Ethan, babe... we should let it go for now," I whispered, keeping my eyes on him. "For the sake of his dad."
Ethan let out a long, ragged sigh, his expression softening just a fraction as he reached up to caress my cheek. His thumb was warm against my skin, but his eyes were still dark with storm clouds.
"Fine," Ethan said, his voice dropping to a low, dangerous register. "But if I see him anywhere near you again, Meadow, I won’t be merciful. I will personally ensure he rots in jail for the rest of his life."
I nodded quickly, wrapping my arms around his waist to pull him close, trying to anchor him back to reality. It worked. I felt the rigid tension in his shoulders ease slightly as he leaned down to press a soft kiss against my forehead.
Turning back toward the desk, I looked at Mat
