Chapter 185
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At the hospital, after the doctor, Malvina Lawrence, finished checking Irene and applying the medicine, she couldn’t help
but look over at Ethan.
The moment their eyes met, Ethan felt a flush of embarrassment cross his face.
He knew he’d lost it for a moment and ended up hurting Irene.
So now, facing Malvina’s look full of doubt, Ethan was honestly feeling pretty awkward.
Even though Malvina hadn’t said anything yet, Ethan could already tell what she wanted to say just from her eyes.
Feeling a bit awkward, Ethan cleared his throat and looked away.
He thought that if he just avoided her gaze, she wouldn’t say anything more, but he was wrong. She clearly wasn’t about to
let him brush this off.
Seeing Ethan look away, Malvina couldn’t help but speak up. “I don’t know if you two are in your honeymoon phase or what, but I’ve never seen anyone go so overboard that they end up needing medical attention.
“She’s not your enemy, you know. Why would you go so rough on her?
“Do you know she’s going to be hurting for a while because of this?
“She’s your wife, you know. You should treat her right, not just think about yourself.”
Malvina tried to keep her cool, doing her best to keep things polite. Still, her tone started to show her frustration.
As Ethan looked upset and didn’t say anything, she realized she might’ve said too much for a doctor. With a quiet sigh, she turned and walked out.
While Malvina was there, Ethan put on a nonchalant front, but once he got his head together, he was eaten up with guilt and worry for Irene.
The moment Malvina walked out, he couldn’t wait to rush over to the bed, his eyes full of worry as he looked at Irene.
Thinking about what Malvina said, that Irene might be in pain for days, Ethan’s brows knitted tightly. He hesitated, but couldn’t stop himself from carefully pulling back the blanket, desperate to see the damage he’d done.
Ethan knew he’d totally lost control in the car, and with Irene out of her mind, she didn’t even know to cry out in pain. He really might’ve gone too far.
But when he saw her pass out, he rushed her straight to the hospital, so he still had no idea just how badly she was burt
Worry and guilt gnawed at him, and he couldn’t help but want to check on her himself.
But right at that moment, Irene woke up.
The first thing she saw was Ethan pulling back the blanket, looking like he was about to strip her down. Her heart skipped a beat, and she shot up in bed, blurting out, “Ethan, what are you doing?”
But her sudden movement tugged at her wound, and she let out a pained whimper, tears instantly welling up in her eyes.
“It hurts…” Irene’s brows knitted tightly as she shot Ethan a death glare, unable to hold back her words. Ethan, are you out of
your mind?”
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Erhan had been feeling quiry, but after Irene snapped at him, his anger, which he’d been holding back, suddenly boiled over
“I’m crazy, huh?” Ethan replied coldly “Yeah, I must be insane to drop everything and run all over town to save you after getting that weird call”
“Bout turns out you were totally willing. For a few pieces of jewelry and some cash, you’d sell yourself? Irene, you really are unbelievable,” he snapped
No wonder you ignored me when I kept telling you not to meet Martin alone. So you had your eyes on his money all bone planning to sleep with him for cash, right?” he mocked.
“Guess I really am crazy, ruining your big plans for no reason,” he said.
Just tell me how much you lost with him. Name your price, I’ll pay you.” he added.
Irene froze for a second, almost wondering if she’d heard him wrong.
Pot soon she came back to herself, staring at Ethan, her mind reeling.
Aher a moment. Irene finally managed to speak, her voice barely above a whisper. “So in your eyes, I went to see Martin for money?
As she spoke, her eyes were already brimming with tears.
Ethan didn’t look at her, but her voice was heavy with emotion.
His heart was wrenched, and his face turned pale.
But he clenched his fists and gritted out, “Isn’t that the truth?”
Irene gave a bitter smile, her voice hoarse. Yeah, I was after his money.”
He’d been the one grilling her, but hearing her admit it just made his chest tighten even more.
He gritted his teeth, spitting out each word. “Well, sorry, Ms. Perry, for messing up your easy way out.”
So you missed out on those jewels, too. I bet you must really hate me now, huh?” he said.
Just name your price, and I’ll wire it to you,” he added.
As Irene listened to Ethan, her heart felt like it was being crushed in a vice.
Por facing Ethan, the forced a casual front and said quietly, “Forget it, Mr. Drake. You were just trying to help, right? No need for you to cover my bosses”
Paryway, you did come to save me yesterday, and I really do appreciate it,” she said.
the forced a scule as Mr. Drake. But from now on, you don’t need to worry about me anymore. It’s better if we keep our distance, getting tangled up like this just isn’t right.”
Having made it out alive, frete was honestly thankful to Ethan
!! Khan hadn’t shown up and pulled her out of Martin’s hands, she wouldn’t have dared to think about what could have happened
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She wasn’t sure if she could have handled it all on her own.
But right after she woke up, Ethan was already hitting her with sarcasm and mockery.
His words cut deep, and that’s why she fired back, not holding anything back.
As Ethan listened, his gaze grew heavier and heavier, fists clenching tight
All those words he wanted to say just stuck in his throat. He gave a cold, bitter laugh, then stormed ost of the mom
And the moment Irene saw him leave, she couldn’t hold back her tears anymore, they just kept falling,
A wave of hurt and grievance surged up from deep inside her, imposible to put into words.
She never thought Ethan would see her like this.
After all these years, she never realized she was so worthlew in his eyes.
Just as those thoughts were swirling in her head, the hospital room door was suddenly flung open.
Irene instinctively looked up, and for a moment, she couldn’t help but hope it was Ethan coming back
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
