Chapter 680
Vivian shoved Ethan away violently.
She had no intention of being tied to this man.
To her, Ethan was nothing more than a convenient tool.
"Why refuse me?"
Ethan's intense gaze locked onto her eyes.
He could sense the hesitation in Vivian.
"No reason."
She turned her face away.
When she tried to pull her wrist free, his grip only tightened.
"I'd do anything for you."
His voice was deep and husky.
"But not commitment."
Vivian's tone left no room for argument.
Ethan knew better than to push.
He leaned in to kiss her, but she dodged him.
"Disgusting!"
Her nose wrinkled in distaste.
"Even your own?"
A low chuckle escaped him.
"Want a taste?"
"Get lost!"
She kicked at him before rolling over and cocooning herself in the blankets.
Ethan gently tucked the covers around her.
His lips brushed her forehead in a featherlight kiss.
Pausing by Theo's room on his way downstairs, he glanced at the sleeping boy.
Excitement kept him awake all night.
Morning light filtered through the curtains when Vivian stirred.
The other side of the bed lay empty.
She winced as she touched her aching lower back.
"Bastard..."
After freshening up, she found Theo already seated at the dining table.
"Morning, Aunt Viv!"
The cheerful greeting made her give up correcting the title.
"Where's your uncle?"
She asked absently while pouring juice.
"That irresponsible—"
Before she could finish, Ethan emerged from the kitchen carrying breakfast.
"I'm always ready to take responsibility."
The smirk playing on his lips spoke volumes.
Vivian's retort died in her throat.
She'd meant looking after Theo.
Where had this man's mind wandered?