Chapter 44

Ethan's POV

I couldn't take it anymore. I had to get out of there. I got into my car with Emily and drove home, my mind reeling from the events of the night. It had been worse than I could have imagined, and I was exhausted. I just wanted to go home and forget about the whole thing.

I sped down the road, my anger boiling over. I didn't care about the rules of the road or the consequences of my actions. I just wanted to get home and be alone with my thoughts. I was fuming, and I could feel my pulse racing.

All I wanted to do was smash something against the wall, to release my anger and frustration. I knew it was an irrational thought, but I couldn't help it. I felt like I was losing control, and I was scared of what I might do.

The worst part was that Ava had shown up, making everything even more complicated. I couldn't believe that Liam had invited her to the dinner, and I was furious that she had ruined the whole night. I couldn't help but wonder what her motives were, and why she ha