Chapter 266

• Taylor was jolted awake by the sound of Ivy’s sobs. Alarmed, he quickly sprang up from the couch and hurried over to her. "Ivy, what's wrong? Why are you crying?" he asked, his voice filled with concern as he gently rubbed her back.
• Ivy struggled to respond, her tears flowing uncontrollably. Suddenly, a soft yet familiar voice broke through the tension. "Don't cry, Ivy. I'm okay..." Lily reassured weakly.
• Taylor's eyes widened in disbelief. "Sister?" he whispered, his voice catching in his throat. Tears welled up as he gazed at her. He had tried to stay strong in front of everyone yesterday, but seeing her now, the floodgates opened. Lily was his only family, and the thought of losing her had been unbearable.