Chapter 142

Despite Sarah's attempts to move on, the tension in the room did not dissipate. Lilith sat back in her seat, her arms folded across her chest, still visibly upset. Aria tried to engage her in conversation, but Lilith only responded with short, curt answers, clearly not interested in small talk.

As the group discussed the details of the weddings, Lilith interjected occasionally, insisting on certain traditions and customs that had to be followed at her wedding. Aria and Adam tried to compromise, but Lilith was inflexible.

As the night wore on, the group finally came to a tentative agreement about the wedding plans, but the tension between Lilith and Aria continued to simmer beneath the surface.

As the clock struck midnight, Lilith rose from her seat, ready to depart from the meeting. As she made her way to the door, Adam stopped her with a gentle touch on her arm.

"Lilith, I want to talk to you," he said softly.

Lilith hesitated for a moment before nodding. "Okay."

Adam led her to a qu