Rewriting My Heart's Fate (Ethan and Evelyn) novel Chapter 12

I had just finished counting my savings and sorting through some luxury items I didn't need when the maid called me down for dinner. I responded and set my things aside, then got up to leave my room.

I thought that after spending so much time upstairs, Liam would have already left. But when I walked into the dining room, there he was, sitting like a lord at the head of the table, with Jack seated beside him.

I couldn't help but find it amusing. Normally, Jack would go on and on about respecting the elderly when he was around me and Elene.

As soon as he saw me, Jack called out eagerly. "Evelyn, come over here! Have a chat with Mr. Tyler. I'm getting old, and I know you young people aren't interested in what I have to say."

I leaned against the banister, holding up my phone, and silently mouthed a number to Jack. The next second, I heard the notification sound of a transfer hitting my account.

I walked toward them slowly, checking my phone to see the amount—five thousand dollars. I couldn't help but smirk and stop in my tracks.

"Mr. Wiley, your bribe is a bit stingy, don't you think? Or perhaps..." I glanced deliberately at Liam as I spoke.

Liam was sharp. He met my gaze and seemed to immediately understand the silent exchange between Jack and me.

He chuckled and adjusted his posture to lean back more comfortably in his chair. "Mr. Wiley, have you been skimping on Evelyn's allowance?"

Jack quickly denied it and laughed nervously. "Mr. Tyler, you misunderstand. I've just been busy this month and was a couple of days late transferring her allowance. That's why she's upset."

Then he turned to me, smiling through gritted teeth. "Come over and eat. I'll have Ivy transfer another 10 thousand dollars later."

My eyes lit up. I hadn't expected to get this much money out of just one meal. Thinking quickly, I decided to push my luck.

"Dad, 10 thousand dollars isn't enough. The exams are over, and I've made plans to go out with friends.

"Once the admission letters come in, there will be lots of graduation parties to attend. Could you increase my allowance a bit more?"

Jack was practically grinding his teeth as he asked, "How much do you want?"

I held up my hand, spreading my fingers wide, and then closed them. "50 thousand dollars."

Jack's face darkened as he forced out a "Fine". Then, he added, "Now will you come eat?"

I nodded happily, but just before sitting down, I threw in one last request. "Dad, don't forget the five sets of Galaxy outfits you promised me."

"Mm." Jack was so fed up that he could barely speak.

Nevertheless, I was thrilled. Even Liam, who had been watching the scene with amusement, seemed more pleasant to me.

I picked up the soup in front of me and asked, "Mr. Tyler, why aren't you having any soup? Is the food here not to your taste?"

Liam's eyes were filled with a playful mockery. He glanced at the pumpkin soup in front of him but didn't touch it. "I'm afraid drinking the soup will make me miss out on a good show."

I took a sip of the soup. It was delicious, both savory and slightly sweet.

"Then don't drink it," I said and signaled the maid to take away Liam's soup and replace it with a glass of plain water.

We spoke softly, and Jack, who had been speaking with Ivy, noticed and gave me a questioning look. I simply replied, "Mr. Tyler doesn't like the soup," and left it at that.

In my past life, I wasn't even worthy of being his friend. But now, he wanted me to be his girlfriend?

My response left Liam stunned for a few seconds. Then he frowned. "Am I not good enough to be your boyfriend?"

I couldn't hold it in anymore and burst out laughing. The more I thought about it, the funnier it seemed, and I laughed so hard that my stomach hurt.

Liam's face darkened as he listened to my laughter. Just as he was about to lose his temper, I managed to stop myself.

I tossed the crushed rosemary leaves aside, looked at him, and spoke calmly, "Liam, I know you and Ethan are arch-enemies.

"I don't know why you're giving Jack these projects, but let me make one thing clear. Whatever's going on between you two has nothing to do with me."

The sky, which had been clear just moments ago, suddenly grew overcast, and the wind began to whip through the blooming trees.

I looked up at the gathering clouds and then back at Liam, whose face had darkened at my words.

"I've already cut ties with Ethan. I don't want to see him or have any connection to him, and that includes you." With that, I turned and walked away.

As I headed back, I clenched my hands tightly. Liam's words had completely caught me off guard.

In my past life, they had repeatedly hurt me. In this life, I just wanted to stay far away from them, yet they kept intruding on my life, constantly pushing my boundaries.

I let out a cold laugh. Was that what everyone thought of me? That I was some fool who could be toyed with and discarded at will?