Chapter 72 Ethan, I love you
Ashley mulled it over before finally saying, "Yeah, I guess I do like him. Otherwise, why would I feel so down when he didn't care about me?"
Ethan's lips curled into a smile, pure joy lighting up his face.
But Alex's eyes darkened, a sharp pang hitting his heart.
Ethan chimed in, "Who said I don't care about you?"
Ashley hadn't expected him to be standing at the door, overhearing everything. Her face turned beet red.
Ethan strolled in with a bouquet, tossed Alex's flowers into the trash, and placed his own in a vase.
His move was both bold and showy, a clear message to Alex.
"Thanks for visiting my wife, but I need to take care of her now. It's best if you leave," Ethan said, polite but firm.
Alex, feeling awkward, mumbled, "Alright, you two talk. I'll head out."
Once Alex left, Ethan sat by the bed. Ashley looked down, her bangs hiding her nervous eyes.
He lifted her chin, making her look at him. "Are you sure you like me?"
Ashley's heart raced, and she shyly nodded.
Ethan grinned mischievously. "Say it again, seriously!"
Ashley thought he was being a bit overbearing. Still, she had already admitted her feelings, so she gathered her courage and said, "Ethan, I like you."
Ethan felt like he was floating on a cloud.
"Good!"
He leaned in and kissed her. Ashley responded, wrapping her arms around his neck.
They kissed for what felt like forever before finally pulling away, both of their hearts pounding.
Ashley asked, "Ethan, do you like me?"
They say the one who falls first always gets hurt. She had confessed first; would he laugh at her?
Ethan hesitated. "I..."
Ashley saw the hesitation and felt a twinge of disappointment.
Just then, there was a knock on the door.
"Come in," Ethan said, secretly relieved for the interruption.
"Sir, the clothes, shoes, and bags you ordered have arrived."
Ashley looked confused.
Ethan said, "Bring them in."
Several women entered, carrying the latest fashion items, drawing everyone's attention.
"Ethan, why did you bring all this to the hospital?"
"I don't know why you're upset, but I know women love new clothes, shoes, and bags. So, I got you the latest ones."
"Do you like them?"
Ethan eagerly awaited her response.
"You're a bit too flashy..."
Ashley said it, but inside, she was thrilled. It wasn't the stuff that made her happy, but Ethan's thoughtfulness. Even though he hadn't said he liked her, his actions spoke volumes.
"But, thank you. I really like them."
Just as she finished, another group walked in. "Sir, ma'am, the baby clothes and toys you ordered have arrived..."
A team brought in the items.
Ashley's eyes sparkled. "You even got stuff for the baby? I'm not even three months along yet. Isn't it too early?"
Ethan replied, "For our child, everything has to be perfect and planned early."
Ashley got out of bed, and Ethan quickly helped her.
She looked at the baby clothes and toys, touched by their soft and comfy feel.
"Ethan, thank you. I'm sure the baby will love all of this."
Seeing her so happy made Ethan feel content.
"As long as you both like it."
Just then, the food delivery arrived.
Smelling the food, Ashley's stomach growled, and Ethan said, "Hungry? Let's eat."
"Okay."
They sat down at the dining table to enjoy the meal.
Ashley glanced at Ethan, who was eating with his head down. Even though he hadn't directly answered her question earlier, his actions seemed to have given her the answer.
Ashley suddenly felt like the happiest woman in the world.
She took a few bites, and her mouth was covered in oil. A mischievous look flashed in her eyes.
She suddenly kissed him on the cheek.
"Ethan, thank you for everything you've done for me."
Seeing the oil on his handsome face, Ashley couldn't help but laugh.
Ethan affectionately tapped her nose. "You little rascal."
He took a sip of soup and suddenly pulled Ashley in for a kiss.
"Mmm—"
Ashley gasped, and he took the opportunity to pry open her mouth and feed her the soup.
They kissed passionately for a long time before separating.
Ethan's voice was hoarse. "Don't always call me by my name. Call me Honey, and I'll give you everything I have!"
Ashley blushed. "Honey... I like you, I really, really like you..."
She didn't even know when she started liking him!
Hearing this, Ethan's heart skipped a beat. He suddenly scooped her up in a princess carry, took three steps to the bed, and gently laid her down.
"I know, Honey."
He leaned down and started to get intimate with her.
They did everything except the final step, and both lay on the bed, panting and holding each other tightly.
Just then, Ethan's phone suddenly rang.
"Honey, your phone is ringing."
Ashley was now addicted to calling him Honey.
Ethan saw his mother calling, so he hung up and held Ashley. "Ignore it; let's keep sleeping."
"You should answer it; what if it's something important?"
Ethan sighed helplessly and answered the phone.
"Ethan, come home quickly; something big has happened..."
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