All Chapters of Sinful Desires : Gravity Of Us : Chapter 21 - Chapter 25

Ethan sat stiffly on the hospital bed, arms crossed and lips pressed into a sulky line. The bland aftertaste of the hospital meal still lingered, and his pride was taking the real hit.The door opened again.A nurse wheeled in a bowl of warm water and a folded towel, smiling politely. "It's time for a quick bath." She said gently, adjusting the tray.Ethan's eyes widened. "Nope. Not happening."She smiled again, not budging. "There's nothing to be embarrassed about, Sir. It's normal for patients.""I said I'm fine."Before she could respond, Alex stepped in. "It's okay." He said calmly. "I'll do it. You can leave it with me."The nurse hesitated, then nodded and exited.Ethan turned slowly toward Alex, visibly unimpressed. "I don't want you to do it either." He snapped. "I can manage on my own."Alex raised a brow, voice casual. "Oh come on. It's not like I haven't seen all of you before."Ethan's mouth parted, ready to argue, but no words came out. His gaze flicked to the tray, then

Work was over for the day. Ethan stepped into the elevator, ready to leave. As the doors started to close, he noticed Alex walking toward him.For a split second, Ethan hesitated, then reached out and held the door open.Alex stepped in quietly.The elevator doors shut behind them, and the space between them filled with silence. Neither spoke. Ethan thought about saying something, but before he could, his phone rang in his pocket.He pulled it out and checked the screen; Lily.He glanced at Alex briefly, then answered the call. "Hey.'' He said.Alex stood beside him, eyes ahead, saying nothing as the elevator continued its slow descent."It's late, Lily." Ethan said tiredly, rubbing the bridge of his nose. "I just got off work, and I'm really exhausted."Hearing Lily's name, Alex turned slightly to glance at him. Ethan looked worn out, his posture tense, eyes heavy.On the phone, Ethan sighed. "Fine. Where are you? I'll come over."He hung up a few seconds later.Just then, Alex's pho

At the breakfast table, Mr. George and Mrs. Carol sat quietly, sipping coffee and enjoying their morning. Just then, Lily walked in with a bright smile, she greeted her parents, and took her seat beside them."Guess what?" She said, her voice full of excitement. "Bethany's coming back—she'll be home in two days!"Both parents looked up, intrigued."I'm so happy." Lily continued. "It's been ages since I last saw her. I can't wait.""Hold on." Mrs. Carol furrowed her brow in confusion. "Bethany?" She asked, trying to recall the person, the name sounds familiar but she just can't remember clearly."I understand that it's been so long and that's why you can't remember her anymore. It's Bethany, Alex's childhood best friend, remember now? They were inseparable back then, like two peas in a pod.''Mrs. Carol's eyes widened with realization. "Bethany.... goodness, that girl practically lived in this house."Mr. George chuckled softly. "She and Alex were indeed inseparable back then."Lily no