Chapter 543 Evil Begets Evil
A sudden clap of thunder rolled across the sky as rain began to pour down in sheets.
"Let go of me, you brutes!" Mary screamed hysterically as the men carried her away wrapped in the bedding. "I'm going to be the future princess! How dare you treat me this way? I'll have your fingers cut off for this!"
Though she was bundled in the bedspread, she was completely naked underneath and terrified.
The estate manager glared at her with contempt. "You shameless woman. His Highness has a wife and children, yet you throw yourself at him! Thankfully, our prince is an honorable man who only has eyes for Ms. White. You call yourself a lady? Offering yourself as a mistress? Not only are you lacking in morals, but you're not even attractive."
"How dare you!" Mary sputtered with rage. "Put me down!"
After struggling free, she challenged him furiously. "You think I'm not attractive? Are you blind?"
"My eyesight is perfectly fine, thank you."
Mary laughed bitterly and suddenly flung open the bedspread, raising her chin proudly. "Take a good look! Am I ugly, or are you just blind?"
The men around her swallowed audibly. While she wasn't particularly beautiful and her figure was average at best, the sight of her bare form still stirred their desires.
Mary's anger had clearly clouded her judgment, leading her to make this dangerous and foolish display.
"What are you all staring at?" the manager snapped. "Get her out of here, now!"
"Yes, sir!"
As one man carried Mary away, the manager directed the others, "The rest of you, go to the bamboo cottage. His Highness wants the bed and bedding completely replaced."
After Mary was dumped unceremoniously at the roadside, the rain intensified. She staggered forward, her borrowed bedding growing heavier as it soaked through.
"Pearl! This is all your fault!" she cursed. "If you ever fall into my hands, I'll tear you to pieces!"
Seeing headlights approaching, Mary waved desperately. "Help! Please help me!"
The car stopped beside her. The driver, noticing her disheveled state and realizing she was likely naked under the wet bedding, smiled with sinister intent.
"My lucky night," he leered. "A beauty delivered right to me. Don't mind if I do..."
"Stay away from me! I'm aristocracy! You can't..."
Before she could finish, he yanked away the bedspread and threw her into his car.
As thunder crashed overhead, muffled screams came from the rocking vehicle parked on the forest road.
In her misery, Mary blamed Ashley for everything, never once considering her own actions were at fault.
Back at the cottage, Ashley emerged from her shower to find Ethan strategically positioned in the doorway, blocking her view of the bedroom. Workers were busy replacing the old bed with a new one, while maids prepared fresh bedding.
"Ethan, why are you replacing the bed?" she asked, her voice carrying to the workers.
The staff turned to look at her, standing there in her black lace nightgown with her hair still damp—a captivating sight.
In an instant, Ethan positioned himself protectively in front of her. "Focus on your work," he warned the staff. "Eyes elsewhere."
Ashley suppressed a smile at his possessiveness.
"Pearl, a filthy rat got onto the bed," Ethan explained smoothly. "You know how particular I am about cleanliness, so I ordered a complete replacement."
Ashley nodded. "I see."
"Your hair is still wet. Let me dry it for you in the bathroom."
"Alright."
While the staff finished with the bed, Ethan gently dried her hair in the bathroom. The warm air from the dryer and his fingers running through her hair created an intimate moment. Looking at their reflection in the mirror, Ashley blushed, a tender smile spreading across her face.
Ethan returned her smile. "There, all dry."
"Thank you," she said softly, putting her arms around his waist and kissing his cheek.
"Your Highness, the bed is ready. We'll take our leave now," called one of the staff.
"Thank you. You may go."
Once they were alone, Ashley yawned. "Ethan, I'm exhausted. Let's go to bed."
Ethan nodded, but glanced down at himself, remembering what had happened earlier. With a slight frown, he said, "Pearl, you go lie down. I need to take a quick shower first."
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