Chapter 96: The Heart’s Dilemma

Beyond the rooftop windows lay the city, a huge sea of whispered secrets and flickering lights. Inside, there was a heavy strain that persisted like an unbreakable storm. With his whiskey glass still in his hand, Ethan remained still. With every thought, a new chain tightened around his chest, adding to the night's oppressive weight.

Lily sat on the couch behind him, silently observing him. She'd seen Ethan like this before, far away, confined to his own thoughts, planning moves like a chess player facing a checkmate. However, planning wasn't the only factor here. It was a personal matter.

With a sigh, she got up and moved across the room to stand next to him. "You're overanalyzing once more."

Ethan smiled, but he kept his gaze fixed on the city. "You are also worrying excessively."

She folded her arms. "You just proclaimed war on one of the city's most dangerous guys. I apologize for my concern.