Chapter 1881-1890
Ethan respected her, so he gave her the space and tform needed for her to achieve her dreams.
Josephine couldn’t talk to him about work. If she told him about her situation, he would fire all the
people who crossed her, and thepany would be left with no people to run it. That would be bad for
work. “Work’s fine, really.” Josephine smiled.
“Yeah. Don’t worry about anything else. I’m looking forward to your show.”
“I’m preparing for it. It’ll be done soon.” Josephine picked up her ss and raised it. “Thank you,
honey.”
Ethan raised a toast as well. “No problem.”
They went shopping at a nearby mall after dinner. Ethan thought Josephine needed more clothes.
Jenna had been waiting in the car, so when she saw the couple, she and her bodyguards followed
them.
Josephine wanted to let her hair down too and walking around was good for digestion. The problem
was that Ethan stood out too much. A lot of women were staring at him, and Josephine had half the
mind to take him home right away so these women couldn’t see him. Ethan had a peculiar shopping
style. Most people would pick the things they wanted, but he would pick the ones he didn’t want and
buy everything else. It didn’t take long for him to pick all the clothes and bags the shop had to offer, and
Josephine couldn’t stop him.
Jenna was standing outside taking photos surreptitiously, especially the ones where Josephine held
Ethan’s hand as she stopped him from buying more. However, in the photo, it looked like Josephine
was asking Ethan to buy more. Yep. Photos are more deceptive. Jenna looked at the photo and
smirked. She could see that Josephine was trying to stop Ethan from buying more, but Ethan led her to
more aisles and bought everything money could buy. If he could, he would’ve bought the whole shop.
Jenna loved shopping too, and she loved this particr brand, but she wasn’t rich enough to shop like
Ethan. The Quarles Family had enough money tost them for centuries, while her family only got rich
because they buttered up to the Quarles Family. Her mother would even restrict her allowance. She
envied Josephine for all the love she was shown. I wish that were me.
After following the couple and taking photos and videos of them, Jenna was exhausted. She went back
to the hotel and sent those photos to Donna.
Donna called her right after that, and Jenna picked up the call. “Hey, Mrs. Quarles.”
“Where’s Ethan?”
“Are youing over?” Jenna asked quickly. She could tell that Donna was angry.
“That woman is going to take him away from me. Of course, I’ming.”
I knew it. She’s going to stop her son from dating a gold digger. “Don’t tell him I took the pictures,
alright?”
“You helped me, so of course, I won’t. Wait for me,” said Donna.
Jenna texted her the country and city she was in, and then she waited happily for Donna’s arrival. Let’s
see what Josephine will do. Donna’s a feisty woman. I wonder if Ethan will take his mother’s side or an
outsider’s side. Oh, I really want to see Donna teaching that woman a lesson.
The night was peaceful. After taking a shower, Josephine took a book and sat beside the French
window to read, while Ethan went to the study to work. He might be on vacation, but some of the more
important work must be done by him. He was so engrossed in his work that he forgot about the time,
and when he realized it, it was already midnight. He closed hisptop.
He went to the second floor and noticed Josephine sleeping on the couch covered by nothing but a
nket, and he med himself for not noticing the time sooner. I should’ve told her to not wait for me.
She would be sleeping on a bed right now instead of a couch.
Ethan approached her, then he stared at her face that was illuminated by the light. Josephine had a
beautiful face, but she looked adorable when she was asleep. Her skin was smooth and silky as milk
and her facial features were softly defined. He couldn’t take his eyes off her. Her beautiful arms slid
through the sleeves of her oversized robes, and she looked that bit alluring in this state.
Ethan felt like ying a prank on her to wake her up, and then they would have a bit of fun in the night.
Just as he picked her up to carry her to the room, Josephine woke up.
When she realized it was him holding her, she closed her eyes, and a sweet smile curled her lips.
“Are you sure you’re sleepy?” asked Ethan.
“Yeah,” said Josephine. Ethan kept kissing her neck, and it stirred something in her. She protested,
“Hey, stop it. It tickles.”
Ethan didn’t listen. He kept doing what he wanted, so Josephine was already wide awake before they
even got to their bed. After he ced her on the bed, he pinned her down, and she saw the light of
desire glinting in his eyes. She gasped. He’s going to do it even when I’m asleep? I guess I’ll have to
really pretend to be asleep next time.
She couldn’t pretend to be asleep this time since Ethan saw her wake up, and he wouldn’t let her fall
asleep after he spent so much time waking her up.
Josephine felt like a fire was lit up in her, and she wanted to burn with Ethan too.
“You’re so beautiful,” said Ethan. He loved Josephine’s looks. She was beautiful and lively.
Happy about being praised, Josephine let him kiss her. They did it all around the room, from the bed to
the bathroom. The next morning, Josephine asked for a half-day off since she couldn’t get out of bed.
…
Jenna got a message after she woke up. It was from Donna, and she said she was already boarding
the flight. Jenna smirked. Donna will be here in eighteen hours. Then it’s time for Josephine to step
aside.
Ethan didn’t get any news about his mother’s visit. Donna made sure it was a secret—she told
everyone not to tell Ethan about it. She wanted to check out her son’s rtionship, but even before she
came, she had decided that this woman was not to be allowed to date her son.
She had three criteria for her son’s partner. One, they must have good character; two, they must not be
materialistic; and three, they must love her son more than his money, for anyone who loved money
more than her son was selfish and greedy. Obviously, she thought this girl failed her litmus test, so she
wanted to tell her son to break up with her.
Josephine came to work. She would be taking over Ain’s show. Since the episode that was airing now
was recorded prior, Josephine still had time to train and prepare for the takeover. She changed into her
work attire and sat in the studio. Even though she was a little nervous, she presented herself to be
calm andposed.
Tori stepped into the studio to watch. She heard that this was Josephine’s first show and was here to
watch how Josephine would embarrass herself. However, she would be disappointed, as Josephine
presented herself perfectly to the camera. She was the perfect candidate for the job.
After Josephine read the first line, the producer gave her a thumbs up. “Good show, Josephine. That’s
a great performance for a first-timer.”
“Thank you.” Josephine smiled.
Tori crossed her arms, feeling disappointed. It was frustrating that Josephine didn’t embarrass herself.
She had to say that this woman had talent, and she was worried that Josephine might take over her
spot if she became more popr in thepany.
She was the host of prime-time news, and that was the most important show for thepany.
Josephine was sipping some water when she saw Ethaning into the studio holding a bouquet of
roses. Happily, she smiled.
Everyone looked at the entrance, after which they became nervous. They couldn’t believe Ethan would
come here, and he was holding a bouquet of flowers too.
Tori saw Ethan, and she quickly straightened herself out, then she put on her most dazzling smile.
“Hello, Mr. Quarles.”
Ethan only nced at her before he turned to look at Josephine, then the producer approached him.
“The recording went well. Josephine did a good job.”
Ethan smiled and nodded proudly. “I knew she could do it.”
Josephine was sitting under a beam of light, her clothes showing off her perfect curves. Her face
seemed to shine under the light, and a hint of healthy red tinged her skin. She was perfect for the
camera.
Tori watched this scene unfold, and she was reminded of what she saw on the monitor of the film
camera earlier. She had to say that Josephine was a great presenter as she looked good on camera
and had a memorable voice.
When Josephine left the studio, Ethan presented her with the flowers. He then wrapped his arm around
her shoulder and kissed her forehead, his eyes filled with love.
Everyone envied Josephine for getting a boyfriend who loved and spoiled her so much.
Josephine wrapped her arm around Ethan, and her female colleagues almost went green with envy.
They would love to be in her spot. If they could even touch Ethan once, they would die happy.
That night, Ethan threw a celebration, and he even bought a set of jewelry for Josephine. It might be
expensive, but it was nothing to Ethan. If Josephine refused it, it would be disrespectful to their
rtionship, so she took it.
Unbeknownst to Ethan, Jenna had taken a few photos of him picking out the jewelry for Josephine in
the afternoon. She wanted to get more ‘evidence’ to show Donna that Josephine was just a
materialistic woman who kept asking Ethan to buy things for her.
After dinner, Ethan took Josephine back to the vi, which was like their secret garden. It was where
they could enjoy each other’s love and embrace without worries.
Josephine was still munching down on some fruits when Ethan took them away from her. Sheepishly,
she said, “Ethan, you…”
Ethan bit down on the fruit and tossed her a look of allure. Josephine couldn’t resist that, so she
pounced on him and pinned him down.
This position excited Ethan, and he gulped. He put his hand behind Josephine’s head and pressed his
lips against hers. It was obvious that Josephine did not manage to get her fruit back.
Josephine started getting handsy too. Oh my God, his abs. His body feels so good. Mmm, I love this.
Josephine might be reserved most of the time, but she always let herself go when her switch was
turned on. Ethan easily woke the sleeping passion within her.
Noticing her being handsy, Ethan asked hoarsely, “Having fun?”
“Yep. And you’re not letting anyone else touch you, get it?” dered Josephine.
Ethan smiled. “Of course. I’m yours forever.”
Happy, Josephine leaned down and kissed him. All of a sudden, he picked her up, and she reflexively
wrapped her legs around him. Panicked, she said, “No. I have a report to write.”
“You’re the boss’ wife. You don’t have to write any reports.” Ethan chuckled. He wouldn’t let her go that
easily.
No. That report will be needed tomorrow. She pleaded, “Please, just give me half an hour. You can do
anything to me after that.”
Ethan narrowed his eyes, wondering if this was a good deal. He asked, “Are you sure I can do
anything?”
Josephine gulped. Well, this is going to be bad. He’s taking advantage of me, and nothing good ever
comes from that. However, I’m not scared. Not like he can gobble me up. He’ll always let me go if I just
cry a little. Josephine had a few tricks up her sleeves, and she wasn’t afraid to use them. “Yep.” She
nodded.
Ethan put her down, and Josephine grabbed herself a ss of water before she darted off to do her
report. She could not get into it at first, for she kept getting distracted by Ethan. In the end, she forced
herself to power through and finish it in half an hour. After that, she deliberately hid in her room.
However, Ethan had been counting down. If she refused toe out, he would have to go in. When
she noticed what he was doing, she chuckled. “I’m not done yet.”
“Time’s up. If you’re not done, you’ll have to leave it.” He then picked her up from the chair.
Josephine closed herptop and looked at him. “What will you do to me?”
“What do you say?” asked Ethan. “What would you like me to do?”
She was getting a bit intoxicated just listening to his voice that was so velvety. She wrapped her arms
around his neck. “Whatever you want.” She got a little excited, but then Ethan took her to the couch
and she panicked. He’s going to do it right here? That’s a bit embarrassing. “We should take this back
to the room.”
“I get to pick the spot,” Ethan dered. I get to do whatever I want.
Josephine couldn’t argue. She was the one who suggested this, so she had to take it. Thus, a fun night
began.
…
Jenna and her bodyguards were receiving Donna from the airport. They were waiting outside the VIP
passage, and after a while, Donna appeared. Walking behind her were two female bodyguards. Donna
was wearing a long, beautiful dress, and her essories looked elegant and expensive. She was the
lady of a rich family, and every move she made sang of elegance.
Jenna hugged her. “You’re here, Mrs. Quarles.”
“Take me to Ethan,” said Donna.
While they were on their way, Jenna showed Donna the picture she took the day before. “Ethan got her
some jewelry. I bet she kept asking him for it, and he picked it for her himself.”
“He wouldn’t even do it for me! And now he’s picking gifts for another girl?” Donna was a little jealous
that her son was treating another woman so well.
“You have to stop them from seeing each other, or he’s going to be her ve.”
“My son isn’t that worthless.” Donna was wondering how she should settle this.
“You can’t show her mercy, but still, be prepared. I bet she’s going to ask for somepensation.”
Donna hated women like that the most. Even though she was rich, she would not let herself get taken
advantage of.
“We should get a room at the hotel. I’d like to make some observations myself.” I should check it out
with my own eyes first, Donna thought.
The next day, Josephine went to work as usual. It was her second show, and she was getting better at
it too. The producer didn’t forget to praise her. “We’re going to throw a celebration tonight. Can you ask
Mr. Quarles to join us?” asked the producer.
“Tonight?” Josephine smiled.
“Yes. Short notice, and it’s only for our department.”
Josephine nodded. “I’ll text him.” She then texted Ethan, and he said he could go. “He can make it,”
said Josephine.
Happy, the producer said, “Great. Looking forward to tonight.”
The news made its way to Tori. She was donning her earrings, and she froze for a moment. “What? Are
you sure Mr. Quarles will be there too?”
“Yes. Josephine asked him, and he said he’lle.”
Tori looked into the mirror and smiled. I’m going to dress myself up and take all the attention away from
Josephine.
At 5.30PM, the excitement started to fill the air in the office. The employees were looking forward to the
gatheringter since their boss made reservations at an expensive restaurant. Their performance was
great that month and they wanted to celebrate Josephine joining them, so thepany spent a ton of
money on this.
A lot of the workers clocked off early just to get changed. Of course, they had to doll themselves up!
Thedies had heard that Ethan was going to be there, so even though they weren’t expecting any
surprises tonight, they wanted to dress up just for Ethan.
Josephine didn’t go back. She had a report to write, and she did not need to captivate Ethan anyway.
This was just another dinner for her.
Tori was already in the boutique downstairs, picking out the best dress for the night. A ck, shining
dress caught her eye, and she took it. “I’ll have this one.”
“Sure. We’ll style you up after you get changed.”
Tori got changed and asked someone to style her up. Once they were done, Tori radiated the air of a
goddess, and the staff member praised her, “You’re beautiful. I bet you’ll be the star of the show
tonight.”
“She’s beautiful and hot. Is someone you like going to show up tonight?”
Tori smiled in the mirror. “Yep.”
“Oh my gosh, he’s so lucky. You dressed yourself up just for him.”
Tori kept admiring herself. No matter her dress or looks, she knew she would be the star of the event. I
bet Ethan will look at me.
At 5.30PM, Josephine’s phone rang. She had just finished work. When she saw who was calling, she
smiled. “Are you here already?”
“Are you done with work? Come downstairs. I want to take you somewhere.”
“What? But the event’s starting soon.”
“Which is in an hour. We have enough time before that,” said Ethan.
Josephine took her bag and said goodbye to everyone. She then left the building and saw Ethan’s car
right outside. Ethan’s bodyguard was in the driver’s seat while Ethan was standing beside the car.
She walked toward him with a smile. She hadn’t seen him for the entire day and she missed him, so
she hugged him. Ethan wrapped his arms around her as well and leaned down for a kiss, which made
her blush. She then got in the car.
An off-road vehicle was parked right beside them, and the passengers of that vehicle saw what
happened. Jenna was filled with envy, and Donna was a little surprised too. It was the first time her son
showed so much love to a woman, and she was a little jealous, to be honest.
Her son could go for two weeks without calling her once, and she was jealous that he was treating
someone else so nicely, especially when that someone was a girl she didn’t really like.
The moment Ethan drove away, Jenna said, “Follow them.” The driver obliged.
Josephine wondered where Ethan was taking her, but she got her answer when they stopped in front of
an expensive boutique ten minutester.
“Go on.”
“It’s just a regr dinner between colleagues. Do I even need a dress?” Josephine looked at him. She
didn’t really have the urge to dress up.
“Oh, it’s not just between colleagues. You’re showing up as their boss’ wife tonight,” said Ethan.
Josephine smiled. She still couldn’t get used to this new identity of hers, but she didn’t want to
disappoint Ethan. Since she had the chance to dress up now, she should take it.
They went into the boutique, and Jenna said, “See? All she does is spend his money on things like
clothes and jewelry. She never stops.”
Donna heaved a sigh. “We should leave. Let’s grab dinner. I’ll talk to her in a couple of days.”
Jenna would like Donna to settle things right here, but she couldn’t push it, so she said, “I’ll make some
reservations. You like Mediterranean food, right? I know a good ce.”
Donna nodded. She thought Jenna would make a good girlfriend for her son.
Ethan was waiting on the couch while Josephine selected her dress on the second floor. She chose a
simple white dress. The hem extended to her knees, and the sleeves extended to her elbow. She
looked elegant and beautiful in that dress.
She then sat in front of the dressing table as the stylist styled her up. As she closed her eyes, the stylist
kept praising her looks, saying that they were perfect, exotic, and yet immactely beautiful.
Josephine went downstairs after she was styled and Ethan turned around. What he saw captivated
him. Josephine was adorable even without makeup, and now she looked like a goddess. “You’re
beautiful.” Ethan approached her.
His gaze did not escape Josephine, and she felt a little shy, then she held his hand. “Let’s go.
Everyone’s waiting for us.” The group chat was asking her when she would arrive. Her colleagues were
already there and buzzing with excitement.
Thedies dressed themselves up for the event, but when Tori showed up, her beauty made them feel
inadequate. Tori was a gorgeous woman, and she looked even more beautiful in makeup. A lot of the
ladies started whispering among themselves.
“Oh my gosh, she’s beautiful.”
“Of course, she does. Mr. Quarles must being tonight.”
“But he’s Josephine’s boyfriend. This isn’t going to look good on Tori.”
Thedies didn’tment further on Tori’s actions, but they knew she dressed herself up just to attract
Ethan. She’s trying to seduce him. Guess there’ll be drama tonight.
Tori took her seat beside the main seat, which belonged to Ethan. This way, she could be close to him.
She knew people were staring at her, but she didn’t care. She remained shining and brilliant, and it
garnered a bit of attention from the men.
Josephine and Ethan had just arrived at the restaurant, and so had Atticus. He went to sit beside Tori,
though he was just here to back Ethan up. His wife wouldn’t have let him attend this event otherwise.
Thedies were wondering what kind of attire Josephine would don, and then someone opened the
door. In came Josephine, and she was holding Ethan’s arm.
They looked like a perfect match, and Tori felt like she was being mocked. She didn’t expect Josephine
to dress herself up, and she looked as beautiful and radiant as Tori, if not even more.
Josephine led Ethan to the main seat, where she noticed Tori as well as her immacte getup.
Moreover, she was sitting in the seat right beside Ethan. Josephine shot her a look. Even though Tori
felt like she was mocked earlier, she still stared back at Josephine like a triumphant peacock. No one
could see it, but there were sparks of enmity flying between thedies.
Ethan pointed at an older man. “So, what’s your position in thepany?”
“A team leader and producer, sir.” The man named Dustin Oserova stood up, feeling excited.
“Sit with me. We need to talk about work.” Ethan then looked at Tori. “Switch seats with him, please.”
Tori froze for a moment, and then she smiled. “Of course, sir.” She stood up and changed seats.
Everyone was shocked about that, for this was the first time Tori was treated like this, and Ethan
obviously did this to make sure Josephine would feel happy. Ah, he loves her. Any man would love to
be surrounded by women. The love of women is their bragging right, and yet Mr. Quarles ditched it for
his lover.
Josephine held a cup of tea and sipped from it, and then Atticus chuckled. “We should make our
orders, sir.”
“Get me the menu, and we can all make our orders,” said Ethan.
Everyone got a menu, but Ethan didn’t take one. He leaned over and looked at Josephine’s instead.
“Order anything you want,” said Ethan.
Josephine nodded. “Sure.”
Everyone made their orders without even checking the prices. Ethan would be the one paying after all,
and they wouldn’t let go of any chance to have a feast.
Tori was in a bad mood. She didn’t think Ethan would push her away so far just to make sure
Josephine wasn’t upset, but she still couldn’t help liking him. No man she ever met had ignored her so
hard, yet that was the kind of man she liked.
Oh, I can’t wait to see Josephine’s face when I steal her boyfriend away.
After making their orders, everyone started chatting with one another. Josephine joined in the
conversations as well. She would listen closely especially when they were talking about other TV
stations. Just then, ady brought up the gossip about a certain male celebrity, and Josephine leaned
in just so she could hear better.
“What? He’s really going to hold a concert? I’ve been waiting for five years! Five years!” Josephine
buzzed with excitement.
Ethan listened in for a bit. He thought it was a female singer, but then the worker got into fangirl mode.
“I’ve seen his interview live. He’s more handsome than he is on TV. He’s fair, tall, and slim. Gosh, he’s
beautiful.”
Smugly, Josephine said, “I saw his interview live too. Man, he’s handsome.”
Ethan coughed. She’s praising another man right in front of me? Come on, show me some respect.
We’re having dinner with everyone here.
“Will you go to his concert, then?’
“Of course. I’m not missing it for the world, and I’m getting a VIP seat,” said Josephine.
Tori had been quiet. She turned to look at Ethan at once when she heard what Josephine said, but all
he was doing was stare at Josephine with resignation. There was no anger in his eyes, and there was
even a smile on his lips.
Am I seeing things? Is he not angry that Josephine’s fangirling over a guy singer?
Josephine turned to Ethan. “The concert is this Friday. Can youe with me?”
Ethan nodded. “Sure.”
It was then Josephine realized that she was so engrossed with the conversation, she neglected him.
She felt for his hand so that she could hold it, but she touched his thigh instead. That was when Ethan
grabbed her hand, and she smiled at him.
Ethen said gently, “I’ll get you the best spot.”
It wasn’t loud, but everyone heard it. All of them could feel the love in the air.
Tori looked down, envy filling her heart. She couldn’t believe a guy could actually allow his girlfriend to
fangirl over a guy singer, and to think he would get her the tickets for the best spot so they could enjoy
the concert together. Have I been wrong about men?
Food was served eventually, and everyone dug in. Josephine cut up a piece of steak and fed it to
Ethan. After he gulped it down, he fed her a piece as well, and she munched down on it. They were
showing their love openly, and everyone was envious.
Soon, it was time to raise some toast. Atticus made the first one, and that was when Tori found an
excuse to go to Ethan. She held up a ss of red wine and swayed her hips as she walked toward him,
and then she ced a hand on the table. Sweetly, she said, “A toast, Mr. Quarles.”
Ethan waved her down. “I can’t. I’m drivingter.”
“I’ll take that, Tori.” Josephine stood up and raised Ethan’s ss for him, causing Tori’s smile to freeze.
“Congrattions on finding a good boyfriend, Josephine.”
“Thank you. And I hope you’ll find your happiness one day.”
Tori went back to her seat, but her mood was foul. She dressed herself up perfectly tonight, and yet she
was now among the crowd she looked down on. She felt like she was a joke. Frustrated, she downed
ss after ss of wine. A male worker who liked her said, “You should stop, Tori.”
Tori was a good drinker, so this much wasn’t enough to take her out. Josephine then went to the
restroom, and Tori did the same.
Right after Josephine finished washing her hands, Tori came out of the cubicle. They stared at each
other in the mirror, and Tori blurted, “What did you do to him to make him so infatuated with you?”
“Tori, I don’t care what you do with the other guys, but if you try to take Ethan, I’ll make you pay,”
Josephine warned as she looked at Tori in the mirror.
“Is that a threat? You’re not even that established as his girlfriend yet,” Tori snapped back.
“Don’t challenge me,” said Josephine quietly.
Tori shot her a look of mockery. “You’re just insecure. I know men, and Ethan’s the kind where women
would throw themselves at his feet whenever he goes. If you’re that insecure about yourself, you
should leave.”
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Josephine refused to talk to her, but Tori wouldn’t stop. “Do you really think he’ll only love you forever?
Any man with money will never love a single woman. They’re the same, and women will always be the
object they chase after. He’s not going to only love you forever. Even without me, someone else will try
to take him away from you.”
Josephine wasn’t exactly a cocky person, but she would never dwell on matters she couldn’t control. All
she wanted was a good life. She enjoyed the process, not the end, and that included rtionships.
Even if she were to break up with Ethan someday, she wouldn’t dwell on it. What mattered was that the
love was there, and it was real.
Tori’s taunt didn’t work on Josephine. Instead, it only told Josephine that Tori was nothing but someone
who needed to rely on men to thrive, and women like that were pathetic. They would never be able to
withdraw themselves from a rtionship once they fell in love, and they would be a people-
pleaser. That was something Josephine didn’t want to be.
“Honestly, your taunts don’t work on me. If therees a day when he falls out of love with me, then I
will have to ept it. What matters is that he loves me now. Women are not essories to men. We’re
equals—two independent life forms who get together because they admire each other.”
Tori was shocked to hear that, and she blinked. She herself was a brilliant woman, but even she would
fall for a man like Ethan. She would want to possess him forever. The thought of him leaving was
terrifying, and yet she couldn’t believe Josephine would be so calm about it. How does she do it? Isn’t
she scared he might leave her? “Aren’t you worried he might get tired of you?” Tori asked.
Josephine fixed her hair in the mirror, then she turned to Tori and gave Tori a confident smile that
showed she was not afraid. “You might. I’m not.” Josephine turned on her heel and left.
Tori saw her off. She envied that part of Josephine, for Tori was scared about losing a lot of things. She
was worried she might end up not being able to find a job if she was fired since she wasn’t young
anymore. She might lose the source of funds for her bags and beautiful dresses, and she was scared
about being abandoned.
She was worried, and so she wanted to hook up with a brilliant man and never let him go. “Can you
really do what you say?” she muttered.
The moment Josephine came back, Ethan’s eyes lit up. Atticus took the chance to talk about work with
Ethan earlier, and Ethan almost fell asleep listening to it. Good thing Atticus stopped the moment
Josephine came back.
Ethan took a sip of the fruit wine and gave the ss to Josephine. “Here. This one’s good.”
Josephine took the ss and had a sip. Yep. This is what I would drink. She nodded. “It’s good. Any
more of this?”
“Yes. Here.” Ethan handed her a bottle of that wine. Josephine poured herself a ss and shared the
rest with thedies. Ethan was all smiles about it. He was captivated by Josephine and everything she
did, for she radiated kindness and selflessness.
Which was also worrying, because that meant she might disregard her own safety just to save
someone in times of danger. He hoped she would care about herself more, for he couldn’t be with her
at all times.
Tori went back to her seat, and she held her ss up as she stared at Ethan. There was passionate
love in her eyes, but Ethan still wouldn’t give her a moment of his time. All his attention was on
Josephine, and Josephine was like a rose in full bloom, beautiful and real.
Eventually, the dinner came to an end. Ethan took Josephine’s hand and stood up to leave. Tori quickly
followed them. Her heart still led her toward Ethan even though it seemed hopeless for her.
Ethan led Josephine into an elevator, and everyone else took the other elevators, but Tori followed
Ethan. When she realized she was the only one who did it, things got a little awkward, but she refused
to leave.
“Two sses of fruit wine. That’s all it takes to bring you down?” Ethan flicked Josephine’s cheek.
“I’m not drunk,” said Josephine stubbornly.
“But I like it when you’re tipsy.” Ethan wrapped his arm around her shoulder and offered his shoulder
for her to lean against it.
Since Tori was here, Josephine got a little embarrassed, but Ethan still pinched her cheek
affectionately. Tori watched them being lovey-dovey in the elevators’ mirror. Ethan seemed like a
different person when he was with Josephine. Unlike the usually cool and aloof man he was, he
seemed like a beast that would gobble Josephine up at any time.
Tori had a feeling that even if they were to break up someday, Ethan would be the one afraid of that
prospect. Eventually, they reached their floor, and Tori emerged from the elevator. She smiled as she
saw the couple off. “See you around, Mr. Quarles, Josephine.”
Josephine didn’t like Tori, but she said, “Thank you.” She then left with Ethan.
The driver was driving, while the couple sat in the backseat as they were taken home.
On their way back, Ethan told his assistant to get the concert tickets and that he wanted the best seats
possible. Happy, Josephine rested her chin on his arm. She looked like a child who just got her favorite
toy. The only men in her life who loved her so much were her grandfather and father. Now, Ethan was
added to the list.
“Alright, got the tickets. We can see the concert this Friday.” Ethan kissed her forehead.
Jenna and Donna were waiting outside Ethan’s vi. After a lot of persuasion, Jenna finally got Donna
to agree to this. Every night Jenna did nothing to break the couple up, Josephine would get to sleep
with Ethan, and the thought of that tormented her.
Donna was getting upset as well. She was in the backseat and kept checking the time. It’s almost nine-
thirty. Why isn’t he home yet?
“Give them a while. They might be on their way home.” Jenna was worried Donna might get tired of
waiting.
Donna nodded. “I’m alright. I’ll wait a bit more.”
“I bet it’s because Josephine’s being clingy,” said Jenna.
Donna’s displeasure toward Josephine mounted. She hated clingy girls. Women like that were
obviously dependent on men and would amount to nothing in life.
Just then, a ck car appeared around the corner, and Donna’s bodyguard said, “Mr. Quarles is back.”
Jenna was starting to get excited. Alright, here goes. I’m going to make her pay for what she did to me.
Donna’s going to embarrass her.
At the same time, Ethan’s driver noticed a car outside the vi and said, “Sir, there’s a car right outside
the entrance.”
It looks like Jenna’s car. He said, “Ignore them. Keep driving.”
Just when the car was about to go through the gates, the off-road vehicle suddenly blocked his path.
Josephine could guess that this was Jenna’s doing, so she said, “You should say hi to her.”
Ethan reluctantly went to the off-road vehicle’s backseat and knocked on the window, but when it rolled
down, he was surprised to see who was inside. “Mom?” He couldn’t believe his mother was inside the
car.
Donna shot him a look of displeasure. “You seem unhappy to see me.”
“Oh, you should’ve called, Mom.” Ethan smiled at her and opened the door. “Well,e out.”
“Come with me, Jenna.” Donna said, “I only want to see you and no one else.”
She doesn’t want to see Josephine? Ethan looked at Jenna. Ah, it must be her. So, Mom knows. “My
girlfriend’s in my car. I’d like to introduce her to you.” Ethan wanted to introduce Josephine to his
mother.
“I’m tired. I don’t want to meet any strangers,” said Donna. She wanted her son to know that she was
displeased.
Well, I can’t force her. If I do, she’ll only dislike Josephine more. “Give me a minute.”