Chapter 296

Clara Walton didn’t sound too friendly: “Just caught a cold, came for a quick check.” As soon as she said that, Ethan Blackwood naturally reached over and touched her forehead. Confirming there was no fever, he looked a little relieved. “River City’s weather’s been all over the place lately. Easy to catch something,” he said gently, like he genuinely bought her excuse. “What did the doctor say? Next time just tell me—you don’t have to come alone.” Clara kept quiet. For every ten things Ethan said, she might toss back one cold reply. But he didn’t seem to mind—like her attitude didn’t even register. “You’re really annoying,” Clara mumbled, frowning as she glared at him. Ethan chuckled, totally unbothered, “Only to you.” Clara: “…” And just like that, she felt totally defeated. She didn’t even have the energy to fight back anymore. She gave up trying to pull her hand away and let Ethan hold on as they walked out of the hospital together. Just as they stepped outside, a group of reporters