he had some ulterior motives, which explained why he still wanted to marry her despite knowing she was aware of his truth.
Lewis suddenly stepped into her path, forcing her to stop abruptly.
"What if Princess Lillian had never possessed such a power? Would she have doubted every second man?" Lewis arched an eyebrow, taking a step closer.
The front of his boots touched the tips of her heels. She gulped and instinctively took a step back, feeling a rare sense of intimidation that sharply contrasted with her usual confidence.