Rewriting My Heart's Fate

Chapter 66

One time, Grandma went out, and I fell ill. She came home very late, and by then, I was already quite sick. Ever since then, I had been terrified of complete darkness.

Cold sweat broke out on my back and palms as people moved past me in a chaotic stream. I couldn't see ahead and was jostled around, bumping into others repeatedly. Thad no idea who had taken my hairpin from behind, but suddenly, a warm, dry hand clasped my wrist. Before I could react, I was pulled into someone's embrace

The familiar scent of cedarwood filled my nostrils. I knew I should tell him to let go, but fear kept me silent. Subconsciously, I clung to his sleeve as though it were my last lifeline. "Don't be afraid," than said as he led me forward. His usual cold voice was inexplicably gentle at that moment.

I closed my eyes and followed him, unsure of where we were headed but noticing that the crowd around us was thinning. The rhythmic tapping of shoes on the floor was the only sound I could hear "Where are you taking me?" asked softly.

The next moment, I was pulled into a room. Ethan pushed me against the door, pinning my wrists with one hand while the other cupped my cheek.

Before I could react, he leaned in and kissed me. This kiss was different from the last. It was gentle, each touch making me feel cherished.

he began kissing me more urgently, pulling at my lips until they ached. Only then did I come to

would do this. Even though he was with Leah, he still kissed me. He was a complete

Ethan's gaze in the darkness. He turrowed his brow

said, raising a hand to stop

"Evelyn="

"Ethan, you disgust me."

utterly miserable. What he

seemed sharper. I could almost hear his breathing change. After

first returned, it wasn't just hatred Tresented

but he was often cruel to me. So, I resented him, blamed him, and felt a