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On hearing this, Ethan didn’t hesitate a moment. With a brisk “Sure,” he agreed right off the bat. 

They shot the breeze for a bit more, with Ethan mostly inquiring after Sophia. 

Then, he indicated he’d be ending the call. 

He’d had it in mind to get Lucas on Emily’s trail, but on second thought, a nap seemed a better idea. 

A good snooze would leave him in top–notch form for the evening’s dinner with Nancy. 

Since Matthew was holed up at Joy Gardens, Ethan set his sights on Brocade Estates for his nap. 

Upon his arrival, Jane was in the middle of a light lunch of a simple salad. 

The sound of footsteps alerted her, and she glanced up. Surprise flashed across her face as she greeted, “Mr. Wilson! What’s the occasion?” 

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Jane nodded. “You and Mrs. Wilson haven’t graced this place for ages. Feels like a blast from the past having you back.” 

Her words hit a tender spot, tugging at Ethan’s heartstrings. 

Memories flooded back of Emily fussing over him every time he came to Brocade Estates. 

But now, she was no longer by his side. 

He let out a soft sigh. “Yeah, it’s been a long, long while.” 

As Ethan gazed around, it felt like time had stood still, yet the world had moved on without them. 

Noticing his melancholy, Jane continued, “Mrs. Wilson used to come back quite often. But these days…” 

Ethan cut her off. “I’m gonna catch some Z’s. Wake me at four.” 

Jane gave a simple nod. “Okay.” 

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Alexander sprang to his feet, tucking his phone away. “Here, let me help with those,” he offered. 

Ryan shrugged him off, his voice gruff. “I’m good. You just sit tight.” 

Ryan and Chloe had sorted out Emily’s discharge stuff earlier. 

Afterward, Chloe extended an invite. “Thanks for looking after Emily. How about a bite at Carter Manor?” 

It was an offer Alexander couldn’t refuse. 

But alas, not everyone was on board. 

Ryan, in particular, wasn’t too thrilled about the idea. 

Alexander was keen to lend a hand, but Ryan kept rebuffing him. 

Eventually, Alexander had enough and grabbed the bags out of Ryan’s hands. 

“Come on. You’re gonna need an extra pair of hands,” he insisted and headed towards the kitchen. 

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Ryan just stood there, looking like a deer in the headlights. 

Just then, Chloe walked in, her arms full of more groceries. She’d witnessed the whole exchange. 

Seeing Ryan standing there dumbstruck, Chloe waved a hand in front of his face. 

When he finally snapped back to reality, she grinned and said, “Let the guy help. It’s no skin off your nose.” 

Ryan shot a look back at Chloe before muttering in a low voice, “I get what you mean, but I’m not on board.” 

Undeterred, Chloe flashed a smile and retorted, “What does it matter if you’re against it? It all boils down to what Emily thinks.” 

Without another word, Ryan took the items from Chloe’s hands and headed towards the kitchen. 

Just as Alexander finished stowing his things away, he noticed Ryan lugging more stuff in. He was about to lend a hand when his eyes caught sight of Chloe following behind. 

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“Chloe, you’re a lady. Ladies are precious, so leave the heavy lifting to me,” he offered gallantly. 

Chloe beamed with delight and quipped, “If Emily marries you, she’ll be a happy woman.” 

Alexander blushed and scratched the back of his head sheepishly. “You’re just pulling my leg. I’m not that great.” 

Just as Chloe was about to say more, Ryan stepped in between them, blocking their path. 

Alexander immediately grasped Ryan’s message. Realizing he might have overstepped, he quietly faded into the background after putting the things away. 

Not only a beauty, Chloe was also an excellent cook. Since she was the one who invited Alexander over, she decided to whip up a feast. 

Ryan didn’t say a word and simply lent a hand in the kitchen. 

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At lunchtime, Alexander went upstairs and gently carried Emily downstairs. 

Throughout the meal, Alexander was attentive to Emily, constantly dishing out food and pouring soup for her. 

Ryan noticed it all but couldn’t shake off his uneasiness. 

After all, their family backgrounds were worlds apart, and Alexander had a bit of a wild reputation in town. 

As the meal neared its end, Alexander excused himself, saying he needed to use the restroom. 

Once inside, he quickly bombarded his mom with ten consecutive texts all saying, “Urgent!“. 

Ashley responded promptly with a question mark. 

Alexander typed: [We’re done eating. Should I offer to do the dishes or just sit tight?] 

After a short delay, Ashley replied: [Duh, jump at the chance to do them!] 

With that answer, Alexander washed his hands and 

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Everyone had almost finished eating by then. 

As soon as Chloe got up to collect the dishes, Alexander stood up, too. 

“Chloe, let me do it,” he said. 

Chloe laughed at his eagerness. “Mr. Lessing, we’ve got servants for that. Let them handle it.” 

In Chloe’s eyes, a man willing to go to such lengths for a girl couldn’t be all bad. 

Alexander blushed and quickly said, “Then I’ll mop the floor.” 

Chloe gave him a warm smile, then turned to Emily. “Emily, tell him to stop.” 

Emily had witnessed everything and was utterly confused. 

Why was Alexander acting this way? He was supposed to have feelings for Nancy, yet here he was, being so subservient at her place.