Chapter 191

Ethan Roscente gazed at Vivian Laurent's exhausted sleeping face, his heart softening.

He knew this trip wasn't just a simple vacation for her. But with her stubborn nature, she'd never reveal a single detail to him.

Gently, he removed her shoes and carefully carried her to the center of the bed. He adjusted the air conditioning to a comfortable temperature and meticulously tucked her in.

He stood by the bedside, watching her for a long moment before finally turning off the light and leaving.

The next morning at ten, Vivian finally woke up. The familiar bedding brought her immense comfort.

As she descended the stairs, she saw two men locked in a glaring contest.

"Master—I mean, Teacher!" Finn Deross's eyes lit up, nearly slipping up. He quickly corrected himself in front of the outsider.

Ethan raised an eyebrow. Teacher? What was this kid planning to learn from Vivian? Medicine?

"Come eat breakfast." Ethan was spreading jam on a slice of toast with elegant precision.

Finn stared at him in surprise. This man wasn't the least bit shocked that Vivian had returned?

Vivian walked down the stairs, her eyes sweeping over Ethan. So last night hadn't been a dream—this man had really barged into her room.

"Why are you still here?" She approached the dining table.

Ethan handed her a slice of toast slathered with strawberry jam. Vivian took it and began eating hungrily.

"He's here too," Ethan said, glancing at Finn.

Finn cleared his throat. "I'm not the same as you. Right, Teacher?" He tested the title, hoping for Vivian's approval.

Vivian didn't deny the address. She turned to Ethan. "You've been staying here so long. Have you paid rent?"

"How much?" Ethan didn't hesitate.

"Two hundred thousand," Finn blurted out, calculating that it might cover his own rent too.

Ethan immediately ordered the transfer.

"Enough." Vivian tapped the table. "You're moving out today."

"What about him?" Ethan looked at Finn.

"He's my apprentice. My person. What are you?"

Ethan fell silent for a moment before suddenly speaking. "I could be your person too."

Vivian nearly choked on her toast. What kind of nonsense was this man spouting so early in the morning? She still hadn't settled the score with him for taking her bed last night!