Sophia claimed she didn't care. But seeing all the nasty comments about her online still stung. It hurt more than she wanted to admit. Ethan stood right behind her. His sharp eyes scanned every single comment, not missing a single word. A chilling intensity flashed through his gaze, his expression darkening as his brows furrowed. Without hesitation, his long fingers reached out and snatched the phone from Sophia's hand. With a swift motion, he turned off the screen and tossed the phone onto the table. "Don't waste your time on that garbage." His voice carried a sharp edge, his tone more aggressive than he intended. Sophia suddenly recalled how effortlessly he had been chatting and laughing with Ivy earlier. They had looked so at ease together. The frustration and grievance inside

