Love On Ice: Don’t Leave Me, My Charming Liar

Chapter 300: Callie adopted an expression of wounded innocence. "Miss Olson, you've misread the situation. This was purely business. I share your sympathy for Nyla's loss-you can't blame Ethan for that." Bonnie fixed her with a withering stare, releasing a bitter laugh. "Such a masterful manipulator. Does interfering in others' marriages bring you joy? Perhaps you should practice your meddling with your own parents' relationship." "Miss Olson, please mind your manners," Ethan said, stepping in as soon as he heard the words, sensing they were a bit too harsh.

Callie, however, responded with grace. "I understand that you're likely protective of Nyla, as her close friend. It's natural to defend someone you care about, but I assure you, I haven't interfered with her relationship. We were simply talking about work." Indeed, their conversation had been about work. The only thing was, Callie had casually mentioned some memories from their past, which made her smile. In truth, Ethan hadn't been really paying attention. Bonnie, however, had witnessed the exchange and misunderstood the situation.

Unaware of the full context, Ethan assumed Bonnie was intentionally causing trouble. "If you're here to cause problems for Nyla's sake, I suggest you leave," Ethan said, his voice calm. Hearing that, Bonnie seethed with anger. She couldn't believe Ethan was defending this woman, whom she saw as deceitful. In that moment, she understood why Nyla had wanted a divorce. How much had Nyla suffered? "Mr. Brooks, you once swore to protect Nyla and promised you wouldn't let her suffer. Have you honored that vow?" Austen spoke up abruptly.

He placed a hand gently on Bonnie's back, trying to comfort her. mr ρdaes anovels.cm He, too, was taken aback by Ethan's words and felt angered that Ethan could behave this way. "It's my fault for not protecting her, but when it comes to choosing between her and the child, I will always choose her. As for everything else, I haven't wronged her." This was likely the longest response Ethan had given in a long time. He had been reflecting on this for some time, realizing he hadn't done enough to protect Nyla.

However, when it came to choosing between her and the child, he would always choose Nyla. Bonnie's anger softened a little, though she remained upset. "Then why are you having Nyla watched? Is she a criminal? Why are you monitoring her so closely?" Unwilling to admit he was afraid of Nyla leaving him, Ethan responded sharply, "That's none of your business." "None of our business? Ethan, are you saying your promises no longer matter?" Austen said sharply, his arm around Bonnie. "If you truly love her, you should set her free, not hold her captive like this." . . .