Chapter 268 Rather Dir

• Late at night, Ethan wearily found his way home, the silence enveloping the house in its usual stillness. Carefully shedding his suit and tie, he ventured further inside, where the quiet darkness was abruptly shattered by the sudden flicker of light, revealing Bella.
• “Ethan,” she purred, her voice hanging in the air. He, in turn, questioned, “It’s late, why are you still up?”
• “I was waiting for you,” she explained, her eyes betraying a hint of longing. Ethan released a sigh and continued toward the foyer, intending to Just ignore her and retreat for the night.