Chapter 128

ETHAN

As I followed Reina out of her house, I couldn't help but feel a sense of disbelief. Was this really happening? Was Reina, the woman who had been so distant and cold towards me, actually helping me?

I glanced over at her, trying to read her expression. She seemed determined, her jaw set and her eyes fixed on some point ahead.

"Reina, I don't know how to thank you," I said, trying to sound sincere.

She turned to me, a small smile playing on her lips. "You don't have to thank me, Ethan. I'm just doing what's right."

I nodded, feeling a sense of gratitude towards her. "I know I don't deserve it, but...thank you."

We walked in silence for a few moments, the only sound being the rustling of leaves beneath our feet.

As we approached the office building, I could feel my heart racing. This was it. This was the moment of truth.

Reina seemed to sense my nervousness, and she placed a reassuring hand on my arm. "It's going to be okay, Ethan. We've got this."

I took a deep breath, trying to