Chapter 614

"Evelyn…" Ethan's voice was low and gentle. I lifted my head and gazed at him through my tear-filled eyes. He gently wiped away the tears on my face, his eyes filled with immense tenderness. "Don't cry. As long as I'm here, no one can hurt you." His warm palms rested on my cheek, and the familiar touches gradually calmed my heart. In front of Ethan, I always seemed so fragile, easily overwhelmed by tears. But at the same time, I drew endless strength from him. "Ethan…" I choked up, gripping his hand tightly. "I'm just… I'm so scared. Zach is still in that monster's hands, suffering who knows what. And Madison… she went into the lion's den for our sake…" Just thinking of it twisted my heart in pain, and my tears flowed uncontrollably. This was all because of me. If it weren't for me, Zachary and Madison wouldn't have to suffer. I had dragged them into this mess. "Don't overthink it." Ethan seemed to read my thoughts as he spoke in a soft and comforting tone. "This isn't you