His Secret Child, Her Revenge: Remarrying Up novel Chapter 172

Chapter 172 Chloe’s Obsession

Chapter 172 Chloe’s Obsession

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A choked sensation tightened in her throat, cutting off Chloe’s words. She hadn’t noticed Zack’s arrival-or the moment his hand closed around her neck.

Zack’s gaze was that of a starved wolf sizing up its prey. His grip felt no different: a predator’s hold, ready to snap her neck and end her life at any second.

It was then that real fear set in. Chloe’s eyes darted toward Ethan in panic.

Ethan remained composed, almost relaxed, a faint smile touching his lips. Yet that very expression sen a first tremor of dread through her.

He stood tall, hands casually tucked into his pockets.

“Ms. Vance,” he said, his voice cool and even, “the person capable of threatening me hasn’t been born yet. You’re overestimating yourself.”

He gave Zack a slight nod.

Zack released her immediately.

Chloe stumbled back, rubbing her neck, too shaken to speak.

But Ethan closed the distance between them.

“Go ahead,” he told her, his tone dangerously soft. “Tell your brother exactly what you saw today. I’d be very curious to see what happens to me once he finds out.”

Without another word, he turned and walked away.

Chloe stood frozen on the spot for what felt like minutes.

A cold breeze swept past, making her shiver-finally pulling her back to reality.

Every time she visited Ethan, she took care to dress beautifully, choosing outfits that sacrificed warmth for style. And every time, he acted as if she weren’t even there.

It was exhausting.

Since childhood, anything she wanted, her family made sure she got. So why couldn’t she win over this man, no matter what she tried?

Hugging herself against the chill, Chloe felt the earlier fear gradually fade. Strangely, the terrifying look Ethan had given her moments before now replayed in her mind-but instead of scaring her, it stirred something else.

A dreamy smile touched her lips.

He had looked so commanding just then.

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Inside. Zack stood by the window and eased the curtain open a sliver. “Mr. Brooks, she’s still out there

Ethan leaned back on the sofa, weariness weighing on him. “Let her stay.”

Zack approached, noted his exhausted expression, and couldn’t resist teasing. “Mr. Brooks, it’s only been two days. How come you look so worn out? Don’t tell me you’re losing sleep.”

Ethan kept his eyes closed. “Looking for trouble, are you?”

Zack grinned, unbothered. “So… you and my idol shared a room last night. Nothing… happened?”

Ethan didn’t open his eyes. “What kind of thing?”

“You know… guy-and-girl stuff.”

“You seem pretty knowledgeable.”

“Hey, I’ve never been in the rodeo, but I’ve seen the horses run.”

“Zack.” Ethan opened his eyes.

“Yeah, Mr. Brooks?”

“How old are you again?”

“You don’t remember? I’m twenty-nine. Just a year behind you.”

“Twenty-nine…” Ethan considered it. “Old enough. Maybe it’s time to marry you off.”

Zack stared, stunned. “Mr. Brooks, what’re you talking about? I’m with you for life-I’m not going anywhere! And wait, ‘marry me off? I’m a guy! Where would I even go?”

He shook his head firmly. “Besides, I don’t want to get married. Too complicated.”

Ethan turned onto his side, propping his head on his hand. “Is it really that complicated?”

Zack nodded seriously. “Take Ms. Thorne-a perfect example. She married Silas, and look how that turned out. Total mess, left her hurt.”

A subtle shift passed through Ethan’s eyes. “She just married the wrong person.”

“And you,” Zack went on. “You and Ms. Wilde aren’t even married, just engaged. But honestly, even if you did marry, I don’t think you’d be happy.”

Ethan paused. “Why not?”

“Because you don’t love Ms. Wilde, and she doesn’t love you either. It’s a business arrangement-no real feelings involved.”

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Ethan closed his eyes again, another layer of fatigue settling over his features.

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