Chapter 61: This... no, I can't, it's too sudden

Sofia's pupils dilated, disbelief written all over her face. She doubted her ears, staring at Ethan sitting on the hospital bed, his medical chart declaring him paralyzed.

"Sorry, Ethan, what did you just say?"

"Aunt Sofia, I want you to be my lover." Ethan's expression was dead serious. "You heard me right, and it's not for me—it's for Ryan!"

Sofia pinched her thigh, then covered her face. "Sorry, I'm a bit tired. I'll visit you another time."

She turned to leave.

"Aunt Sofia, do you really want Ryan to leave this world with regrets?" Ethan's voice followed her.

Hearing her son's name made Sofia's body tremble. As a mother, even knowing it was a deception, she turned back.

Ethan, seeing her conflicted expression, knew his words had an impact and that this was his only chance.