Chapter 42 Dear, Forgive Me

Emily saw Ethan seated at the dining table not far away. His face was as cold and unruffled as ever, making Emily doubt if she was dreaming. She thought, ‘Is this a candlelight dinner? Has Ethan lost his mind?’ “Mr. Thomas, what’s this about…” Emily stood by the table, feeling at a loss. Ethan coldly uttered a single word, “Sit.” Though shocked, Emily took a seat at the position across from him. Despite facing each other, they were nearly six feet apart. She thought, ‘This is quite a distance.’ Before she could even get comfortable, she asked, “Mr. Thomas, is there a special occasion today?” Emily considered various holidays including Valentine’s Day and other events, but none matched the timing. She felt that sudden flattery could only mean deception or ulterior motives. She warily eyed Ethan across from her. “No,” Ethan replied indifferently. “This is arranged to apologize to you.” Emily was stunned and pointed at herself. “To apologize to me?” She thought, ‘What is this