Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan) novel Chapter 104

ebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband 

Chapter 104 

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Lily placed her hand on Ethan’s shoulder and smiled playfully. “If he had actually agreed to marry me. I would have called my incredibly handsome, possessive, and ridiculously jealous husband to teach Ryan a lesson he wouldn’t forget.” 

Her words caught Ethan off guard, and he fought hard to keep from grinning like a lovestruck fool. Instead, he tilted her chin up gently with his hand, his dark eyes gleaming with mischief as a devilish smirk spread across his face. 

“Alright,” he said, his tone teasing but firm. “I’ll let you off the hook this time. But…” He paused dramatically, 

…you still need to be punished for another crime” 

“Crime?” Lily blinked in confusion. Her head tilted slightly as she searched his face. “What crime?” 

“The unforgivable crime,” he replied with mock seriousness, locking his gaze with hers. “You abandoned your husband in bed this morning and didn’t even wake him up. You know the first thing I want to see when I open my eyes is my wife’s beautiful face.” 

Lily couldn’t help but laugh softly at his exaggerated tone. “Is that really a crime, my dear husband?” she asked, her voice brimming with amusement. 

Ethan nodded solemnly. “It absolutely is. A husband as handsome as me has certain rights, you know. And one of them is seeing his wife’s face first thing in the morning. So now, Mrs. Ethan, I’m afraid I have to punish you.” 

Her lips curved into a sly smile as she leaned closer. “Oh? And what punishment does Mr. Ethan have in mind for his wife?* 

Ethan’s smirk widened as he leaned toward her ear and whispered, his voice low and teasing. “You’ll have to take a bath with me.” 

For a moment, Lily froze, her cheeks flushing a deep shade of pink as his words sank in. But to his utter surprise, she nodded, her voice soft but unwavering. “Alright… I’ll do it” 

Ethan blinked, utterly stunned. Had he heard her correctly? She agreed? He had made the suggestion playfully, never expecting her to take it seriously. Watching her with wide eyes, he took a step back in disbelief, trying to process what had just happened. 

Taking advantage of his momentary daze, Lily laughed mischievously and dashed into the bathroom. 

It took Ethan a few seconds to snap out of his reverie. The sound of her voice calling his name from the bathroom jolted him back to reality. 

“Ethan!” she called out. 

Panic immediately gripped him. “Lily, are you okay?” he asked, rushing into the bathroom without 

hesitation. 

What he saw next made his breath hitch and his heart pound in his chest. Standing under the warm spray of the shower, Lily was clad only in her delicate undergarments. Her skin glistened under the water, and she turned to look at him with wide, innocent eyes that belied the mischievous grin tugging at her lips. 

For a moment, Ethan felt like his soul had left his body. His mind raced, trying to process the sight before 

him. 

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“Lily…” he managed to whisper, his voice hoarse and his thoughts utterly scattered. 

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Lily giggled, clearly enjoying his reaction. “What happened, Mr. Ethan? Didn’t you suggest we take a bath together?” she teased, her tone light and playful. 

Ethan swallowed hard, unable to tear his eyes away from her. One thing was certain–his punishment had taken an unexpected turn, and he wasn’t sure whether to curse his earlier teasing or thank his lucky stars. 

The warm water from the shower cascaded over Lily’s smooth, glowing skin, accentuating her soft curves. Her wet, jet–black hair clung to her shoulders and back, framing her face like a delicate halo. Her flushed cheeks and shimmering eyes gave her an innocent yet irresistible allure. She looked ethereal, almost like a water goddess brought to life. 

Ethan stood rooted in place, utterly captivated. His gaze lingered on her with an intensity that blended admiration and reverence. It was as though he feared blinking would shatter the vision before him. Lily glanced at her husband, noticing how he seemed frozen in awe. The way his eyes followed her every move sent warmth coursing through her, a mix of shyness and exhilaration. 

After a moment, she tilted her head and called out playfully, her voice a sultry drawl. “What’s the matter, hubby? Not going to join me?” 

Her words seemed to snap Ethan out of his trance. When their eyes met, Lily felt a jolt of surprise at the raw desire shimmering in his gaze. It was powerful and unfiltered, yet underpinned by restraint. Ethan took a deep breath and tore his eyes away, muttering under his breath, “Lily… I was just joking. You don’t have to 

do this.” 

Her eyes widened in disbelief. Was this man for real? Here she was, standing before him, barely dressed, and yet he held himself back? His restraint was palpable, though the tension in his body made it clear just how hard he was trying. Then it hit her–she remembered his promise from their wedding night. He had vowed not to touch her until she freely confessed her love for him. A soft sigh escaped her lips as she looked at her remarkable husband. 

“… I think I should go. Ethan stammered, turning away. 

Her lips curled into a teasing smile. “What if I don’t want you to go? What if I want you to join me, hubby?” she purred, her voice dripping with temptation. 

Ethan froze mid–step, his body taut with tension. It was taking every ounce of self–control not to turn around. The evidence of his struggle was unmistakable, yet he stood firm. The woman he adored was standing mere steps away, beckoning him, but his promise loomed large in his mind. 

“No!” he managed to reply firmly, though his voice betrayed the turmoil inside. 

Before he could take another step, he felt her slender arms wrap around his waist from behind. Her body pressed softly against his back, and her breath tickled his ear as she whispered, “Come on, Ethan. It’s just a shower… nothing more.”