Female Novel
Chapter 116
Chapter 116
Madelyn’s eyes lit up with anticipation. “May I know what the surprise is?” she asked the deliverer.
“You’ll find out when the time comes, Ms. Jent. The extra ticket allows you to bring a friend along.”
Holding the two tickets and an expensive bound art album signed by Edward Waltz, Madelyn was at aloss. She had no friends to invite. But then, she thought of someone suddenly, and she wondered if hewould like to join her.
At nine in the evening, the evening breeze stirred outside. In a hospital room on the 15th floor, Ethanwas in a video conference. The door to his room was slightly ajar, sounds from outside trickling in.
“Ms. Jent, please wait a moment. He’s in a meeting. It won’t be long.”
“If he’s busy, I won’t bother him, then. George, could you please give him this ticket?”
George was taken aback by the ticket, a hint of surprise accompanying his smile. Madelyn did notrealize her timing was not great. Just as she was fretting over how to offer Ethan the ticket, Georgecould conveniently pass it on.
Just then, Leyton emerged from the room, laptop in hand. “Ms. Jent, Mr. Arnold’s meeting is over. Youcan go in now.”novelbin
Nervously, Madelyn wrinkled the ticket in her hand. She had not expected others to be present.
‘Mr. Arnold? His last name is Arnold?’ Lost in thought, Madelyn barely registered Leyton’s call.
“Ms. Jent…”
Jolted back to reality, Madelyn hesitated before finally stepping inside. Ethan had just finished tidyinghis papers, his piercing, ink-like eyes glancing at her. Perhaps due to his busy schedule, a hint offatigue lurked in his gaze. He rolled down his sleeves, hiding the tattoo on
his forearm.
“I heard you needed to speak with me. Why are you standing there? Please, have a seat.”
Madelyn approached, taking a seat beside him. “I just came to ask if you’re free next week. I’d like toinvite you to an art exhibition.” She presented the ticket. “If it’s inconvenient for you, it’s no big deal.”
Ethan replied, “Sure! I’d never turn down an invitation from you.”
Madelyn had not expected his acceptance.
“Where do you live? I’ll arrange a ride for you.”
“No need for a ride. Let’s just meet at the gallery.”
Ethan nodded. “There’s just one thing…”
“What is it?”
Ethan chuckled. “Well, you’ll have to look after me.” His gaze dropped to his own legs.
“No trouble at all. After all, you’ve had people taking care of me throughout my stay in the hospital. It’sonly fair that I do the same for you.”
Ethan seemed deep in thought, then nodded. “Alright, it’s a date. We’ll meet next week, no matterwhat.”
“Sure, it’s a date.”
Madelyn left after handing over the ticket. George escorted her to the elevator, and upon returning toEthan’s room, noticed him still examining the exhibition ticket.
“Ms. Jent seems to be in high spirits. She doesn’t seem bothered by your condition. Why don’t you tellher the truth?”
Ethan’s
gaze was gentle, a soft smile playing on his lips. “She’s always been sharp. Do you really think shehasn’t figured it out yet?”
“Leyton, postpone all meetings on the 25th.”
“Certainly, Mr. Arnold.”