Unveiled: The Survivor's Triumph

Chapter 16 My Future Wife

"Which hottie caught your eye?" Bella noticed my weird expression and leaned in.

I awkwardly whispered, "I think I saw the guy who took me to the hospital that day."

"Which one?" Bella got curious and followed my gaze. "The one in the white shirt, looking pretty hot, and smoking?" Ethan had striking looks and a strong presence. No wonder Bella spotted him right away.

I barely nodded before Bella dragged me toward him.

"Bella, forget it." I tried to hold her back. I wanted to thank Ethan, but not here.

"What are you scared of? You know him, so just say hi." Bella wouldn't listen. She was strong, and I couldn't stop her. "Hey, long time no see." Bella acted like she knew Ethan, even though she didn't. I knew him but was too shy to speak. Ethan, lounging on the sofa, looked up and locked eyes with me. I felt flustered.

"Sorry, old friends catching up. Mind if we join?" Bella pushed me next to Ethan, then sat on the other side, addressing the others.

I lost my balance and fell next to Ethan. He put his arm around me, and his scent overwhelmed me, making me blush.

kissing my ear. "Still mad at me? Can we make up?" His deep voice was like an electric current, loud enough for everyone to hear. I blushed

Ethan's quick response shocked everyone, including Bella

girl next

chance too. But Mr. Windsor, you're so low-key. When did you get a girlfriend? No news at

understand. They were trying to set their daughters up with Ethan,

with resentment. I felt wronged but had to play along. Ethan had helped me

is this young lady from?" The bald man seemed

a wealthy family, and my background might embarrass

my hand, smiling slightly.

when he defended me at the hospital, making my heart

Finally, the big-bellied man tried to ease the tension

even more curious. 'Who exactly is Ethan?

clues from their conversation, but they only talked about trivial

who accepted every drink, but

her phone, immediately offered to come with me. I knew she was curious about my relationship with Ethan. Given her temperament, it was impressive