Chapter 192

Emma splashed some cold water on her face, took a deep breath, and pulled herself together before stepping back into the private room. Right as she walked in, Ethan glanced toward the door. Emma wasn't expecting eye contact with him, and the moment their eyes met, she quickly looked away. Downstairs. "Max, where's Emma?" "Ms. Grace is upstairs on the second floor, having dinner with Mr. Rivers from Charles Group." Max hadn't gone up herself, so she didn't realize Iris Hayes was there too. "Oh, and it looked like Mr. Hunt and his assistant just went up too." "Mr. Hunt? You mean Ethan?" Michael's voice jumped a few pitches. "Yes, that's him." The moment Michael realized Ethan was here—and even brought Claire—he bolted for the stairs. Max couldn't figure out why Michael was suddenly so on edge. A little confused, she just headed back to her seat. When Michael reached the second floor, it hit him—he had no idea which room Emma was in. He just made a beeline for the biggest room at the end