Chapter 23. How Dare You!

Ethan’s POV

A rare sense of serenity surrounds me as I enter my bedroom. Not to get me wrong, I love Nana’s company, but not with her daughter and family around. Not to mention that ‘woman’ who appeared at dinner. I never expected such drama to happen, and I can feel a slight ache in my temples just thinking about it.

I am in the middle of taking off my shirt when the door opens, and I turn instinctively to see Avery standing at the door.

A strange sensation spreads in my chest, and I fight off the smile that is already making its way to my lips. “Are you waiting for me to tell you to come in first?”

She clears her throat before walking inside, standing a small distance away from me. “Uhm, Lucas and Carlos are back from kindergarten; I would love to take them shopping for some children’s clothes.”

I raise my brows when I hear her words. “Come here.”

She walks towards me, and I can’t help but notice her curves under the loose-fitting gown sh