When Love Breaks (Josephine)

Chapter 81

a director?"

Ethan spoke so renderly that he exuded an inexplicable gentleness. "Do you believe that I did everything just because you're a

Josephine Laughed wryly. "What else could it be then? Oh, I know you're religious and trying to be a good Samaritan."

Her words amised him. "I mean, sure, if that's what you believe. Technically, I am trying to be one, but for my future self."

Was that it? She was surprised her joke had turned out to be the truth

Nevertheless, regardless of whether it was an act of being a good Samaritan or to flatter her as a director, she was appreciative of him. Thanks to their little chat. she felt much better than earlier. Recalling her crying episode earlier, Josephine suddenly tumed toward Ethan and glared at him. "Don't you dare tell anyone about this-not even Sophia or Arthur.

He gave her a faint smile and said nothing. Wasn't that the normal thing to do? Even if someone threatened him with a knife, he would never tell them how adorable she looked when she cried. "Did you hear me? Say something"

He raised a brow."What do I get in retum for keeping that secret?"

"You come off all pristine and untouchable like you're above it all, but when you speak, you're all about what you can get. No wonder you've risen to become one of Ronin's ruthless new power player." Ethan lifted his hand and examined himself. "Do I look pristine? Well, you're very much wrong. For the sake of my future wife, I've been honing my coolang stalls

ince I was 16 years old until now. I'm far from that description."

At that, Josephine suddenly remembered that the socialites were talking about his first love at Winnie's birthday banquet.

She originally wanted to tease him, but the thought of someone's first love made her think of Nadine. Immediately, she dismissed her thoughts

"It's getting late. I'm going back"

She forgot how long she had squatted there. She suddenly sprang to her feet, but her brain didn't get enough blood flow, and before she knew it, everything went lack as she collapsed to the side.

Erban quickly reached out to steady her. Just as she was about to fall into his arms, he subtly shifted away

When her vision cleared, she realized he was only gently supporting her with both hands, not touching her even slightly he had such self-control and propriety. "Thank you," she said eamestly, glan at him

He waited until she found her bearings before withdrawing his hands. "You really need to get replenished."

She argued, "If you were in my position, you would've fainted too. Come on, let's go. It's late, and I'm returning to my hotel."

After a few steps forward, the curiously asked, "Which hotel are you staying at?"

"I have a place in Crestwood, so I'm going home."

"Great to be you." Josephine suddenly envied him.

fully furnished, and there were no housekeepers. They were large, cold, and empty. She would rather

In reality, she also owned several properties, but none were full- stay in a hotel than go there.

Despite her bittemess, she teased him, "No wonder you're one of the new elites." Erhan confessed, "If you like that title, I can give it to you."

"I'm no elite. At most, I'm just a wealthy woman crying over her cheating husband." Once in the car, Josephine immediately pulled down the small mirror to check her face. Lurkily, she hadn't wombeavy makeup tonight, and her makeup hadn't smeared from all the crying. Aside fr

Aside from her slightly reddened eyes, her face was still

Erhan, sitting inthe car, sew her looking into the mirror. The moment she noticed him, she quickly put th

put the mirror away. He couldn't help but chuckle to himself.

She was worried about embarrassing herself in front of him and wanted to maintain a good image. That was a good sign-it meant she still saw him as a man. At that moment, Josephine suddenly suggested, "You know, if you're not rushing home, maybe we can have a few drinks in my hotel room.

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