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After their breakfast, Ethan left to meet those who he had an appointment with, whilst Claire and Jessica went to the house garden. Jeffrey, on the other hand, went to his room to study. He's always fighting and studying hard to get first place. He can't afford to fail in his academics. Old Master Richardson would definitely use that as an excuse to punish Ethan instead of him.Thus, Jeffrey had to study twice his average. Moreover, it is his greatest dream to help his brother at the company after he completes University. Since Claire came into the house at night, she wasn't able to check the house out. So, after having their breakfast, she asked Jessica to show her around the house, which the latter gladly did.After touring the big house for almost an hour, Claire felt tired and returned to her room to take a nap.Just as she was about to close her eyes, she saw Jessica peaked her head through her door.“Jess…?” Claire called her out.“Hey, do you mind if I take a nap with you?”
Several alarmed questions ran through her head at that moment. However, something entirely different happened. Ethan opened his eyes after some time and stared coldly at the girl in front of him. He wondered if she might have done it on purpose.Though he knew very well that it was unintentional. However, he still couldn't understand why she would suddenly spit on him out of nowhere. Did he do something wrong to her? 'This girl really has some guts' he thought.“I'm so sorry, Ethan. I didn't mean to. I'm genuinely sorry. Actually, it wasn't my fault. Mia said something stupid which made me…" She paused and looked at Jeffrey before she continued.“I was thinking about something funny. I'm genuinely sorry. I didn't mean to spit my water on you. It was unintentional.” Claire said and hurriedly went to her bedside and picked up many tissues and rushed back to wipe Ethan's face and clothes. Ethan then understood something. Mia might have said something to her which made her spat the water
The day went by in a blink of an eye and it was already Sunday evening. Jessica and Jeffrey were on high alert with every movement because of the hell they were about to go in.Ethan had his cold and poker face on as usual. He kept looking at his watch from time to time impatiently as he waited downstairs. “Jess, when do you think she would be ready? We've been waiting for her for almost an hour now. I think brother might explode any moment from now if she doesn't come out.” Jeffrey whispered into Jessica's ear but was loud enough for Ethan to hear.“I don't know what's taking her so long. She's supposed to be done by now. Let me go and check on her.” Jessica whispered back and was about to go and call Claire when Butler John appeared in front of them.“You are still here? Why? I thought you would have gone by now. I'm even on my way.” He said and looked at the three siblings inquisitive as if he was their father. Ethan glared coldly at him but didn't say anything. He checked his wa
“Brother, please don't be angry with her. She - she was just hurt by your words earlier. Please, I'm begging you not to send her away.” Jessica held Ethan's hands and begged profusely. She was scared that his brother would either hurt Claire physically or chase her out of their house.In the past few days that Claire stayed with them, she had grown so much attached to her like a sister. She didn't want to lose her.“Brother, please forgive her. Give her one chance. I agree with Jessica. I don't think Claire meant what she did.” Jeffrey also apologized to her.“Don't apologize for my sake! He can throw me out as far as I care. I'm sick and tired of allowing people to bully me because I depend on them.” Claire shouted as her tears finally fall down her face.Ethan nearly touched his chest because of the pain he was feeling. Why was he feeling that way? The time he felt that way was the times he saw his grandfather beating his mother. And also the day Angel exchanged her life for his. T
After going to his room, Ethan ran his hands through his hair several times in frustration.He was confused. He didn't know what came over. Why did he hug her? For what reason?He could have just consoled her from a distance, right? So, what was that hug for? Why did he suddenly see her as his Angel and hugged her?Most importantly, his ice-cold heart started beating fast as hell.He felt uncomfortable when the scent of her hair entered his nostril. He hated the fact that he enjoyed her scent and her soft body in his arms.It felt like he was hugging his long-lost love. “What the fuck is wrong with me?” He questioned himself in frustration. However, before he could continue with his crazy emotions, his phone started ringing. Upon checking the screen, he saw that it was his father calling. Ethan didn't glance at it for another second, then rejected it. He was aware that his grandfather might be fuming in rage by now.He then went into his closet and picked up a new set of suits and w
Everyone at the dining table, including Old Master Richardson and all the family around, were stunned at what they were seeing.'Who the hell is this girl? Why was George hugging her?' That was the same question going on inside everyone's head.Claire and George's hug caught everyone off guard. Their gesture made the rest wonder if they'd known each other for a long time.Ethan and his siblings, together with Chase, were also a little taken aback. Claire and George gave them the vibe of siblings which sounded ridiculous in their ears.When George's parents saw the girl their son was hugging, all the color drained from their faces.Tears gathered in their eyes as if they were looking at their long-lost daughter. They wanted badly to go to her and asked her several questions. Even though they knew their reaction may seem stupid to others.However, when they saw the angry face of Old Master Richardson, they immediately stayed put in their seats.Though they are not Richardson, the old man
Everyone looked at Ethan in shock. Since when did he have the balls to speak to his grandfather like that?“Ethan! What has come over you? You are never like this before. What happened to you all of a sudden? Why have you changed?” Dylan, Ethan's cousin, said, feeling perplexed. “Brother, did that chick ask you to do this? The elders are talking about your marriage to Barbara. Why can't you show some respect to the--” Aaron, Ethan's annoying step-brother was talking when all of a sudden, a plate was thrown at him?All eyes went wide as they looked at Ethan in shock. Did he just injure his brother for the sake of a girl?“ETHAN RICHARDSON! HOW DARE YOU HURT MY SON!!!” Rachael shouted angrily at her stepson.“Advice your son never to address me as his brother ever again. I have only two siblings and that's Jeffrey and Jessica. Let today be his last time if addressing me that!” Ethan said calmly but coldly as he sat in his seat nonchalantly. “You-- you!!!” Old Master Richardson's body w
Everyone stared at Ethan and his companions as they ate the strawberry jam with relish. Their mouths were all agape at the turn of events. No one imagined Ethan would be bold enough to go against his grandfather in such a way.The old man couldn't hold back any longer. He picked up a glass which was containing red wine and threw it on the floor in fury.Everyone paused what they were doing and turned to his side. His anger was vivid on his face.“HOW DARE YOU COME TO MY HOUSE AND DISPLAY SUCH INSOLENCE?!” The old asked Claire furiously as he started to cough out of anger.His family quickly went to his side and patted his back to soothe him. As strong as he portrayed himself to be, he was, in fact, getting old and his health was plunging.“Ethan, how dare you anger your grandfather? Don't you know about his health issues?” Mathew said angrily and pointed his finger at Ethan furiously. “Don't give me that crap! I don't give a damn about his so-called health. In fact, I would be very m