The Mafia Lord's Secret Lover (Evelyn and Axel) novel Chapter 400

Chapter 400: Evelyn Was Shocked to See Ethan Wright

"Let’s get inside," Axel said smoothly. "Ethan is already waiting for us."

Evelyn opened her mouth to protest, but the warmth of the house spilled out as they stepped inside, silencing her.

The interior was nothing like she had imagined. The stone walls radiated a cozy warmth, and the faint scent of wood and winter fragrance filled the air.

Evelyn’s fingers tightened around Axel’s hand as they stepped deeper into the farmhouse. She could feel her heartbeat racing, a mix of nervous anticipation and restless curiosity about Aunty Martha’s son.

She tried to steady her breathing, reminding herself that this meeting was long overdue and filled with hope, not fear.

Just as she managed to calm herself, another wave of shock crashed into her without warning.

Near the woodstove stood a tall man, his posture relaxed yet guarded, sharp eyes fixed on her with unmistakable alertness. The warm firelight cast soft shadows across his familiar face.

Evelyn froze.

Her mind went blank for a heartbeat.

’What...?’ her thoughts screamed. ’Aunty Martha’s son is Ethan Wright? The owner of Wright Group—?’

Her grip on Axel’s hand tightened unconsciously.

This couldn’t be real.

She blinked once. Then twice. Even a third time, hoping her eyes were playing tricks on her.

But the man didn’t disappear.

Ethan Wright was still standing there. The same Ethan Wright she had once seen years ago at a grand gala dinner in Nevalis City. The composed businessman who commanded rooms with a single glance. Strangely, Ethan has Axel’s aura in him.

"Eve..." Axel’s voice broke through her spiraling thoughts.

She startled slightly and tore her gaze away from Ethan, turning to Axel. "Hmm?"

"Are you alright?" Axel asked softly, concern evident in his eyes.

"I’m fine," she replied quickly, forcing a smile that she hoped looked convincing. "Just... a little surprised."

Axel studied her for a brief moment before nodding. "Come. Let me introduce you to Ethan."

He squeezed her hand gently and guided her forward.

Evelyn swallowed and followed him, her gaze inevitably drifting back to Ethan.

Up close, she could see subtle differences from the man she remembered. He looked leaner, his face slightly paler, and his movements showed a restrained stiffness that hinted at lingering pain. Yet his eyes held warmth, curiosity, and unmistakable nervousness.

"Ethan," Axel said calmly, his voice steady as ever, "this is my wife, Evelyn."

Ethan straightened instinctively and offered a polite smile. "It’s nice to finally meet you, sister-in-law," he said, his voice warm but edged with tension. "Axel talks about you... a lot."

Evelyn let out a small, awkward laugh. "Hopefully not all bad things."

Ethan chuckled, the sound genuine, though he winced slightly afterward. "Mostly good things. Very good things."

Axel gestured toward the seating area. "Let’s sit."

They settled onto the couches near the fireplace. Evelyn perched slightly stiffly beside Axel, unsure of where to place her hands or where to look.

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