Chapter 173 Epilogue 1 Ethan and Bella Carter

Five years later....

Throughout the five years of their marriage, Bella had thought that as time passes, Ethan's love for her would reduce but she was entirely wrong. On the contrary, his love for her seemed to have increased with every passing day. A loving husband and a doting father he was especially to Miley since she often fell sick. She was weaker compared to Morgan. Leah had grown into a very beautiful eleven year old girl.

After making sure that Leah, Miley and Morgan had their supper, the two ran to their playroom and Bella could only sigh. They were so stubborn. She called their nanny and said," Please read them their bedtime stories because we might come back home late. Call me incase of anything." "I will do it Mom," Leah offered and Bella let her. With that, she went to her bedroom to organize herself for the evening banquet they were going to attend with Ethan.

When it clocked eight, she heard footsteps approaching their bedroom and on looking up, it was him. He clearly scrutinized her before saying," I think you should change." "Why? Don't l look good in it?" she asked puzzled.

"You looked absolutely amazing that I'm scared they might steal you away from me," he said as he came closer. She chuckled at his antics. He had always been so possessive.

"You very well know that I have eyes only for you," she said as he embraced her from behind. As he kissed her long exposed neck, she said," Ethan don't start. We are going to be late." With that, she pulled herself away from him and left to go to the car. She knew what he wanted and if she gave in, they would take hours. Ethan groaned and first went to check on the kids before going to the car.

After half an hour, they reached the hotel's parking lot and considering the number of cars they found, it showed that they were late. After parking, the chauffeur left the car and Bella attempted to leave the car but Ethan held her wrist and she looked at him questioningly. "We have a problem," he said. "What is it?" she asked. "I'm damn hard," he said and she looked at him dumbfounded. "You can't be serious right now," she said. "More than serious. Can't you see? As a dutiful wife, you should serve your husband first."

"You must be joking! We are late Ethan Carter. We've just left home. Okay, after the party," she negotiated. "No. I want you right now, right here. I can't concentrate on the party unless you want me to look at other women," he bargained and she glared at him. "It won't take long I promise," he whispered before kissing her ferociously and she gave in. After all, she was a married woman. His hands reached to unzip her dress as they resumed roaming on her body.

Thirty minutes later, he was fastening his belt as she was putting on back her dress. "You took forever, Ethan Carter," she said as she zipped her dress. "But as if I heard you asking for more and I only granted your request," he said as he smirked and she rolled her eyes. She got wipes and cleaned herself as well as him. Before they got out, he held her wrist once again and she glared at him. "What?!" He chuckled before saying," I wasn't asking for another round but if you want, the pleasure is mine. I wanted to tell you that Alicia is at the party." "It's okay. We can go," she assured him after much silence and they left to join the party.

As soon as they entered the hall, they got a lot of attention since almost everyone had settled. The owners of the banquet came and welcomed them.

Alicia was standing with her husband Reuben Clinton and some other people when she caught sight of Ethan Carter and his wife coming in. When they arrived earlier, her eyes had been searching for him and she concluded that he might not come, but here he was. She clearly looked at his wife, as if comparing herself with her. She was indeed beautiful and her dress was classy, she had to admit to herself. And judging by the way he looked at her, she could tell that he adored her.

It was the same way he would look at her or even this was more. She had always wished for him to find true love but now, she didn't know why she felt a certain tug at her heartstrings. As if it pained her seeing him love another person. When Reuben followed her line of sight, he saw Ethan Carter, her ex husband and he said," Oh, your ex is here. I think we should go and say hello." Without waiting for her reply, he caught her hand and they headed towards their direction.