Rewriting My Heart's Fate

Chapter 348

A complex emotion flickered in his eyes before he slowly spoke. "I'm just concerned about you. I don't want you to get hurt."

I sighed, feeling a mix of emotions.

Ethan's care made me feel heartwarming, but I also felt a bit pressured by it because I didn't want him to misunderstand or act impulsively.

"Ethan, I know you mean well, but Kevin and I are nothing more than friends. We're both working hard to expose Mr. Barnes' crimes. I hope you understand." I tried to keep my tone sincere.

He was silent for a moment before nodding. "Okay, I believe you. But you need to be careful. Mr. Barnes isn't easy to deal with."

I looked at him gratefully and nodded. "I will. Thank you, Ethan."

his eyes. "Don't mention it. Come on, I'll walk you back

of the setting sun bathed us in warmth

of peace I hadn't experienced before, as

before he suddenly showed a hint

talk to you about. I don't have any ties with anyone else, and I don't want you to be with anyone, either. I hope we can have a real talk

but he eventually

a foreign

it's neither of

at me earnestly before adding, "I admit my feelings for you weren't pure at first, but over time, I realized I genuinely like you. It's not about your background or

aback, surprised by his direct confession. My heart raced,

don't know what to say," I stammered, overwhelmed by everything I had been through lately. I wanted

chance to show you that I sincerely like you." Feeling the warmth of his hand brought a mix of emotions.