Chapter 27-A Kiss Driven by Envy

Ethan’s POV The moment I saw Katelyn, my breath caught in my throat. She was radiant, her beauty undeniable, and nothing like the woman I had once taken for granted. Her confidence shone through every step she took, and it shook me to my core. But it wasn’t just her transformation that rattled me—it was seeing him with her. Cayden. His hand resting casually on hers, his smile making her laugh in a way I hadn’t seen in years. An unfamiliar surge of anger boiled in my chest. I didn’t think so. I grabbed Scarlett’s hand, squeezing tightly, my knuckles white with tension. “Ow! Ethan, you’re hurting me!” Scarlett hissed, trying to yank her hand free. But I couldn’t let go. I was too focused on Katelyn and Cayden as they walked away, their figures disappearing into the crowd. My blood pounded in my ears. I wanted to rush over there, to punch Cayden in the face, to pull Katelyn away from him. But they were gone. Scarlett finally tore her hand from mine, glaring at me with wide, furious