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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constantly questioning my

with a mix of hesitation and determination. “I understand, sir,” he replied. “But there’s something else I need to address.

upset.”

he grumbled.. “Spit it out, Ethan.

say that’s going to rile me up

wonder 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 Kayden Black

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

she were to find out through other means, she might feel deceived, used, and upset.

a frustrated sigh. “Amber 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 when I am certain she can handle it.”

late mother,” he stated gravely. “Wouldn’t it be better if she found out now? It might help her understand

her depressed shell, Ethan,” he countered, his voice firm. “She’s still mentally fragile, and anything too overwhelming

sarcasm creeping in. “So, you’re keeping it from her for

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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 detachment. I will not risk

“So,

hers,” he remarked pointedly.

both our sakes. But more importantly, I am protecting her, Ethan,” he snapped back. “This is not entirely about

she is ready to handle such life–alformation.

“Very well, sir,” he conceded. “I just hope

and Richard sat in silence for the remainder of the car ride. Ethan’s focused driving came to a halt as he pulled into Richard’s place, the sound of the engine stalling momentarily breaking the

to

in his chest.

car door but paused before fully stepping out. He turned back to Ethan, his voice laced with

“You must never, under any circumstances, make the

stern tone, his brows furrowed in confusion. “Of course, sir,” he replied quickly, a sense of understanding dawning on him. “I

intent on Ethan’s face, searching for any signs of doubt. Satisfied with what he saw, he