Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

ebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband Chapter 25 "Lily, let's go home." Ethan said gently, steadying her by her waist.

Finished Lily blinked up at him, her expression clouding with sadness. “Home? I don't have a home... she murmured, her voice trembling.

Hearing her words, Ethan's chest tightened. He knew everything about her struggles and the loneliness she carried in her heart. It pained him to see her like this, and he silently vowed to erase every trace of sorrow from her life.

Cupping her face tenderly in his hands, he gazed into her teary eyes and promised, "Lily, I'll take away every reason that makes you cry. I won't let anything hurt you again.

Even in her drunken state, Lily felt the warmth in his words. A faint smile tugged at her lips, and without thinking, she reached up, holding his face in her small hands. Rising on her tiptoes, she pressed a quick kiss to his lips and giggled. "You're so sweet, HandsHuman Being...

Ethan froze. His entire body went rigid as his mind struggled to process what had just happened. His eyes widened in disbelief as he looked at the woman in his arms, now smiling at him innocently.

Did she just... kiss me? To confirm he wasn't imagining things, he pinched his arm lightly. The faint sting told him it was real. She had kissed him. A small peck, but a kiss nonetheless.

A boyish smile spread across his face, and a spark of joy lit up his usually stoic features. For the first tin his life, Ethan felt a happiness so profound it made his heart race. It didn't matter that she was tipsy-this was their first kiss, and it was perfect in its own way.

He was about to say something, but a familiar voice interrupted the moment.

"Ethan! I've been looking for you everywhere, and I- Mr. Parker voice trailed off as he turned the corner and spotted the two of them. His jaw dropped slightly as he took in the scene: Ethan standing with a woman in his arms, clearly caught in a tender moment.

Who would've thought this cold, untouchable devil could charm someone so quickly? He's only just met her, and she's already melting in his arms! Mr. Parker couldn't help but smirk to himself. If this continued, he'd better start planning a wedding gift. And maybe, he mused, it was tto start searching for a wife of his own.

Lost in his thoughts, Mr. Parker didn't notice the icy glare aimed directly at him until it made the hair on his neck stand on end. He snapped out of his daydream to find Ethan staring daggers at him, his expression a clear warning.

"Oh no, I'm interrupting something, aren't I?” Clearing his throat awkwardly, Mr. Parker took a cautious step back, raising his hands as if to surrender. “I, uh... I'll just leave you two alone," he muttered, beginning to turn away.

But before he could retreat, Lily's cheerful voice called out, "Boss Parker!" Mr. Parker froze in his tracks the moment Lily called his name.

Wed, 5 Mar Chapter 25 Finished "Ethan.... Is this handshuman being actually Ethan? GEO Ethan?" she asked, pointing at Ethan with a mix of curiosity and confusion.

Handshuman being? Caught off guard, Mr. Parker nodded hesitantly. Before he could say anything. Lily suddenly pushed Ethan away and gasped tically. "So this handshuman being. I mean, CEO Ethan, is your Ethan?" Ethan blinked, his expression unreadable.

Mr. Parker stood frozen, unsure whether to laugh or run.

Ethan frowned as the warmth of Lily in his arms vanished. He watched her sway unsteadily and instinctively stepped forward to steady her again.

Lily, however, seemed to be in her own world. "Boss Parker,” she said, her voice a mix of guilt and determination, "it's not what to think. Really, there's nothing going on betweenand HandsHuman Being-I mean, CEO Ethan. He didn't even touch me! We weren't hugging, and we definitely didn't kiss!" Mr. Parker brows shot up in surprise. “Kiss?” he muttered, his tone laced with disbelief. Ethan? The ice-cold CEO? Kissing someone? He almost wanted to applaud.

But Lily misinterpreted his reaction entirely. Guilt flooded her face as she explained, "Boss Parker, you don't need to be upset! CEO Ethan loves you so much! He toldhimself how deeply he cares for you. He'd never cheat on you-not with someone like me. Never!" Both men froze.

"And you're so much prettier than me,” she continued, nodding earnestly. "Your hair is silkier, your lips are pinker, and... and softer, too!" She clutched her head in frustration. "Boss Parker, you have to believe in your love! You two make such a beautiful couple!" Mr. Parker opened his mouth to respond but found himself utterly speechless. Meanwhile, Ethan's face darkened with every word she spoke. All the joy from their earlier kiss had been drained away by her absurd conclusions.

Seeing the storm brewing in Ethan's expression, Mr. Parker instinctively took a step back. I am so dead, he thought. With one sharp glare from Ethan, Mr. Parker straightened up and quickly excused himself, retreating with the speed of someone escaping certain doom.

Lily, seeing Mr. Parker leave in such a rush, assumed the worst. "Oh no! He's heartbroken!” she exclaimed, clutching her chest in distress. "Lily, what have you done? You've caused a misunderstanding in their relationship! Poor Boss Parker must feel so betrayed!" Ethan pinched the bridge of his nose, a rare look of exasperation crossing his face. He grabbed her gently by the shoulders and made her look up at him. "Lily, listen to me. Mr. Parker isn't heartbroken." he must be!" she argued, her voice rising. "It's like when a wife catches her husband with his mistress!" Ethan closed his eyes for a moment, taking a deep breath to calm himself. “And you," she added, poking him in the chest with an accusing finger, "why didn't you tellyou were Ethan? If I'd known, I wouldn't have kissed you! And why are you still standing here? You should go after Boss Parker! How can you be so heartless? He must be crying somewhere right now!" Ethan's jaw tightened, and he finally said softly. "Lily. I'm not gay. I'm straight." Chapter 25 Finished

Lily stared at him for a few seconds, her expression blank. Then she with a m patted his arm with a knowing look. It's Okay, HandsHuman Being "I's I mean, CEO Ethan. Eknow your secret. You don't have to hide it from Ethan let out a heavy sigh, realizing this conversation was going nowhere. “Lily," he said patiently, “there's nothing going on betweenand Mr. Parker" She frowned, clearly unconvinced. "Nothing at all? He's not your girlfriend?" He shook his head firmly. "No.

Her frown deepened. "So.... he's your boyfriend?" Ethan's eye twitched. "We're not a couple, Lily. We don't have that kind of relationship. Mr. Parker and I are best friends. Do you understand?" She tilted her head. "No love?" "No." "You're not a couple?" "No." Suddenly, her eyes widened, and she clapped her hands together as if she'd made a brilliant discovery. "Ohhh, I get it now! You're friends with benefits!"

Ethan groaned, running a hand through his hair. At that moment, he wanted nothing more than to find whoever had started these ridiculous rumors and make them disappear. "Lily..." he began, then shook his head in defeat. "Forget it. You're drunk. There's no point in explaining." Turning to her, his voice softened. "You must be tired. Let's go home." Yawning, Lily nodded and stretched out her arms. "Mmm, I'm tired. Let's go home," she murmured, leaning forward and wrapping her arms around his neck.

Ethan smiled as he scooped her up in face.

his arms, carrying her bridal-style, Looking at her peaceful face. he pressed a gentle kiss to her forehead and whispered, "Sleep well, my love." 30