After some time, Ethan's eyes opened, as if he had come to his senses. He found himself lying in the bathtub, utterly confused and unclothed. He glanced around, but the room was empty, devoid of any presence."What just happened?" he muttered to himself, struggling to piece together the fragments of his memory. And then it hit him like a wave crashing against a shore. The realization washed over him, causing his heart to skip a beat."Did... Di... Did I force myself on Sophia?" Ethan's hand met his forehead in a resounding slap, his shock and horror echoing through the empty room. "Oh my God, Ethan, what did I just do?" he questioned himself, his voice filled with disbelief, as vivid scenes of the recent events played out in his mind."No, I did wrong, and it wasn't intentional. I don't know what came over me. Where's Sophia?" Ethan hastily retrieved his trousers and swiftly dressed, a sense of urgency propelling him out of the bathtub and towards the source of the faint cries he hea
Around 7 a.m. the following morning, Ethan's eyes slowly opened. A wave of sadness washed over him as the memories of his actions towards Sophia the previous night began to resurface. However, as hard as he tried, he couldn't recall the specifics of what he had witnessed, only the unsettling knowledge that he had forced himself upon her.Confusion clouded his face as he took in his surroundings. "Where am I?" he muttered, his brow furrowing as he found himself in a beautifully adorned room, resting upon a soft and inviting bed.Ethan's gaze wandered around the room, a sense of familiarity tugging at the edges of his consciousness. It was as if he had been here before, but the exact recollection eluded him. Then, his eyes fell upon a photograph resting on a nearby table, and shock coursed through him. It was a picture of Sophia, the same image he had seen the previous night.In that instant, the room clicked into place within his mind. It was Sophia's room—the very same room he had ente
So when Ethan arrived at Aureus, he made his way directly to Victoria's office. As he stepped inside, his eyes immediately fell upon Victoria, who was engrossed in her work on the laptop. She looked radiant that day, her elegant attire accentuating her beauty. Her flowing dress exuded a sense of professionalism, while her neatly styled hair added a touch of sophistication.Victoria glanced up from her laptop, her face lighting up with a warm smile upon seeing Ethan. He had informed her of his visit beforehand, so his presence didn't come as a surprise. She gracefully rose from her seat and greeted him, "Master Ethan, welcome."Ethan nodded appreciatively, accepting her invitation. He settled into a plush armchair near her desk, rejecting the office chair she had offered."How are things, Victoria? How is our business progressing?"Victoria's smile widened, radiating confidence. "Everything is going remarkably well, Master. Our revenue continues to grow steadily, and we are expanding o
Ethan used the elevator to exit the building, and as the lift doors opened, he was taken aback by the sight of someone waiting to get inside. It was Sophia, dressed impeccably in a sophisticated ensemble that exuded an air of authority. Her attire comprised a tailored designer suit in a rich shade of charcoal gray, complemented by a crisp white blouse and accessorized with delicate gold jewelry. Her hair was elegantly styled, and her makeup highlighted her natural beauty, enhancing her striking features.Ethan was stunned, she looked beautiful than she was before he left his house. Upon seeing Ethan, Sophia's surprise mirrored his own, and she exclaimed, "Ethan, is that you? What are you doing here?" Her voice carried a mix of curiosity Ethan, caught off guard by Sophia's presence, struggled to find his words. His voice trembled slightly as he stammered, "S-Sophia, I... uh... didn't expect to see you here."Sophia raised an eyebrow, a hint of amusement playing on her lips. "Ethan,
After a few minutes of exchanging words over the phone, Charles turned towards Ethan with a sinister smile. He taunted, "Kid, today might not be your lucky day. Antonio Mario himself is on his way here."Ethan chuckled in response, curiosity piqued. "Really? And what is he coming here for?"Charles sneered, relishing in the impending threat. "Antonio is coming to break your legs."Ethan nodded, an unwavering determination in his eyes. "Fine. I want to see who dares to lay a finger on these two legs of mine."Infuriated by Ethan's confidence, Charles growled, "You're too proud for your own good."Ethan's voice resonated with conviction. "Of course I am, because I'm Ethan Nightingale. I have every reason to be proud."As the drama unfolded, a crowd had gathered, drawn by the escalating tension. Some eagerly awaited the spectacle, while others chose to flee in fear upon hearing Antonio Mario's name, knowing him to be ruthless.Charles maintained a slight smile, attempting to exert contro
At that moment, Antonio hasn't yet seen Ethan since a lot of people had gathered, he only moved towards Charles. Charles smiled and seemed respectful seeing Antonio. "Antonio welcome, I'm glad you are here." He saidAntonio only frowned. "Who did you say was causing you troubles here?" He asked with a deepened frown. "It's him." Charles raised his hand and pointed at Ethan who was standing aside. "He's the same bastard my dad paid you to take care of, deal with him now." Charles yelled. Gulp!"Antonio's tightened throat, his fear palpable. He swallowed hard, beads of sweat forming on his forehead as he struggled to find his composure. Ethan, his own master, had become his adversary. How could he have been instructed to harm the person he should serve and protect? Was he tempting fate, inviting his own downfall?Unaware of the unfolding dynamics, Charles, still oblivious to the situation, couldn't comprehend what was happening. Frustration laced his voice as he pointed an accusing f
Ethan bought a whole lot of Louis Vuitton clothes and paid for them all, shocking the lady to the core.After he was done, he went back home. The security guard greeted him respectfully and opened the door for him to enter. Ethan wanted to take a nap, but then he remembered about his friend Cory and also wanted him to learn how to become the CEO of Nexus Global. Thinking of this, he decided to call him. Ethan picked up his phone and dialed Cory's number. Cory, filled with joy, greeted him on the other end after the call was connected."Hey, friend! Are you back from wherever you went?" Cory asked, eager to catch up.The last time they met, it was the same day he was going to leave with Sophia. He informed Cory he was leaving for somewhere; that was why he asked. Ethan nodded happily and replied, "Yes, I'm back. Can we meet tonight? There's something important I'd like to discuss.""Of course! When and where?" Cory inquired, ready to accommodate Ethan's request."It's quite urgent, s
Later in the night, Ethan donned the new clothes he had purchased, dressing handsomely and exuding a sharp appearance. Stepping out, he made his way towards his car and settled inside, starting the engine. As he prepared to depart, he pressed the horn, prompting the security guard to open the door for him.The security guard respectfully inquired, "Master Ethan, are you planning to return tonight?"Ethan responded, his voice filled with assurance, "I'm going for an important meeting. If I won't be returning, I'll send you a message to inform you. You can rely on that."The security guard nodded, displaying his loyalty, and wished him well, saying, "Take care, master."Ethan flashed a warm smile in return, expressing his appreciation, and drove away into the night.After driving for some time, Ethan arrived at a larger hotel, where he parked his car and entered the premises. Following Cory's suggestion, he headed straight to the restaurant area. A waiter promptly escorted him to his de