Chapter 34

Normally, Ethan Blackwood wouldn’t even hesitate to answer a question like that. But this time, he said nothing. Fiona Barrington clenched his collar tightly, her voice shaking. “So... you really fell for Clara? You're not even planning on divorcing her anymore, are you?” She was desperate for a yes or no. But Ethan just looked at her, expression flat. Then, without a word, he pried her hands off him. That tiny gesture made the distance between them feel like a chasm. Fiona stared at him in disbelief. “Ethan, you…” “Fiona.” His voice was calm but distant. “Now’s really not the time to be asking me that.” Her face went pale, eyes full of shock. “You’re engaged. About to get married. Asking me this... it’s just inappropriate. It’ll only lead to unnecessary drama.” He said it like it was nothing. “I don’t want your fiancé getting the wrong idea. And I don’t want my wife misunderstanding either.” Every word hit like a blade. It sliced through Fiona, slow and cruel. She staggered back a ste