Chapter 116: You're Hitting Me For Him

"..." Ethan's eyes burning with a fierce intensity, let out a low growl. Vivian was taken aback. It was clear they were on different pages. She was addressing his methods and attitude while he was pouring out his feelings. Ethan looked... both disappointed and heartbroken. Vivian was aware of his sentiments. Her feelings for him were indeed not as strong, making his intense reaction weigh heavily on her heart. She felt as if a boulder was pressing down on her, suffocating her from within. She was lost for words, and even breathing became a challenge. She had faced numerous hardships before, but none had ever choked her like this. Vivian felt uneasy as Ethan's grip on her shoulders tightened. She struggled, yearning for freedom, but he didn't let go. He couldn't. For some reason, a gnawing fear gripped him. If he let her go now, he might never have the chance to be this close to her again. Vivian felt stifled. Ethan's grip on her was oppressing. Looking at him, Vivian fu