Chapter 94

Hannah hesitated for a moment before changing the subject. "By the way,that girl today... is she your girlfriend?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.

Ethan nodded, confirming her suspicions. "Yes, we just made it official. If there's nothing else, I should leave now," he said, bidding her farewell.

As Ethan's figure disappeared from view, Hannah couldn't help but smile bitterly. She knew she had no right to ask for it- the sense of security Ethan provided probably wasn't meant for her.

Upon returning to his abode, Ethan immediately sought relief from the sweltering heat that clung to his skin, immersing himself in the cool embrace of a shower. His gaze fell upon the suit that Hannah had gifted him,and curiosity piqued, he decided to try it on. To his surprise,it fit him perfectly, as though tailored for him.

After packing a couple of changes of clothes, Ethan gave the suit another admiring glance before placing it carefully in his compact suitcase. Heeding Hannah's advice, he anticipated the possibility of needing it during their impending visit to Seattle.

As dawn broke, Ethan, armed with his suitcase, hailed a taxi to the lakeside villa district. Chloe and Sarah were already stationed by the roadside,awaiting his arrival. The vehicle designated to transport them to the airport was a familiar one, the same that had previously collected Chloe.However, this time, only a youthful driver was present, with no trace of Greg. Ethan, wisely refraining from probing, noticed Chloe's reluctance mirrored in her eyes. He reached out, taking her hand in his, and offered her a few comforting words.

"Alright, I'll claim the front passenger seat, leaving the back entirely to you two. Feel free to engage in a heart-to-heart. Let's not dawdle and get in the car," Sarah proposed, her gaze lingering on the affectionate pair, a hint of helplessness seeping into her tone.

Suddenly, a commotion on the roadside snapped Chloe back to reality. "Stop the car! Now!" Recognizing one of the wwomen amidst the crowd,Chloe instructed the driver without hesitation. Throughout the journey to the airport, Chloe and Ethan exchanged pleasantres, with Chloe reminding Ethan to prioritize his wellbeing and The car came to a halt at theroadside, and Chloe stepped out. Her r mind at ease?" Ethan responded, his hand gently squeezing Chloe's as he pledged with a smile.

"I'll hold you to that promise! I'll be eagerly awaiting your calls every day!"Chloe retorted, her laughter ringing out before she nestled her head onto Ethan's shoulder.

"I believe it's time you two ceased this public display of affection!" Sarah,seated in the front, couldn't resist teasing them, feigning annoyance.

"Isuspect you're simply envious!" Chloe shot back nonchalantly.The two women then engaged in playful banter, leaving Ethan caught between laughter and melancholy.

Before crossing the threshold of the security checkpoint, Ethan found himself unable to resist the sight of Chloe's reluctance. He pulled her into a warm embrace,pressing a tender kiss to her smooth forehead. "Wait for me," he implored.

"I'll be waiting," Chloe responded, her nod vigorous.

"Don't fret, I'll ensure your beloved is well taken care of!" Sarah reassured Chloe earnestly.

As Chloe watched the pair disappear into the waiting area, she turned to leave. The smile that had graced her features gradually faded,replaced by a sense of helplessness and bitterness.

During her journey back to the city, Chloe found herself lost in thought,her gaze drifting over the cityscape outside the window. Ethan's image was vivid in her mind, yet he seemed to be receding further and further from her reach. suspicions were confirmed as she spotted two women being accosted by a group of men. A flicker of conflict crossed her features; the women in question were none other than Ethan's ex-wife, Sharon, and her mother,Gabriella.