Chapter 156
- Daniel moved his head back and opened his eyes. Lily was looking at him with tears in hers; her lower lip was quivering. "Daniel," she squeaked out softly. "I-I love you...don't ever leave me, please?"
- He gave her a sad smile and kissed her gently on the lips before hugging her close to him. "I love you too, Lily. I promise that I won't ever leave as long as you'll have me."
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