Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan) novel Chapter 187

Chapter 187 

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* Pearls 

As Lily turned to leave. Ethan quickly reached out and grabbed her wrist, stopping her in her tracks. Without a moment’s hesitation, he pulled her into his arms, wrapping them tightly around her waist. His voice was soft yet desperate. “Lily, I’m so sorry. I didn’t mean it. Please, forgive me.” 

Lily remained silent, her body rigid in his embrace. 

Ethan felt a wave of panic. Cursing himself inwardly, he tightened his hold, his tone pleading, “Baby, I’m such an idiot. I was careless. Please don’t be mad at me. I’ll do anything to make it right.” 

Still, she said nothing. 

Ethan was about to say more when he noticed her body trembling in his arms. His heart dropped as he realized she was crying. 

“Lily, baby, why are you crying?” he asked, his voice full of concern. He gently turned her around, tilting her face toward him. 

Lily refused to meet his gaze, her tears streaming silently down her cheeks. She whimpered softly, trying to suppress the sound of her crying. 

Ethan carefully cupped her face, tilting her chin up until their eyes met. Her tear–filled gaze was like a dagger to his heart. Gently wiping her tears away with his thumbs, he leaned down and pressed a tender kiss 

to her forehead. 

“I’m so sorry, baby,” he whispered, his voice full of remorse. “I never meant to hurt you. Please, forgive me.” 

Through her tears, Lily finally spoke, her voice shaking. “How could you say that? Do you not trust my love for you? Asking me something like that… it’s like you’re questioning my feelings for you.” 

Her words hit him hard. He immediately held his ears, his expression sincere and full of guilt. “I’m really, really sorry, baby. I was wrong. I wasn’t thinking. Please, forgive me.” 

Lily sniffled, her eyes still red and swollen from crying. “You’re so bad. I hate you,” she muttered, lightly punching his chest in frustration. 

Ethan nodded earnestly. “Yes, yes, I’m terrible. I’m the worst. Hit me, slap me–no, wait, I have a better idea!” He suddenly pointed to his head. “You know what? Pull my hair until I’m bald if it makes you feel better, but please, stop crying.” 

Despite her tears, Lily couldn’t help but chuckle at his ridiculous suggestion. She laughed and cried at the same time, her emotions a chaotic mix. “Do you think I’m some wild animal who would pull your hair?” she teased. “And if you go bald, I’ll divorce you immediately.” 

Ethan gasped dramatically, clutching his chest like she had just stabbed him. “What? Divorce me?!” 

“Yes!” she replied, feigning seriousness. “What do you think? A beauty like me isn’t going to live with a bald man! Looks are everything. If you go bald, I’ll dump you and find someone more handsome to be with.” 

Ethan narrowed his eyes playfully, cupping her face in his hands. He leaned in and placed a quick peck on her lips before declaring possessively, “Not allowed.” 

“Not allowed?” Lily raised an eyebrow, amused. “And how exactly are you going to stop me?” 

Ethan chook his hand his tone mock carious “If you avan think about it. I’ll bidnan quemren called 

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Lily burst out laughing. The mental image of him rounding up random men and shaving their heads was so absurd that she couldn’t stop giggling. 

Seeing her finally laugh, Ethan let out a breath of relief. Her tears had stopped, and the tension in the room had dissolved. “Baby,” he said cautiously, “does that mean I’m forgiven?” 

Lily looked at him, her eyes still twinkling with amusement. She pretended to think for a moment before finally nodding. “Forgiven. But,” she added sternly, “if you ever say something like that again, I’ll really slap you next time.” 

Ethan laughed nervously, nodding quickly. “Understood, ma’am. It won’t happen again.” 

With that, the air between them cleared, and a warm sense of comfort returned to the room. 

Ethan chuckled softly and nodded. “Alright, you can slap me as much as you want. This face is yours anyway.” 

Lily rolled her eyes dramatically, pushing him aside. “Who told you that you’re handsome? And look at you! You’ve made me miss my breakfast because of all this nonsense.” 

She turned and headed toward the dining table, her movements quick but graceful. Ethan trailed behind her, a small, amused smile lingering on his lips. Without saying a word, he pulled out a chair and sat down next to her. Together, they resumed their breakfast, the earlier tension replaced by a warm sense of normalcy. 

After a while, Lily broke the silence. Her voice was soft but carried a note of seriousness. “Ethan, don’t ever question my love for you again. It’s not that I don’t want to have children with you. I just think it’s too soon.” 

Hearing her heartfelt words, Ethan reached across the table, taking both her hands in his. He brought them to his lips and kissed them gently. “I understand, my love. I was thoughtless and insensitive. I’m sorry for 

what I said.” 

A gentle smile played on Lily’s lips as she nodded, her eyes reflecting her forgiveness. 

After breakfast, they spent a bit more time together, but eventually, Lily had to leave. Today marked the final day of promotional activities for her latest film, and an important interview awaited her. 

Ethan personally walked her downstairs to the car. Before she got in, he gave the driver some careful instructions and closed the door behind her. He stood there, watching as the car drove off, a lingering smile on his face. 

As he made his way back to his office, Ethan suddenly slapped his forehead. The memory of his earlier blunder made him groan inwardly. “Next time, I need to think before I speak,” he muttered to himself. Then, an idea crossed his mind. Perhaps he could get her a special gift to make up for it. 

Once inside his office, he picked up the phone and called his assistant. 

“Yes, Boss?” Assistant Ben’s voice came through cautiously. His nerves were still raw from whatever chaos had occurred the day before. 

“Do you have any updates on Pedro?” Ethan asked, his tone calm but commanding.