Chapter 39 Ethan's Darkened Expression

• Ethan's mood soured. “Mrs. Lucas, please be more careful with your words. Amelia and I have a formal engagement agreement. We are officially betrothed, and no one should speak disparagingly about Amelia.”
• Isabella, stiffening her posture, responded, “Even if you’re engaged, it’s still inappropriate. Amelia is only eighteen. It will appear quite bad if word spreads that she is living with a man. I strongly disagree!”
• Ethan’s eyes narrowed. “I admit that the first encounter with Amelia was an accident. I can guarantee that I will not have any further physical involvement with her until the wedding. Mrs. Lucas, please choose your words carefully. Amelia is your daughter, and no mother would describe her child in such a casual manner.”