Convict!
Author: Quin Ari
last update2024-11-26 12:44:29

Chapter three.

“I just met Ethan there's no fucking way I will marry him! She said, her voice calm.

“Language young lady,” Old master Edward responded, Victoria rolled her eyes. “You will get married to him.”

Everyone's face froze in horror, while Victoria on the other hand Her eyes widened in shock.

Is she grateful that Ethan saved old master Edward? Yes! But does she want to get married to him? No! She felt like she didn't know anything about him since they just met.

“I would rather not be disrespectful, but I can't get married to him.”

“Why? He's a handsome man, one with good skills, he's a medical doctor, and knows the general too well. What more do you want, young lady? With Ethan, the future is bright.” Before Victoria could speak, the Old master cut her off.

“Vicky, you should be happy. Ethan is every lady's dream. Ethan has made a hit in this country.”

As Victoria pondered the situation, she began to see the wisdom in her father's words. Getting married to Ethan would likely bring her more benefits than drawbacks.

Just as she was about to express her newfound willingness, Ethan spoke up, his words interrupting her thoughts.

“I have a wife, thank you!”

The room fell silent, with all eyes fixed on Ethan in a mixture of shock and skepticism. They found it challenging to believe he had a wife. Everyone would want to be a part of Edward's family.

Yet, Ethan had rejected it, as if they were nothing.

Old master Edward felt disheartened after hearing Ethan was married. He saw a very bright future in Ethan and wished someone from his family would be part of Ethan's life.

He tried to think of another way to tie Ethan down, but no matter how he cracked his brain nothing was coming up. He let out a groan.

“I can't just let you go. Name one thing, anything, and I Edward will grant you, what you wish for!”

“Hmm,” Ethan hummed, caressing his jaw. His eyes darted around and then back to Edward.

“Nothing for now. There's nothing the Edward's family can do for me, when I think of something, I would let you all know.”

Their faces darkened, but they dare not show it. Old master, Edward, gestured for Victoria to step forward, which she did.

He whispered to her to get the golden card, which she did. Old master Edward passed it to Ethan.

“The two golden cards have ten million dollars each, take it.”

Ethan shook his head, chuckling. He pushed old master Edwards hand back to him. “It's fine. Give it to the less privileged.”

Victoria found herself increasingly drawn to Ethan's character. His indifference to wealth was a refreshing quality, one that she found particularly appealing in a partner.

As she reflected on their earlier conversation, she couldn't help but wonder if he was truly married. A pang of regret surfaced, and she found herself wishing he had accepted her father's proposal.

Ethan's gaze flicked to his watch, his expression hinting at a pressing engagement.

“I'll be taking my leave,” he announced, his voice firm but polite.

Old Master Edward nodded graciously, a warm smile spreading across his face.

“My doors are always open to you. If you need anything, don't hesitate to reach out. You're like family to us now.”

Ethan's eyes sparkled with a hint of amusement. The Edward's family, one of the wealthiest in the small city of White Castle, held considerable influence.

Yet, Ethan's gaze seemed to convey that he was unfazed by their wealth and status. In fact, he appeared to be pondering something far more significant.

Why bother with the Edward's family in a small city like White Castle, when powerful families in the big city would do anything to have a conversation with him?

With a subtle smile, Ethan turned to leave, but Old Master Edward's voice halted him.

“Wait,” the old man said, and Ethan paused, raising an eyebrow in inquiry.

The old master nodded to Victoria, and she stepped forward to escort Ethan outside.

As they walked, Victoria struggled to find a way to initiate a conversation, but her mind remained blank. Ethan's expression remained impassive, his eyes fixed ahead.

The crowd that had gathered outside had dispersed, leaving an awkward silence in its wake.

Victoria cleared her throat, hoping to break the ice, but Ethan continued to ignore her, his gaze unwavering.

Ethan's sole focus was on making a swift exit. As they reached the door, Victoria suddenly exclaimed, "Fuck,”

Ethan raised an eyebrow, inquiring, “What?”

“I forget my car keys, give me a second.”

Ethan merely nodded and began to pace around the entrance hall. His patience was wearing thin.

Just then, a woman walked in, and her eyes widened in shock as they met Ethan's gaze.

“What are you doing here?!” she asked, her voice laced with shock. "Aren't you supposed to be in prison?”

Continue to read this book for free
Scan the code to download the app

Latest Chapter

  • chapter 161

    “What did you think I went to do with Don, your grandfather, and your brother?” Ethan asked, slipping his hands to the pillow as he watched her closely. “You really thought I couldn't direct them from home?”Victoria’s brows drew together, a faint frown forming as she tried to connect the dots. He could see the gears turning, her confusion deepening.Ethan stepped closer, voice low and patient.“I was only supposed to destroy the CCTV cameras,” he said. “That was the plan, simple. No footage, no trace.”He paused, the faintest smirk tugging at his lips.“But when I got there…” He tilted his head slightly. “The footage told a different story.”Victoria blinked. “What story?”Ethan’s eyes hardened with memory. “The president kept a memory card hidden in his room. Tucked away where most wouldn’t notice. But he isn’t careless—he watches everything. He was too observant. Too alert. And that made me suspicious.”Victoria’s breath hitched.“And you know me,” Ethan added quietly, a dark edg

  • chapter 160

    “Oh, you son of a bitch, I should have known it was you all along!” he barked.Ethan’s laugh crackled through the phone, low and mocking. The president’s grip tightened around the device.“Once a General, always a General,” Ethan taunted. “Did you think I got this far with a dull brain? Even to steal money, you still have to be smart.”The president scoffed. “I’ll deal with you. This call is being recorded, just so you know.”Ethan let out a cold, bitter laugh. “Go on—play it. Show it to the public. And then watch yourself cry. Because what I have coming for you… you won’t see it until it’s too late, my dear.”The president didn’t answer. His throat tightened, and for a moment he could only stare at the wall, unmoving. His hand drifted to the back of his neck, fingers digging into the tense muscle.“What… do you want?” he asked, his voice lower than before.“Let’s meet,” Ethan said. “I’ll send the address. And if you try anything funny, I won’t hesitate to end you.”The line clicked o

  • chapter 160

    The president turned around and froze. On the giant screen behind him played a video of him having sex with multiple women. His jaw dropped. For a heartbeat he couldn’t breathe, couldn’t think. How the hell did this leak? Who did this?“Turn it off. Turn it off, pull it, pull it, pull it! Switch this thing off!” he barked, voice cracking with panic.His men scrambled, looking around frantically until one finally managed to kill the feed. But the damage was done.Flash after flash exploded in his face as the paparazzi surged forward, cameras raised like weapons.“Mr. President, is this infidelity?”“Sir, how do you feel about this revelation?”“Mr. President, care to explain?”Their questions crashed over him as he stood there, exposed, stunned, and rapidly losing control of the room.The president staggered back a step, his throat tightening as the barrage of questions closed in on him. His security detail formed a wall, but the reporters pushed against it, shouting over one another

  • chapter 158

    Chapter 158.The president’s convoy rolled to a stop in front of the media house. One of his guards stepped out first. The security detail opened the door, and the president emerged. Instantly, the paparazzi swarmed him, flashing cameras and thrusting microphones forward.He slid his hands into his pockets, eyes scanning the crowd with a mischievous glint. To him, this was only the beginning, his opening move against General Ethan. He would make sure Ethan regretted ever crossing him. No general would ever get the upper hand over the president.He scoffed.The reporters pushed closer.“Sir! You requested an urgent press briefing—what’s happening?” one shouted.“What’s your issue with General Ethan?” another pressed.The president stopped walking and slowly removed one hand from his pocket. The crowd hushed, cameras lifting higher. He glanced at his watch as though their questions bored him.“My issue with General Ethan?” he repeated, raising a brow. “I have no issue with him.”A mur

  • chapter 157

    Chapter one fifty seven.Victoria slammed the door open, the sound cracking through the room. Ethan’s head snapped up, pen freezing halfway across the page.“The press is here,” she said, breathless.A curse slipped out of him as he sprang to his feet. Papers rustled, one even sliding off the table as he stood too quickly.“They’re not supposed to be here.” Victoria stepped inside, lowering her voice. “How are we supposed to pull this off now?”Ethan dragged a hand through his hair and started pacing, each stride sharp and uneven. His jaw flexed, the muscle ticking hard—he didn’t need to say it; the panic tightening his shoulders said enough. He kept glancing toward the window as if the reporters were already clawing their way in.This wasn’t just bad timing. The press had a talent for ripping him apart, piece by piece, and today of all days, he couldn’t afford that.Not when he needed to reach the media house before the president even set foot outside.Then Ethan froze mid-stride. T

  • chapter 156

    He placed his hands gently on Victoria’s shoulders. Her eyes searched his, desperate, exhausted from trying to make sense of everything.“Well… there was no pain,” he said quietly.Victoria’s mouth fell open. “What do you mean there was no pain?” she asked, confusion tightening her voice.He gave a short, amused chuckle. “Because there wasn’t any pain,” he said simply.She shook her head. “That doesn’t make sense. We literally saw you suffering, Ethan. You were in pain! And now you’re saying there wasn’t?”A faint smile tugged at his lips. “I thought I was in pain. That’s why I reacted like that. But now it makes sense why my master said, ‘There’s pain when you save them, but not really.’ it's like my head was messing with me.”Victoria blinked, still trying to wrap her head around it.He let out a frustrated laugh, running a hand through his hair. “I can’t believe it. All that pain… it was just in my head.”His voice cracked with disbelief, and for a moment, she couldn’t tell if he w

More Chapter
Explore and read good novels for free
Free access to a vast number of good novels on MegaNovel app. Download the books you like and read anywhere & anytime.
Read books for free on the app
Scan code to read on App