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Chapter 9

Chloe nestled in the arms of Ethan, feeling the strength of his embrace. As she thought about his sudden disappearance after mentioning "urgent matters" in the afternoon, her heart gave a slight tremor. When she regained her composure, she immediately pushed away from Ethan, taking a step back.

"I'm fine," she said, turning her face away. "My mother is sick and needs money. Since you're here, just give me the money."

Ethan's eyes narrowed, glancing toward the hospital room Chloe had come out of.

"If you want the money, fine, but come with me somewhere," he stated, not waiting for Chloe's reaction and heading straight towards the elevator.

Just as the elevator doors were about to close, Chloe squeezed her way in. Ethan stared at her, a slight upward curve appearing at the corner of his mouth, his eyes showing a certain unwavering certainty.