Married To My Ex-Husband’s Rival by Jobet GraySon

Chapter Forty

Third Person POV.

Richard sat in the plush backseat of his car, his thoughts consumed by the events of the day. The entire day had been incredibly tiring for him, and all he wanted to do was go home and get some

rest.

The gentle hum of the engine and the passing city lights outside did little to ease his restless mind. In the rearview mirror, he noticed his assistant and secretary, Ethan, studying him intently.

Irritated by the unrelenting gaze, Richard finally broke the silence.

“Ethan, for the love of God, why have you been staring at me like that?” Richard exclaimed. “If you have something to say, just spit it out instead of giving me this constant scrutiny.”

Ethan sighed, his eyes flickering with concern and respect. “I apologize, Mr. Romero,” he started cautiously. “But I can’t help but wonder why you allowed Miss Amber to go and meet Colonel Miller on

her own.”

Richard furrowed his brow, genuinely puzzled by Ethan’s comment. “Why would I need to follow her?” he asked. “We had discussed her meeting with Colonel Miller, and it’s nothing but a simple conversation in an open space. Was I supposed to hold her hand the whole way?”

Ethan exhaled. “I’m not saying you should have followed her, sir,” he replied. “But Colonel Miller has a reputation for harassing women. It wouldn’t be surprising if he tried to be inappropriate with

Miss Amber.”

Richard rolled his eyes dismissively, unable to fathom Ethan’s worry. “Do you really think I would just send Amber there without taking precautions?” Richard retorted, his annoyance growing. “I have someone watching her closely, ensuring her safety. And trust me, Amber is more than capable of handling herself. She’s no damsel in distress.”

Ethan’s concern deepened as he absorbed Richard’s words. “Forgive me, sir,” Ethan replied. “I was just worried about Miss Amber’s well–being, especially since she might not be very familiar with men like the Colonel, and I felt like it wouldn’t hurt to have someone by her side as an extra precaution, especially given Colonel Miller’s reputation. I just hope nothing happens.”

Richard let out an exasperated

continued to pry. “Ethan,

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and determination. “I understand, sir,” he replied. “But there’s something else I need to address. Please hear me out, even if you might

upset.”

he grumbled.. “Spit it

have to say that’s going to rile

if you’re ever going to tell Miss Amber the truth about what really pushed you to propose to her,” he began cautiously. “And, well…why you hate

harping on abou this?” Richard asked dismissively. “That’s not something

were the one to tell her,” he explained gently. “If she were to find out through other means, she might feel deceived, used, and upset. That would not be good for

is fully aware that our arrangement is based on mutual benefits, so there’s no way she’d feel used when she already knows she’s being used,” he retorted, his voice tinged with impatience. “And as for my reasons for marrying her, I will only tell her the truth

Amber’s late mother,” he stated gravely. “Wouldn’t it be

he countered, his voice firm. “She’s still mentally fragile, and anything too overwhelming might send her spiraling back into a state of depression and detachment. I

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only just starting to come out of her depressed shell, Ethan,” he countered, his voice firm. “She’s still mentally fragile, and anything too overwhelming might send her spiraling back into a state of depression and

in. “So, you’re keeping it from

hers,” he

thin. “I am keeping it for both our sakes. But more importantly, I am

ready to handle such

sighed, his frustration evident. “Very well, sir,” he conceded. “I just hope you’re making the right decision.”

for the remainder of the car ride. Ethan’s focused driving came to a halt as he pulled into Richard’s place, the sound

trying to shake

in his chest.

his face. He half–heartedly opened the car door but

began. “You must never, under any circumstances, make the mistake of telling Amber about the connection between her late mother and

Richard’s stern tone, his brows furrowed in confusion. “Of course, sir,” he replied quickly, a sense of understanding dawning on him. “I won’t utter a word

signs of doubt. Satisfied with what he saw, he stepped out of the car.