Obedience No More He's the One I Deserved novel Chapter 171

The two of them laughed together. When Dawn went back to her room, she was still glowing with energy.

Ethan was sitting on the couch, working. He lifted his head and looked at her.

"What did you and my mom talk about that made you so happy?"

"We were just chatting."

Dawn came out after washing her hands, rubbing lotion on them. Her smiling eyes lingered on Ethan's handsome face.

After a moment, she said, "I really envy you."

"I know, right?"

Ethan closed his laptop and reached for her hand. He tugged gently and pulled her into his arms, pressing a soft kiss on her cheek. "I envy myself too, for having such a beautiful, smart, and adorable wife."

Dawn didn't move. She just kept staring at his face.

Her bright eyes held many feelings—admiration, longing, and a hint of sadness.

"That's not what I mean."

Her voice softened. "Ethan, you don't realize how lucky you are."

Ethan had the perfect background. A happy family. Loving, healthy parents. He grew up in a safe place, so his confidence came naturally. He was bold because he knew someone always had his back.

Dawn wasn't like that. She had nothing. She survived by pretending to be stronger than she was.

The light in her eyes dimmed. Ethan frowned and gently touched her face. "But now that you have me, doesn't that make you luckier than me?"

His words pulled her out of her gloom.

"Of course."

She smiled faintly. Her eyes were misty. "You asked what I talked about with Mrs. Jackson? I'll tell you ... "

She leaned close, her breath warm against his ear. "She reminded me not to believe your sweet lies. If I'm not ready, I shouldn't get pregnant. So what did you say yesterday? Not happening."

Dawn had no plans to be a young mom.

Her lowered voice carried a sensual note. Images from last night flashed in her mind.

Ethan's gaze darkened. His Adam's apple bobbed as his hand brushed her waist. "Sorry. I got carried away last night. I'll be careful next time."

Even though they'd already been intimate, Dawn blushed hard. Her calm act fell apart quickly. She tried to stand, mumbling, "A fault confessed is—ahhh!"

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