Chapter 0130
Their lips were about to meet when Madison halted, mere millimeters
away.
Fresh from a fever, her eyes and cheeks still flush with a rosy hue, she looked especially alluring.
“What’s wrong? Don’t want to kiss me?” Ethan’s voice was a sultry
murmur.
Madison, half-leaning on his abdomen, tilted her head to look at him, ” What if you fall asleep? Then what?”
Ethan’s first thought was her subtle plea for companionship.
His heart softened instantly, pulling her into his embrace, “I won’t sleep then, I’ll stay with you, okay?”
Hearing his offer, Madison felt a tinge of guilt for keeping him awake, “I was only teasing, get your rest.”
“I’m not sleeping.”
“Why not?”
“What do you think?”
The bedside lamp went out abruptly. As darkness enveloped them, the air under the covers grew stifling.
Ethan rolled over, sealing her lips with his.
“Mmm…”
“Ethan… I’m not fully recovered yet. What if I get you sick…”
“I don’t mind.” His voice grew huskier, “If I get sick, you’ll just have to
take care of me.”
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He continued his tender assault, holding her tight in his arms, his kisses unrelenting.
It seemed only through this intimate gesture could he soothe the worries that had plagued him these past days.
The temperature between them climbed, stirring a fluster of emotions.
Madison gently pushed him away, whispering, “Ethan…”
He gripped her waist tightly, “Can’t I?”
She remained silent.
The next moment, Ethan abruptly threw off the covers and sprang out of bed, heading straight for the shower.
The sound of the shower filled the room, and Madison’s breath finally found a pause.
Just moments ago…
They had nearly crossed a line…
With her palm pressed against her forehead, it wasn’t that she was unwilling; she was just…
Ethan, now quelling certain urges with a cold shower, emerged
refreshed.
He found Madison still sitting on the bed, gazing at him with wide
eyes.
“I’m sorry…” Her apology was soft and forlorn.
Ethan laughed, toweling his hair as he approached, “Why apologize?”
Madison, sensing his coolness, couldn’t help but wrap her arms. around him, her cheek nuzzling into his neck, “Sorry… it’s not that I don’t want to, I just…”
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“I know.”
He patted her head affectionately, a doting smile on his face, “I wouldn’t be upset over this. The more you act like this, the happier I become.”
“Happy?”
“Chastity, my dear.” Ethan finished drying his hair, “Even with me, you should be cautious.”
Madison was speechless.
Ethan, invigorated from his cold shower, asked, “Are you hungry? I can have someone prepare something for you.”
“Someone?” Madison was puzzled, “Who?”
Their home, usually devoid of any other living presence, left her
curious.
“We’ve brought in some servants. From now on, if you’re hungry at night, you don’t have to cook yourself; they’ll do it for you.”
“In the middle of the night? Isn’t that inappropriate?” Madison felt it was too much trouble.
She was unaccustomed to a life of being waited on.
Ethan explained, “If we don’t use their services, my money is wasted. They’re paid to work, which is normal.”
Madison could only acquiesce.
Then, in the early hours of the morning, Brother Jia arrived with all the
servants.
The sight of the imposing group left Madison stunned.
“Miss Clark, my name is Jia Minhang. These individuals will be
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responsible for your and Mr. Jiang’s daily care. At any time, you may command us. These are your second-floor servants, available around the clock.”
Brother Jia introduced two older maids.
Madison greeted them respectfully, Hello, Brother Jia.”
Brother Jia smiled, “Miss Clark, you’re too kind. Just call me Butler
Jia.”
After brief introductions, Ethan told her, “If anything is amiss, tell me anytime. You handle these people, you make the decisions.”
“Me?” Madison frowned, “I don’t know how to manage these things.”
“It’s not about micromanaging. After all, you might be busier than me in the future.”
Ethan’s expression faltered as he mentioned this.
The recent championship had made Madison a favorite at the Civil Aviation Administration.
Just that morning, Hou An had personally granted her permission to captain international flights, should she wish.
Knowing Madison, Ethan was sure she wouldn’t refuse.
As soon as he mentioned it, Madison’s eyes lit up, “Really? I can fly
international routes so soon?”
“Is it soon?”
“It’s been nearly four months.” Ethan counted the days, “We’ve known
each other for over three months.”
Madison pouted, “Only over three months, huh? It feels like I’ve known. you for years.”
Her words seemed to strike deep within Ethan.
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He asked with a steady gaze, “Say that again.”
“Hmm?”
“What you just said.”
Swallowing her food, Madison repeated, “I feel like I’ve known you for years, but it’s been just over three months.”
“Is that short?”
“Short.”
Ethan suddenly grasped her hand, “Then… would spending a lifetime with me be long enough?”
His words, akin to a confession, made Madison’s breath catch.
Seeing her discomfort, Ethan felt a tinge of dejection.
Was it too soon?
Just as he was about to withdraw his hand, it was clasped firmly by
hers.
He looked in wonder at his hand held by Madison.
She smiled, “A lifetime isn’t enough.”
“We need two lifetimes, three, four, to be satisfied.”
Ethan’s heart thundered with excitement.
Facing his girlfriend’s confession-like words, he was momentarily at a loss for a response.
Madison saw his brief awkwardness and bashfulness, feeling warm
inside.
“Madison.” His call was earnest.
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She awaited his words.
Ethan paused before asking, “How long do you think it will take for you to be open to another marriage?”
His fondness for her grew, and the desire to stand by her side openly intensified.
The marriage certificate, once trivial, now weighed heavily in his heart.
Its presence had become so crucial.
Madison’s lashes fluttered, swallowing hard, “What… what do you mean?”
“I want to marry you.” He was resolute.
Madison hadn’t expected such a sudden proposition.
Yet, perhaps influenced by the race, her feelings had subtly shifted.
Putting down her chopsticks, and resting her chin in her hand, she smiled, “Do you understand what marriage entails?”
She didn’t doubt Ethan’s feelings but questioned the longevity of his passion.
After all, she’d been through a marriage, albeit a nominal one, and could consider herself experienced.
“And do you know what it means to be a husband?”
