Chapter 131


    Today Ethan was dressed in a formal, elegant suit. His ck hair wasbed to perfection, revealing


    his wless face and entuating his deep-set eyes that exuded a majestic aura every time he looked


    at others.


    Unlike his usual slovenly self, Ethan looked mature and noble, as if he were a whole new person today.


    Ethan stopped for a second, took off his double-buttoned vest, and draped it on his arm. He ruffled his


    ck hair, letting a few strands fall between his thick eyebrows. “I have to apany my boss to


    receive an important client today,” he said nonchntly. “So I wore formal clothes. These are my


    friends. I asked them to help me when I received your call.”


    Ethan had a meeting with his foreign partners today, so he had dressed extra formally. But since he


    hade in a hurry to J’s rescue, he didn’t have the time to change.


    Ethan’s so-called ‘friends’ were all trembling with fear. They nodded and bowed respectfully before


    J.


    “Hello! Nice to meet you!”


    “Our buddy here always praises you. He thinks the world of you.”


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    Everyone tried to y along. After all, it was a good opportunity to get a hike.


    “Hello, everyone. Thank you for helping us. How about I treat you to dinner?” J’s face turned red.


    She felt awkward to meet Ethan’s friends like this. After all, the p mark was still visible on her face.


    She stole a nce at Ethan, her eyes gleaming with admiration.


    She didn’t expect him to have so many friends and connections.


    Ethan draped his arm around J’s shoulder and smiled. “Well, that’s enough. She is shy. You guys


    better drop Hannah back to her home first and then hire someone to take care of her.”


    “I don’t think it’s a good idea. It will cost a lot of money.” J frowned, tugging at the corner of Ethan’s


    shirt.


    “Well, would you rest assured if Hannah stays in the countryside all by herself?” he asked, cocking his


    head to the side. “Besides, it won’t cost much to hire a help to do household chores. Let’s discuss this


    further after Hannah recovers.”


    J had no choice but to agree.


    By the time they got home, it was getting dark.


    J sat on the sofa, hugging her knees, as she watched the sun sink into the horizon. Her face was


    coated with ointment, and the swelling had alleviated a bit.


    The sound of running water reverberated from the bathroom.


    “I have run a bath for you. Go and take a bath first. It will make you feel better.” Ethan walked out of the


    bathroom. His sleeves were rolled up, revealing his strong forearms.


    J nodded and got up from the sofa. Her face bore no expression.


    “What’s wrong?” Ethan checked her pulse and pressed the back of his hand on her forehead. “Do you


    sense any difort? You don’t look good.”


    He sensed something was wrong.


    J shook her head. “Ethan…” She took a deep breath and cleared her throat, finally summoning the


    courage to speak.


    “Can you apany me to the bathroom?”


    she asked in a feeble voice.


    The traumatic incident had shaken her up. J was still frightened. Ethan was the only person she


    trusted; his presence made her feel safe and secure. She wanted him by her side at all times.


    “I don’t think it’s a good idea. It will cost a lot of money.” J frowned, tugging at the corner of Ethan’s


    shirt.


    Ethan nodded. “Sure.”


    The bathroom was covered with steam, and a thinyer of mist sat on the ss.


    As J removed her dress, the sound of the zipper sliding sounded louder than usual. She cast a


    sidelong nce at the man beside her.


    Ethan’s gaze fell on the closed door. His towering frame made the bathroom seem small and cramped.


    Hearing the spluttering of water as J stepped into the bathtub, Ethan turned his head and sighed.


    J was submerged in the foamy water. A thickyer of bubbles floated on the surface, revealing


    nothing but her wless face. Her rosy cheeks and pitiful eyes somehow made her look more innocent


    than ever. She managed to effortlessly arouse his desire.


    Ethan’s mouth became dry as passion coursed through his veins. He took deep breaths to control


    himself.


    J had seen him like this before. Ethan had the same look on his face every time he kissed her.


    “I’ll be at the door. Call me if you need anything.” Ethan smiled and gently patted her cheek before


    turning around to leave.


    J looked sad and miserable, so Ethan decided to let her go today.


    Just as Ethan turned out to leave, he felt a feeble grip on his hand.


    He turned around and saw J looking at him with expectant eyes.


    “Don’t go…”


    A hint of panic shed in her eyes. She didn’t want to stay alone in the bathroom.