Chloe’s POV
As we pulled over in Ethan’s parents’ garage, I couldn’t help the anxiety that gnawed at me from all corners. I was scared for him and also felt bad for myself because it was my fault all this was happening. If he hadn’t tried to stand up for me, he wouldn’t have offended his mother.
I felt a warm hand wrap around my palm, patting it. I turned to look at Ethan, who gave me a look of reassurance. As much as he tried to smile at me, I knew he was already battling within himself. The worst sin a person can commit is to offend one’s mother, whether she is right or wrong doesn’t matter. What matters is that she be treated with respect.
I nodded at him, and he turned the car off, got down and opened the car door for me as well. I got down, and he held my hand as we walked into the
