Chapter 195
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Brenna turned her gaze toward Ethan, letting out a gentle chuckle before diving into her phone to check the latest shifts in the stock market, particularly focusing on the Moreno family’s financial movements.
A brief glance revealed no dramatic changes in stock values, prompting Brenna to exit the page and begin disseminating some crucial data she had compiled online.
Watching her skillful manipulation of the phone, Ethan felt a surge of admiration. He softly grasped her hand and suggested, “Let me handle these minor details for you. Just send me the information, and my team will make sure it causes waves online within a couple of hours.”
Ethan’s assurance lit up Brenna’s face. “Oh, really?” she asked.
Ethan nodded confidently, patting his chest. “Trust me to take care of it,” he said.
With a grin, he added, “It’s effortless for us. Just forward what you’ve got, and my team will coordinate with your contacts to maximize the impact.” His real intention was to minimize Brenna’s chances of interacting with Thiago.
Gratefully, Brenna transferred the information to Ethan, expressing her appreciation. “Thank you. I’d like to treat you to dinner to show my gratitude,” she said.
Feeling somewhat disheartened, Ethan reflected on the nature of their relationship. Unsure about the usual couple dynamics, he felt such small favors shouldn’t require formal thanks or dinner invitations.
“Don’t be so formal. As your fiancé, it’s only natural for me to help you,” he said earnestly.
Brenna lowered her gaze. Why did he keep saying that? She had made things clear already. She had never truly wanted to marry him; her acceptance had been more about saving face publicly.
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When the waiter served the meal Ethan had ordered, Brenna was pleasantly surprised to find all her favorite dishes on the table. Moved by his thoughtfulness, she wondered how he knew her tastes so well.
The words she had prepared to say suddenly felt too harsh. She reflected on Ethan’s support throughout the day and realized that rejecting him outright might cause unnecessary pain. Perhaps delaying the inevitable would be kinder.
Ethan had shown her nothing but kindness, and since she wasn’t involved with anyone else, there seemed no harm in giving their relationship a little more time to see where it might lead.
“Alright, I understand,” Brenna said gracefully, pouring a cocktail for Ethan.
After a pause, she added with genuine appreciation, “Honestly, I would have been lost today without your intervention. Thanks for all your help.”
Elation filled Ethan as he glanced at the engagement ring adorning her finger. Its presence warmed his heart, suggesting her silent acceptance of his proposal.
“We’re practically family now. Whenever you’re in a bind, just reach out to me. I will help you,” Ethan assured her, pulling a black gold card from his jacket and offering it to Brenna. “Feel free to use this. It has no spending limit.”
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