Chapter 510

To verify, he called Whitmore Manor, and the servant informed him that Evelyn hadn't returned. Only then was Ethan 70% certain.

The Powells and Caldwells moved in different circles. Coming from old money, Ethan naturally looked down on the Powell family's shady business origins, especially Dominic. Though their families had no dealings, Ethan feared Evelyn might fall prey to Dominic's charms.

The car window rolled down, revealing Evelyn in Dominic's embrace. Ethan's expression darkened. "Evelyn! You..."

His lips pressed into a thin line. "He's forcing you, isn't he? Come home with me now!"

Dominic chuckled, amusement dancing in his eyes. "Mr. Caldwell, what gives you the right? As her ex-fiancé or her nephew?"

The barb hit its mark.

Dressed in black, Ethan's eyes turned stormy. "She's still a Caldwell! She has nothing to do with you!"

He moved to snatch her away.

Dominic's interest only grew at the challenge. "A Caldwell? How delightful - I do love stealing what's precious."

With a glance forward, he ordered, "Julian, drive."

The Rolls-Royce purred to life.

Ethan reacted instinctively, grabbing the door handle as the car moved.

Rumours about Dominic ran rampant in Cresthaven. Whatever happened, Evelyn wouldn't be safe with him.

He had to protect her.

Julian hesitated, shocked by Ethan's reckless action.

"Keep driving," Dominic commanded coldly.

The car accelerated, dragging Ethan thirty feet behind it.

Inside, Evelyn's heart threatened to escape her chest.

This was madness!

One wrong move could kill him!

"Dominic, stop the car!" she demanded.

He arched an eyebrow. "Why? Still carrying a torch for your ex? You didn't react this strongly when Alexander was dating others." Propping his chin, he studied her curiously.

"Stop. Now." Her voice turned glacial.

"And if I refuse?"

"Then you'll limp for life. I won't treat your leg."

Evelyn could already imagine tomorrow's headlines.

Alexander Whitmore dragged through Cresthaven at night - all to protect her and their unborn child.

If the tabloids got wind of this, she'd never clear her name. The baby's parentage would become even more suspect.

Seeing her rare seriousness, Dominic glanced thoughtfully at Ethan outside.

The car had traveled three hundred feet. Ethan's face paled, yet he clung stubbornly.

Dominic had underestimated him.

Who knew the cold Ethan Caldwell could be so passionate?

If a man would sacrifice his dignity like this for a woman's affection, the outcome might prove unpredictable.

When the car finally stopped, Ethan collapsed. A passing vehicle nearly struck him.

Evelyn rushed out immediately.

Pale but determined, Ethan grasped her hand. His voice softened. "Evelyn... were you worried about me just now?"