It was human nature to gossip. Olivia's decision to give up her studies for a secret marriage had long become a mystery at the University of Aldenvine.

Everyone was curious about her relationship with the usually aloof Keith.

Although Ethan was watching in silence, she could feel the pressure from his gaze.

She put her utensils down, wiping her mouth gracefully with a napkin as she addressed the guests. "Are you that curious?"

"Of course! Olivia, tell us! A late friend of mine even told me to visit her at the grave and update her about your secret husband when I learned about him!"

"Yeah, an old classmate of mine is curious about that too."

Olivia scanned the room and put on a bright smile. "My secret husband is …" She deliberately stared at Ethan for a tad longer.

He remained expressionless. But he was rubbing the area between his left thumb and index finger with the fingers of his right hand.

She had lived with him long enough to know that he was sending her a warning—he