Chapter 75

"I don't want a new dad!" Ethan screamed in panic. "I only have one daddy—I don't want another one!" What James had said earlier was meant as nothing more than a bitter remark. But now, upon hearing Ethan spiral like this, he grew increasingly agitated and rubbed his temples in frustration. "Stop crying," he ordered. "I don't want a new daddy…" Though Ethan tried to hold back his sobs, afraid of making James angrier, his tears still streamed down his face. After all, he was only five years old. Beside them, Jenna lowered her gaze, hiding the smirk tugging at the corners of her lips. When she spoke, her voice was laced with a sigh of feigned concern. "Don't be scared. I'll take care of you and your dad too," she said. Ethan lay against James' shoulder, biting his lip to stop from crying aloud as his body still trembled. He gently patted Ethan's back, then looked toward Jenna. "Are you alright?" James asked. Jenna shook her head, her eyes reddened. "I'm okay… as long as Ethan's