No Sex for Six Years Because of Her? I'm Done novel Chapter 128

**TITLE: My Heart Waited Too Long and Choosing Freedom**
**Chapter 128: Do You Have a Girlfriend?**

“From the very beginning, the Rowes have only ever acknowledged Amelia as our daughter-in-law. That woman and her daughter have already moved out, and they have nothing to do with Ethan anymore!” Grace’s voice was sharp, each word laced with a mix of frustration and urgency. Her eyes darted nervously towards her son, shooting him warning glances as if to say, “Don’t you dare say anything foolish again.”

Nearby, Fiona sat quietly, her usual demeanor of calm and detachment now replaced by a growing frown. She was typically uninvolved in the affairs of the younger generation, but something in the air felt off. Her gentle features, usually softened by kindness, now bore the weight of concern as she sensed the tension escalating around her.

Mason, however, appeared unfazed by the unfolding drama. His gaze was unwavering, locked solely on Amelia, as if she were the only person in the room.

“Amelia, is what they said true?” His voice was steady, yet the intensity of his stare made her heart race.

For a fleeting moment, Amelia felt a jolt of nostalgia. She recalled the grand and cold Everett Residence, where her second brother would always come to her defense, quietly standing up for her against the bullies and injustices that plagued her. No matter how dire the situation, he had always been her silent protector.

In this moment, she realized that if she were to nod in agreement or even hint at her grievances, Mason would undoubtedly confront the Rowes, demanding they apologize for their disrespect. With the Everetts’ current standing, Ethan and his mother would be too intimidated to utter a single word in retaliation.

The thought of standing tall, reclaiming her dignity in the stifling confines of her marriage, was tempting. But then what? She would only find herself further entangled in the complex web of Rowe-Everett relations, making a clean escape even more impossible.

No. This was not the path Amelia desired. What she truly craved was a clean break from the mess that was the Rowes, not a fleeting moment of triumph that would ultimately lead her deeper into their chaos.

With a deep breath, Amelia pushed down the swell of emotions threatening to spill over. “Mason, none of that’s true. I’m… living very well here,” she stated, the words feeling absurd as they left her lips.

Mason’s brow creased slightly, his eyes narrowing as he searched Amelia’s deliberately composed expression. A shadow of doubt crossed his face; he didn’t buy her words. He suspected she was merely trying to shield Ethan’s fragile pride in this awkward situation.

A quiet irritation simmered within him. The atmosphere was thick with tension, and Grace’s heart raced, fearing that Mason might unearth more than anyone was prepared to handle.

Mason remained composed, meeting David’s probing gaze with a steady look. “I do,” he replied, his tone serious.

As if that declaration wasn’t enough, he added casually, “Amelia also knows.”

Beatrice’s face drained of color, her expression shifting to one of disbelief. She whipped her head around, her eyes narrowing into slits as she glared at Amelia, fury bubbling just beneath the surface.

So he already had a girlfriend! And Amelia, that shameless girl, had kept it from her all along, allowing her to make a fool of herself in her attempts to win his favor. It felt intentional, as if Amelia had orchestrated this moment just to humiliate her.

David’s face, lined with age, froze in shock. Mason’s calm demeanor and his blunt words had made it abundantly clear: Beatrice had no chance whatsoever. Remaining in this situation would only lead to further embarrassment, and he couldn’t allow Mason to continue enjoying the Harlows’ humiliation.

Even the old fox, seasoned in the ways of social maneuvering, found it hard to withstand the weight of Mason’s indifference. With a shaky breath, he rose, using his health as an excuse, and hurriedly made his exit with Beatrice in tow.