Chapter 237

"It's not your first time..." The shock in Ethan's eyes was obvious. It was his first time. Last night, he had been so focused on controlling himself and ensuring he didn't hurt Layla that he hadn't even realized it. Layla gave a faint, bitter smile. She gripped the base of her left thumb tightly with her right hand, holding back her emotions and whatever shame she was feeling before turning her head away from him. "Yeah." Ethan lowered his gaze, lost in thought. Seeing the space beside him, Layla tried to slide past him and leave. However, he reached out and grabbed her wrist. "I don't care if you've had boyfriends before—" "I haven't." "How did—" She yanked her hand free, her face pale, but her voice was firm. "You don't need to know. What happened last night was a mistake. Nothing more." "But I need to take responsibility." "I don't need you to." Ethan wasn't ready to give up. He held onto her wrist again, this time more gently. "Let me explain. I don't know why you thou