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Chapter 95: Ethan's Proposal

Penulis: Lois
last update Tanggal publikasi: 2026-03-06 00:07:48

Bella POV

Ethan picked a restaurant with no paparazzi access, a corner booth, and wine he'd clearly researched in advance. It was a thoughtful choice. Everything about Ethan was a thoughtful choice.

"The Singapore expansion is going well," he said, refilling my glass. "I heard from the analysts that you're ahead of schedule."

"Marginally." I turned the stem of the glass in my fingers. "Your Jakarta deal — did that close?"

"Last week." He smiled, that easy, open smile that never seemed to cost h
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