So even if she had feelings for him, it would only be for the man he used to be, not the man he was now. Julian was well aware of that truth.

But Lily’s eyes shifted, and she quickly thought of a plan. “These past few days, I’ve remembered who I am.” She swallowed hard, then told Julian everything she had recalled. She knew this man must have been through something. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have changed so drastically. That alone proved he needed her help now more than ever. If she offered him a hand, surely he wouldn’t treat her the same way he had before.

Her mind had never been clearer than it was in this moment. Julian eyed her serious expression, a hint of puzzlement in his voice. “You remembered your identity?”

“Yes.”

Lily rose slowly to her feet, an unintentional grace in her bearing that made him waver for a moment. A bold thought crossed his mind – could her background really be that impressive? If that were true, then his rise to power would be inevitable. He wouldn’t need to rely on his useless parents for anything. With Lily as an ally, he could have everything he wanted. But the next second, doubt crept back in. Pulling himself from his fantasy, he asked, “So, who exactly are you?”

At that, Lily’s energy surged. She straightened her back, her presence suddenly towering over his. Her voice was crisp. “I came from a family far more prestigious than any family in Ravenshore. And the Walton Corporation? I wouldn’t even spare it a glance.” Julian’s gaze darkened, a flicker of desire sparking in his eyes.

Chapter 1073

“I’m a princess of the Westford royal family.”

The words seemed to still the air. Julian’s eyes swept over her from head to toe, his mouth parting slightly. For a moment, he didn’t know what to say. Had keeping her locked in this room for so long messed with her head? The thought brought a twinge of guilt. After all, her beauty was something he truly admired. But if she had lost her mind, the appeal would be greatly diminished. The idea left him vaguely unsettled. Still, he said nothing – just quietly began gathering things in the room.

Lily watched in confusion. She had been expecting that look of awe from him, but instead, this was what she got. “Julian, what are you doing?”

“Packing. We can’t stay in Ravenshore. I’m taking you somewhere else.”

She frowned, not understanding. “So, you know who I am… What exactly happened to you? You can tell me. Don’t worry, I’ll help you. Take me out of here, and when I contact my family, everything will be resolved.”

Julian still ignored her words, knowing full well it was all just a fabrication. If he actually believed her, he’d be a fool. Seeing this, frustration flared in Lily’s chest. Dragging the chain at her ankle, she walked toward him.