Rewrite Her Thrilling Life (Lillian and Sebastian) novel Chapter 688

**Chapter 688: An Unexpected Surprise**

Carson stood still, his gaze fixed on the girl as she walked away, her figure gradually fading into the distance. A wave of frustration washed over him. He wanted to reach out, to follow her, to bridge the gap that separated them, but he remained an observer, helpless and yearning.

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Meanwhile, at Light Estate…

Lilian had initially planned to head back to California Sunshine, relishing the thought of solitude. However, to her surprise, Unno had other ideas and drove her straight to Light Estate instead. The car ride was filled with a quiet tension, and Lilian couldn’t shake off the feeling that something was amiss.

As they arrived, she caught sight of a familiar figure standing at the entrance. Her heart leaped in her chest. “What are you doing here?” she exclaimed, her surprise evident. Sebastian’s eyes sparkled with warmth and affection as he opened his arms wide. “Aren’t you going to give your fiancé a hug?”

Without a moment’s hesitation, Lilian dashed toward him, her arms encircling his neck as she pressed her cheek against his shoulder. “Weren’t you supposed to be in Kingston? How did you manage to show up here so suddenly?” she asked, a mixture of confusion and joy dancing in her voice.

Sebastian enveloped her waist with his strong arms, resting his forehead against hers. His voice was a gentle caress as he replied, “Did I not tell you during our phone call that I’d see you tonight? How could you forget so quickly? Besides, I couldn’t bear the thought of you traveling alone, so I had to come keep you company, little girl.”

Lilian looked deeply into his eyes, feeling a swell of gratitude. “Sebastian, you are truly wonderful to me,” she said, her heart warming at his words.

His dark, obsidian eyes shone with a tenderness that made her feel cherished. “You’re my fiancée. Who else should I shower with kindness? I want to be the one who treats you better than anyone else in this world. That way, you’ll be mine forever,” he declared, a hint of possessiveness lacing his words.

Lilian felt her eyes welling up with tears. “You’re so bad! You’re going to make me cry again. I’ve already shed so many tears today. You’re not allowed to make me cry anymore,” she warned, her voice playful yet earnest.

Sebastian’s brow furrowed slightly, concern etched on his handsome features. “Was the situation with Natalie truly that severe?” he inquired, his tone shifting to one of seriousness.

Lilian nodded, her expression growing somber. “Yes, it was very bad. If Jill hadn’t found her in time, that mother and daughter would have likely harmed her. You wouldn’t believe it. When I saw Natalie, it was hard to reconcile that broken person with the vibrant girl I once knew. I wanted to tear that mother and daughter apart right then and there, but I held back. At least they received the punishment they deserved,” she recounted, her voice trembling with emotion.

As they arrived at the Yale family villa, the maid, Wang Ma, greeted them with a nervous smile, quickly stepping aside to let them in. “Miss Natalie is awake,” she announced, her voice filled with a mix of excitement and trepidation.

As they entered Natalie’s bedroom, they found a middle-aged woman seated by the bed, gently wiping Natalie’s hand. The woman had striking features, and despite the sadness etched on her face, there was a serene grace about her. She exuded a quiet strength, a stark contrast to Ginnie’s fluid softness.

Natalie looked up as they entered, a smile breaking through her sorrow. “Lilian, Jill, you came,” she said, her voice a fragile echo of her former self. Although she smiled, the light that once radiated from her was dimmed, replaced by an aura of sadness and helplessness.

“How are you feeling today?” Jill asked, her tone bright and encouraging, trying to lift the somber mood.

Natalie nodded weakly, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. “Much better. Dad says it’s all thanks to you two. Otherwise, I might never have seen you again,” she replied, her voice trembling with emotion.

Jill playfully narrowed her eyes at Natalie. “What silly talk is that? Lilian is incredible. How could she let anything happen to you?” she teased, her voice light, hoping to coax a smile from her friend.