The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning

Chapter 116

Madelyn’s eyes lit up with anticipation. “May I know what the surprise is?” she asked the deliverer.

“You’ll find out when the time comes, Ms. Jent. The extra ticket allows you to bring a friend along.”

Holding the two tickets and an expensive bound art album signed by Edward Waltz, Madelyn was at a loss. She had no friends to invite. But then, she thought of someone suddenly, and she wondered if he would like to join her.

At nine in the evening, the evening breeze stirred outside. In a hospital room on the 15th floor, Ethan was in a video conference. The door to his room was slightly ajar, sounds from outside trickling in.

“Ms. Jent, please wait a moment. He’s in a meeting. It won’t be long.”

“If he’s busy, I won’t bother him, then. George, could you please give him this ticket?”

George was taken aback by the ticket, a hint of surprise accompanying his smile. Madelyn did not realize her timing was not great. Just as she was fretting over how to offer Ethan the ticket, George could conveniently pass it on.

room, laptop in hand. “Ms. Jent, Mr. Arnold’s meeting is

Madelyn wrinkled the ticket in her hand. She

Lost in thought, Madelyn barely

“Ms. Jent…”

tidying his papers, his piercing, ink-like eyes glancing at her. Perhaps due to his busy schedule, a hint of fatigue lurked in his gaze. He rolled down his sleeves, hiding the tattoo on

his forearm.

heard you needed to speak with me. Why are you standing there? Please,

came to ask if you’re free next week. I’d like to invite you to an art exhibition.” She presented the ticket.

turn down

expected his

I’ll arrange

Let’s just meet at the

just one thing…”

“What is it?”

me.” His gaze dropped to his own legs.