Madeline's heart pounded. If Carter saw her, she and Lillian would not only be unable to leave but also face even more difficult troubles.

She raised her hand to cover Lillian's little head. “Lily, get closer to me and don't look up. Be a good girl.”

She whispered and immediately turned around while holding Lillian.

Madeline heard the elevator doors opening completely, and Carter's footsteps came not far behind her.

Worried that Carter would recognize her back, Madeline did not dare to walk