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'It can't be right? It's not what I think it is, right? Ethan can't possibly - no- he can't be interested in Claire, right?' He asked himself inwardly with a dumbfounded expression. With his reaction and the loud gasp that tore from his mouth, both Claire and Ethan turned their attention to him.“Doctor Chase, is everything okay?” Claire asked.“Huh? Oh- uhm - yeah- yeah! I mean, everything's okay. Don't mind me.” Chase fumbled over his words, making Claire more confused. “I tell you what… you better get rid of anything stupid cooking inside your fucking brain!” Ethan said to him coldly. Of course, he understood the kind of gaze Chase was giving him.“What? Ethan, I understand you are getting old and might be jealous of my young face, but please — don't insult me in front of our little Claire. And also, mind your language! I don't want little Claire to learn such vulgar language from you!” Chase hissed at Ethan as if he was lecturing him.Ethan was speechless when he heard what Chas
“Claire! You can't blame me for… uhm, I mean sitting on my brother's lap." Jeffrey teased and continued... "Actually, even if you were startled by my intrusion, you could've run to any place to hide apart from my brother's side. And to top it all, sitting on HIS LAP!” Jeffrey teased with a smirk dancing in his handsome face as he took a seat on one of the couches, after throwing his backpack somewhere in the living room.“You…!” Claire pointed a finger at him with a reddened face, but couldn't find any word to refute his claim. “Bullshit!” She just declared with a huff and took a seat far from both Jeffrey and Ethan. She even tried to maintain an angry face and avoided everyone's gaze. Typically childish.Jessica and Chase couldn't help the smile that spread on their faces as they watched the two bicker. It was really a sight to behold. Ethan, on the other hand, had no emotion or expression on his face as he sat there with a nonchalant face. However, if anyone had watched him carefu
"Do you remember only those things? Did you see anything else? Try to recollect more," Ethan inquired of Claire, hoping that she would disclose additional details about her recollections.It seemed as though he desired to ascertain the veracity of his thoughts; his insinuations held some truth.He was oblivious to how desperate he sounded. All he wanted was to uncover the nickname that Claire mentioned in her sleep.Although Chase had suggested it might be a misunderstanding and that Claire was likely referring to him in that context.Nevertheless, Ethan had a lingering feeling that told him otherwise. It was a slight itch, but one he couldn't shake off. That's why he needed to tactfully inquire with Claire instead of directly asking her."Hmm?" Claire queried, perplexed. She could clearly perceive the desperation in Ethan's expression, which bewildered her."What's troubling him? Why does he seem so eager for me to remember everything at once? Moreover, why does my memories affect him
Ethan was stunned to say anything. He was also confused as to why Claire was and at him.However, as a man, his ego would always come first. He couldn't just allow Claire to talk to him in that way regardless. "Claire! I would advise you to mind your language!" He said sternly with a frown.His voice was so cold that everyone around knew he was no longer joking and he was furious. They were even glad that he didn't just snap Claire's head from her body.But who is Claire? How can she just back down from a mere threat of cold words?"Ha! What a joke! Tell you what Ethan... I'm not afraid of you. Yes! You are indeed a good person and I'm grateful that I got to meet someone like you. Without you, I don't know what my life would have been." Claire said, now calming down from her anger."However, you can't treat people like they only need to breathe beside you. Can't you just be a little compassionate with your siblings?Jessica didn't say or do anything wrong. So must you be mean to her?
The day's incident left Nancy baffled throughout her work. She still could not understand how Claire, the good-for-nothing sister of hers got to know her Boss.Not only that, but it seemed George Anderson, her other Boss, and his family were interested in Claire.How come? How could this happen? Why is that good-for-nothing living a good life after they threw her out of the house? While she on the other hand had to continue suffering. How could the world be so cruel sometimes? After getting off from work, Nancy hurriedly took a taxi and went home. She couldn't wait to tell her family what just happened today at her workplace. However, she was also conflicted. What if her family decides to bring Claire back to the house because of her connection with both the family of Richardson and Anderson?That would be a loss for her and a win for Claire, which she found hard to accept.Nevertheless, she still has to tell her family about today's incident. Maybe, just maybe, there might be some b
Old Master Richardson was sitting in his hospital room, holding an iPad in his hands. There was a lack of emotion on his face, making it difficult for anyone to read his thoughts. Butler John sat on a stool beside him, massaging his legs. Despite how old he was, he was still loyal and protective of the old Master. That's why he never hesitated to sell Ethan out even if it would cost him his life.Grace, his formal secretary stood before the old man and confirmed the accuracy of the information the old man had received.The old man inquired if Grace had met any members of Claire's foster family to verify the details. "Did you meet with her parents? What did they say? Were they cooperative?" He asked without raising his head from the iPad. "Yes, I did, Sir. It was rather with the father." Grace assured him. "I had personally met with her foster father, who had agreed to cooperate after receiving some financial incentive. I also made sure to instruct him to keep the information confide
Chase burst into Ethan's room, his face contorted in fury. If it had been anyone else, Chase would have pummeled them to death. Cursing inwardly at the unfortunate recipient of his rage, Chase berated Ethan for the crap he was pulling."You went too far!" he yelled upon entering the room, not even bothering to see where Ethan was seated before launching into a tirade of insults.But Ethan sat calmly in front of his computer, seemingly unfazed by Chase's outburst. It was as if nothing Chase said mattered to him."Aren't you even listening, dude?" Chase seethed, before continuing, "Look out the window, it's going to rain any minute now. And yet, you pushed that innocent girl away. What the hell is wrong with you, Ethan?" Chase's fury was palpable as he unleashed it upon Ethan's indifferent attitude.Ethan slowly turned his head to gaze out the window, the sky dark and the wind howling furiously. It was almost 8:00 pm, and the storm was imminent.It wasn't that Ethan didn't care. In fact,
Frustration gripped Claire as she exited Ethan's house, reeling from hurt and anger. She couldn't fathom what she had said or done to provoke his sudden wrath. She had thought her actions were right, yet Ethan's anger proved otherwise.Was she truly a burden in the lives of those around her?Lost in her thoughts, Claire aimlessly wandered her mind and heart in turmoil. Memories of her biological parents abandoning her and the Wilsons constantly bullying her flooded her mind.With no destination in mind, Claire continued to walk until reality hit her. Where would she spend the night now?As if answering her question with a cruel twist of fate, the skies opened up and the rain began to pour. People around her scattered, seeking shelter with their loved ones. Parents holding their children's hands or carrying them as they ran to their cars.Claire stood in the rain, alone and forgotten. By the time she snapped out of her daze, the street was deserted, leaving her in the middle of a downpo