Ethel’s P.O.V.

“Stay away from her!!”The furious howling from Brian penetrated my ears. I saw Lief was pushed away from me and hit the wall. Then I was dragged into a warm and secure embrace. He held out his arms and surrounded them by my waist, pulling me into his thick and broad chest. I burst into tears as soon as I scented out his familiar smell. I took a deep breath in his chest, enjoying his fragrant smell. My strung-out nerves finally relaxed and I let out a sigh of relief. He was patting me on my back softly.

“Sorry, Ethel. I am late. I’m so sorry.”Brian raised my...