Anastasia told Ethan, "I've been thinking about it for a long time. I don't want Sophia to continue living in a boisterous setting where she experiences daily bad feelings. Sophia is constantly worried and frightened, significantly impacting her development and character. I want her to have a wonderful life filled with joy and happiness. I don't want her to experience daily fights between mom and dad."
Ethan was thrilled after hearing what Anastasia had to say. He had these ideas before, but he had held himself back because he was concerned that Anastasia would be unable to leave her parents. He firmly believed that when a man marries a woman, leaving and cleaving is inevitable. "Okay, let's take Sophia to my villa in the center of Jade Lake tomorrow and see her reactions."
Anastasia was ready to nod when she abruptly said, "What about Charlotte?" If we leave, she'll be all alone here. She will undoubtedly be upset. I don't want to see her upset either."
Ethan wanted to add that it would be better if Charlotte moved to the villa with them, but he considered it and decided it needed to be corrected.
Furthermore, considering Charlotte's personality, she would not be willing to move in with them.
Ethan considered it and asked, "Why don't we all move together?" The villa is vast and has multiple buildings.
"We can live in separate ones. When they dispute, we will not hear it. We can make that arrangement."
Ethan's villa covered an ample space in the middle of the lake. It was the only villa on the small island in the middle of the lake.
It was more of a mansion with multiple buildings, gardens, pools, docks, and various amenities.
Anastasia shakes her head. "No. Even if we lived separately in the same villa, my parents would become agitated during heated arguments. Let me think about it first and let you know, Ethan."
"Sure. "Let me know once you've decided," Ethan added.
He was aware of Anastasia's anxieties, mainly about Charles and Claudia. She loved deeply her parents.
Anastasia and Charlotte were unlucky to have such parents. But the choice of who will be your parents is not an option.
The following day, Ethan sent Anastasia to Spark Enterprises before driving to Orion Industries to do some business.
Ethan had just exited his car outside the workplace when he heard a familiar, angry voice. "I stated I needed to get to work.
"Stop wasting my time here."
It was Charlotte.
Ethan looked over and noticed a small crowd gathered at the entrance to Orion Industries. Charlotte appeared annoyed and wanted to go inside, but a young man around 25 reached out to stop her.
Ethan squinted his eyes. He recognized who this man was. Riley Shade, the scoundrel Charlotte once carried a torch for in college, was also the spouse of Ferry Mason's sister. What a scumbag to go and see Charlotte this morning at work even though he is married already.
Riley was bothering Charlotte right now.
"Charlotte, you used to like me. Your feelings for me will only vanish slowly. Do you still have feelings for me now? In that case, why can't we start over? Riley stated, looking like a dedicated man.
Charlotte looked disgusted. "Riley Shade, did you forget you were married long ago? How could you, a married guy, talk about starting over with someone else? You are so shameless! You don't feel shame, but I do! Furthermore, I was naive to have a crush on you in college. Why do you believe I still like you? Are you dreaming?"
Riley demanded as a loving lover. "Charlotte, I understand you're only saying such things out of spite. You still like me. The look in your eyes when we last met can't fool me! Do not worry. Please give me some more time. I will divorce her and marry you! I will not disappoint you this time, and I pledge to treat you properly! Please say "yes!"
Riley reached out to take Charlotte's hand while they spoke.
"What the... show me some respect!" Charlotte screamed angrily and took a few steps back to avoid it.
"I've already stated that I stopped having affection for you long ago and have no plans to marry you! If you keep bothering me like this, I will contact security!" Riley's shamelessness infuriated Charlotte, causing her face to flush.
"No, I understand you're upset I didn't choose you back then. Do not worry. I guarantee you are the only person I will marry in this lifetime. You're mine!" Riley leaned out to grab Charlotte again.
Charlotte was furious, but nothing she said could assist a madman like Riley. She tried to go, but he kept stopping her. She had nowhere to go to avoid him.
The office personnel had gathered around them, believing it was merely an argument between a young couple. So, except for pointing fingers and chatting, no one intervened.
Suddenly, a figure materialized in front of Charlotte, protecting her from Riley.
"Get lost!" If you bug her again, I will not be courteous!" Ethan scoffed.
Riley said in frustration after being stopped, "Don't be so nosy!" But he quickly understood that the person who had halted before him was Ethan!
When Charlotte heard Ethan's voice, she knew she had found a savior and hurriedly tugged the hem of his garments. She asked Riley, "Did you hear that?" My boyfriend advised you to get lost! Otherwise, he'll give you a lesson!"
Riley glared at Ethan. "Like I said, you're attempting to spite me on purpose. I checked long ago. "Ethan Knight isn't your boyfriend; he's your sister's loser husband."
"You!" Charlotte was about to dispute with him again when she overheard Riley refer to Ethan as a loser.
Ethan raised his hand to halt Charlotte. "Go to work. Let me handle it."
Charlotte could no longer bother with this, as it was getting late. She nodded at Ethan and entered the Orion Industries office building.
Riley wanted to go after her, but Ethan stopped him. He had no choice but to watch Charlotte disappear inside the building.
"Damn it!" "Ethan Knight, I will not spare you because you have ruined my plans!" Riley glared at Ethan.
"Are you really that desperate? Haha, you're already married, but you're here to harass another woman. "I wonder what will happen to you if your wife and the Masons find out about this," Ethan replied coldly.
Riley trembled and yelled at Ethan, "You loser, how dare you threaten me?!"