Chapter 218: Ethan’s Dilemma

Ethan watched as Skylar followed Chris down the hallway, her posture stiff, her steps careful. Like she was walking toward her own execution.

He exhaled sharply, dragging a hand through his hair.

Chris had barely said a word, but his presence alone was enough to crush anyone. And Skylar wasn't just anyone. She was the only person who had ever held power over Chris—the only one he had ever truly trusted.

And now, that trust was breaking.

Ethan didn't know what Skylar and Ava had discussed, but he knew it wasn't good. If it were harmless, Skylar wouldn't have lied.

That was what bothered him the most.

Skylar was smart. She knew Chris better than anyone. She knew how ruthless he could be, how he destroyed anyone who betrayed him. And yet… she still met with Ava.

What the hell was she thinking?

Ethan sighed and turned, heading back toward the West Wing. He had done his part—he had exposed the secret. Now, whatever happened next was up to Chris.

But deep down, something didn't sit right.

For years, he had been by Chris's side, helping him reshape the world. They had gone from university students to rulers of a new global order, crushing nations, toppling governments, and eliminating anyone who stood in their way.

Ethan had never doubted Chris. Not once.

Until now.

Because if Chris decided that Skylar was a traitor…

Was Ethan really ready to watch him destroy the one person who had always been by his side?

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