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The Billionaire's Last Obsession series 144 Summary Lilian unexpectedly encounters Ethan at a lively stone-gambling festival in Morovia, where he is accompanied by Nancy, Joy, Carson, and other staff. Ethan is surprised but pleased to see her, while Nancy remains suspicious and somewhat hostile, especially given her unclear recognition of Lilian from a previous night. The tension between Nancy and Lilian rises when Nancy makes a snide remark about Lilian's presence at the event, implying she must have connections, which Lilian firmly rebuffs.

Ethan quickly intervenes, warning Nancy to keep quiet or face separation for the rest of the trip. As preparations begin, Lilian reveals she has carefully selected a collection of rough stones from the outer ring to be cut, demonstrating her confidence and expertise by marking the stones herself. Ethan watches with a mix of skepticism and warmth, clearly impressed by her skill and instinct. Nancy, however, dismisses Lilian's approach as naive and insists that business requires more than just gut feelings, leading to a sharp exchange between the two women.

Lilian coolly counters Nancy's condescension, emphasizing that appearances can be deceiving and that choosing stones is much like choosing people-one must be vigilant. The confrontation is cut short by Joy, who advises Nancy to let it go to avoid further conflict. Ethan lightens the mood with a teasing comment about consulting Nancy before choosing a girlfriend next time, highlighting the complex dynamics and underlying tensions among the group during the festival.

Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below Chapter 144: The Stone Gamble Lilian spun around just in time to see a man briskly approaching her. Ethan's eyes widened with genuine surprise. "Is that really you? For a moment, I thought I was imagining things." From the moment he stepped inside, Ethan had noticed a girl wearing a baseball cap. Though the brim partially shadowed her face, something about her seemed familiar enough for him to call out. Still, he hadn't fully expected it to be her. Lilian returned a polite, composed smile.

"What a small world." Trailing behind Ethan was a young woman, complaining in a whiny voice, "You just left me behind! My feet are killing me." Lilian glanced past Ethan and spotted Nancy, accompanied by Joy and Carson, with a few other staff members following close behind. She offered a faint smile. "Are you here for business or pleasure?" Ethan shrugged helplessly. "With such a huge event happening in Morovia, how could I miss it? They've never experienced a stone-gambling festival before, so I brought them along." Nancy looked at Lilian with a curious expression.

"Your friend, Ethan?" That night at the bar, Lilian had worn glasses and the lighting was dim, so Nancy hadn't gotten a clear look at her. Now, with only a baseball cap partially obscuring her face, she still couldn't place the girl. Before Ethan could respond, Carson stepped forward with a smirk. "Ms. Lilian, we meet again." Lilian returned a distant smile. "Mr. Carson. It really is a small world." She had never been fond of Carson-perhaps because of Jill. At the very least, she didn't think highly of his taste in women.

Nancy finally scrutinized Lilian more closely and said, "You're the girl who was at the bar with Ethan's sister that night." There was something about Lilian's expression that rubbed Nancy the wrong way, especially given how warmly Ethan was treating her. Lilian nodded calmly. "That's me. Nice to meet you." Nancy's smile sharpened. "Girls these days... showing up at events like this. You must have some connections." Lilian's gaze cooled. "That's really none of your business. However I got here isn't something you need to worry about." Nancy's face flushed with irritation.

She opened her mouth to retort- But Ethan cut her off sharply. "Enough. If you want to stick around, keep your mouth shut. Otherwise, we'll be going our separate ways for the rest of this trip." Though the others might not realize it, Ethan certainly did-Lilian didn't need anyone's help to be here. Nancy's comment had been like a slap in the face. Nancy froze, visibly upset, but wisely kept quiet. She knew better than to provoke Ethan's temper. Ethan turned back to Lilian and said softly, "Don't mind her." Lilian responded with a gentle smile but said nothing.

Just then, a staff member rolled over a cart piled high with rough stones. "Ms. Lilian, everything's ready." Ethan eyed the cart. "All of these are yours?" Lilian nodded with calm assurance. "Yeah. I picked them out from the outer ring. I'm heading over to cut them now." Ethan grinned. "Well, since we're old friends, if anything good comes out of this and you're selling, I want first dibs." Lilian smiled back. "Sure, if the price is right." Ethan shook his head, amused.

"Still the same little money grabber." They made their way toward the cutting area, with the others trailing behind, eager to watch the process they'd never seen before. The cutting zone was bustling with people-some gambling on their stones, others simply observing the spectacle. Lilian and her group found an available cutting machine. She laid her stones carefully on the platform. The stone mason glanced at them and asked, "Do you want me to mark the cutting lines?" Lilian picked up a pen and casually sketched a few lines herself.

"Just follow these." In truth, she could assess the potential of each stone with a single glance. Ethan watched her mark the stones with a hint of skepticism. "You sure about that?" After all, stone gambling was serious business. Lilian replied confidently, "I'm sure. I've got a pretty good gut instinct." She added a playful wink. Ethan's gaze softened as he looked at her, warmth and indulgence shining in his eyes-completely unaware of how tender his expression had become. Nancy noticed the look on Ethan's face and her own eyes darkened. Her tone turned sharp and cutting.

"Little girl, stone gambling isn't about gut feelings. If all businesspeople relied on instinct, they'd go broke. Don't try so hard to show off. Stick to things you actually know." Lilian caught the sarcasm easily. Her voice was casual but firm. "That's really none of your business, especially since we barely know each other." Then, turning to Ethan, she added with a sly smile, "Picking stones and picking women-same rule. You've got to keep your eyes wide open.

Don't get fooled by appearances." "You-!" Nancy's face flushed with fury, but before she could respond, Joy tugged at her arm and whispered, "Let it go. We'll talk later." Joy had been watching the entire morning. It was clear this girl was not someone to mess with-and Ethan's attitude only made that more obvious. If Nancy kept pushing, it would only end badly. Ethan chuckled softly. "Got it.

Next time I pick a girlfriend, I'll run her by you first." Conclusion The chapter delicately explores the tension and unspoken history between Lilian, Ethan, and Nancy, highlighting the subtle power dynamics at play. Lilian's composed confidence and sharp wit reveal a woman who is both self-assured and unafraid to stand her ground, even when faced with scrutiny and thinly veiled hostility. Ethan's protective yet warm demeanor toward Lilian underscores the deep bond they share, contrasting sharply with Nancy's jealousy and insecurity, which only serve to heighten the emotional stakes.

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