Chapter 496

"Marc?" I exclaimed in surprise. Marc stood there, stunned. He was looking back and forth between me and Ethan. "Evelyn, what's going on here?" His gaze landed on our tightly clasped hands. I coughed awkwardly and tried to pull my hand away, but Ethan held it tightly. "Marc, this is my… boyfriend, Ethan." I forced myself to introduce him. "As for the news today, it's all media speculation. We won't be getting… engaged. I'm sorry." Marc's expression instantly darkened like the stormy sky. He stared at me intently. A flash of hurt and anger crossed his face. "Evelyn, what does this mean?" he asked coldly. "Just a few days ago, weren't we all sweet and affectionate? How come you've suddenly changed your mind?" Hearing this, Ethan's face also turned grim. He tightened his grip on my hand, as if silently questioning me. I lowered my eyes, feeling guilty. I stammered, "Marc, let me explain…" But Marc didn't give me a chance to speak. "Explain? What's there to explain?" He sn