Chapter 31 Past Feelings
Ashley felt a mix of anticipation and fear about his response, unable to understand why she was so conflicted.
Ethan parked the car by the roadside, lost in thought.
Did he love Ava?
It seemed he had never considered this question before.
Years ago, when he was kidnapped, it was Ava who delayed the captors, giving him a chance to escape.
They had known each other for over a decade but only confirmed their romantic relationship three years ago. However, the long-distance nature of their relationship had kept their feelings from deepening.
After a long pause, Ethan said, "Maybe."
If he didn't love her, he wouldn't have confirmed the relationship in the first place. Yet, if he did love her, it didn't seem to be that deep.
Ashley's heart sank, feeling a bit sour for some reason. "That's really a pity for you two."
The atmosphere suddenly became awkward. Seeing her unhappy face, Ethan raised an eyebrow and said, "What? Are you jealous?"
Ashley snorted, "I haven't even fallen for you yet. Why would I be jealous?"
Ethan gave a devilish smile, lifted her chin, and kissed her. "You will fall for me eventually."
Ashley glared at him playfully. Why did he always kiss her out of the blue? She blushed from his teasing.
Just then, Ethan's phone rang. It was Diannel. "Mr. Yates, I've booked your flight to Ferndale. There are a few important projects that need your personal attention before your trip."
"Okay, I'll head to the office right away."
After hanging up, Ethan said, "I need to work overtime at the office. Should I drop you off first?"
Ashley replied, "I'll take a cab home. You go ahead and work."
Ethan, displeased, insisted on driving her home, claiming it was too late and unsafe. Not wanting to delay his work, Ashley hailed a cab in front of him and told him to go to the office. Seeing this, Ethan had no choice but to drive to the office.
As soon as Ashley got into the cab, her phone rang. It was Pauline. "Ashley, the Yates Group has contacted us to sign the contract tomorrow. They've also booked a flight to Ferndale for tomorrow afternoon. Are you available?"
Ashley thought to herself, 'Ethan doesn't know she is Elisa. To avoid unnecessary trouble, it's better to keep her identity hidden for now.'
"Contact Samantha and have her sign the contract and go on the trip in my place."
Samantha was a trusted friend and assistant.
"Okay."
Just as they hung up, Ashley received a call from an unknown number.
Ashley didn't like answering unknown calls. After ignoring it a few times, the caller persisted. She reluctantly answered, "Hello."
"Ashley, is that really you?"
Hearing the voice, Ashley's back stiffened.
That voice...
"Ashley, can we meet?"
Ashley rubbed her temples, feeling a headache coming on. "It's too late and inconvenient. Let's talk another time."
Without waiting for a response, Ashley hurriedly hung up.
Staring at the unknown number, Ashley was lost in thought.
"Miss, we're here."
The driver's voice brought her back to reality.
"Okay, thank you."
Ashley got out of the car and had just reached her doorstep when a figure suddenly rushed out, startling her.
"Who is it?"
"Ashley! I've been waiting for you for so long. You're finally back!"
Seeing the man's face, Ashley frowned in displeasure. "How did you know I live here?"
The man was still handsome but no longer cheerful and lively. His eyes were filled with madness and obsession.
He tried to hug Ashley, who cried out and pushed him away.
Suddenly, she thought of Ethan, her heart pounding with guilt.
"Ashley, I heard about the Wilson family. No one can stop us now. Can we start over?"
Ashley said, "Chris, I'm married! Don't come looking for me anymore. It wouldn't be good if my husband found out!"
Chris Scott couldn't believe it. "Married? To whom? Easton?"
Ashley replied, "No."
"I don't believe you. You're lying. Ashley, let's start over, okay?"
Chris stepped forward and grabbed Ashley, ignoring her resistance, insisting on hugging her.
What they didn't know was that a paparazzo in the corner was furiously snapping photos of them...
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