As Ethan and Helen left the auction center together, he made up his mind to escort her home. "Let me take you home. It will feel so wrong if I let you go by yourself, it's getting late out here," he said.
"I don't think that's a good idea. I'll be fine on my own, don't worry yourself." Helen said. "Besides, you've already done so much for me today." She added.
Helen took a deep breath. "I'm grateful for how you defended me in front of everyone, saving me from a humiliating situation. That's more than enough," she said.
Ethan smiled softly. "You're welcome. But my mind is already made up, and I won't take no for an answer."
Finally, Helen gave a small, grateful smile and nodded. "Alright, if you insist. My house is not far, we could walk if you don't mind," she said.
"That's fine by
