Ethan's voice was calm as he spoke, "I've mentioned before that I respect your decision. That's between him and me. It has nothing to do with you."

Madelyn would not take sides or develop feelings for either of them. No matter if it was Forrest or Ethan. She belonged to herself alone.

"Thanks!" said Madelyn.

Ethan looked down at her, "Thanks for what?"

Madelyn met his gaze. "You know what I mean."

Ethan smiled, "Let's go back!"

"Sure." Getting into the car, the heating function of the air conditioning inside quickly dispelled the cold from her body.

"I asked George to prepare some supper. What do you want to eat?" Ethan asked.

"Just have the gnocchi that Rosario made. Being frozen for too long might affect their taste."

"Sure. Anything else?"

Madelyn said, "That's enough. Eating a lot at night will make me gain weight."

Ethan nodded with a gentle smile in his eyes. However, the smile didn't quite reach his gaze. "I'll listen to you."

In the blink of an eye, Madelyn had been