Chapter 105

Sloane only managed to steal a moment of quiet with Ethan after the hospital’s publicity team finished taking photos and interviewing her. She exhaled, finally stepping away from the crowd when Ethan turned toward her, expression unusually serious. “Sloane… I’ve actually been wanting to apologize,” he said first. His tone carried a weight she rarely heard from him. “The last time I argued with Alpha Blackthorn… I acted on impulse. Fortunately no one else was there. If your reputation had been affected because of me, I’d never forgive myself.” Sloane lowered her gaze, staring at the tips of her shoes. “Ethan… I should be the one apologizing,” she said softly. “My divorce dragged you into unnecessary trouble. You’ve always treated me like your junior, always looked after me.” Her voice cracked with something faint but honest. “And Damon, he only said those things that day to stand up for me. But don’t worry.” She lifted her eyes again, firm and sincere. “I won’t burden you with any of th