Claire doesn't expect anything when she returns to Maple Ridge Residence. Margaret greets her at the door and casually mentions that Ethan has already left. There's an urgent matter at the company.
Urgent matter? Claire snorts inwardly. More like he got pissed off and didn't want to see her face.
Nothing new.
She showers, changes, and finally lies down on the bed, scrolling her phone out of habit. That's when she notices an unread message.
From Ethan.
[Something urgent came up at work. I'll be back very late tonight. Don't wait for me. Get some rest.]
"...?"
Claire stares at the screen.
What is this now? Since when does he report his whereabouts to her?
She rolls her eyes and tosses the phone aside—only for it to buzz again moments later.
[I'll make breakfast tomorrow morning. It
