Though paralyzed, still radiantly charming!

Chapter 152: oodbye, Katherine

Katherine felt like she’d been struck by lightning, her body trembling slightly.

She stood frozen in place, her long-standing goal to put Salvatore behind bars had suddenly vanished, leaving her feeling lost.

“Want to see him?” Ethan spoke up, “It’s not his request, just a personal suggestion from me. The clues you’re looking for are probably all there.”

Katherine remained silent after hearing this, lost in thought.

It was like a tangled mess of yarn, impossible to sort out.

She pondered the significance of meeting her father and weighed the potential consequences.

This struggle and silence were her ways of self-protection when facing major decisions, as well as her fear and unease about the unknown future.

Ethan walked up to her and gently patted her shoulder, “Don’t worry, I’m here for you. You’ve got nothing to fear, I’m pretty strong.”

“Okay,” Katherine nodded, then paused, looking surprised.

She was unexpectedly trusting this kid so much.

Ethan’s gaze was clear and resolute, as if he could see right through her hesitation and struggle.

“Let’s go,” Katherine said, lowering her gaze. She worried her trust might be too blind, after all, he was still just a kid.

What followed went surprisingly smoothly.

Salvatore was prepared for her visit.

Ethan didn’t interrupt the father-daughter duo, quietly leaving to give them space.

Two hours later, Katherine emerged from the room and left with Ethan in the car.

Instead of going home, Katherine drove to the coast and stopped the car.

She stepped out and walked over to the railing by the seaside.

Ethan followed, watching as Katherine leaned gently against the railing, her gaze calm, looking out to the sea.

The sea breeze played with her long hair, making it dance in the air like a ballet dancer.

In her eyes, Ethan saw a sense of relief and peace.

“I don’t know if I should hate him,” Katherine’s profile softened in the sunlight, far from the stern coldness of the prosecutor she usually was.

“He provided all the criminal evidence I needed. Congressman Clements has no chance of overturning the case. It’s kind of like he turned himself in, which might reduce his sentence. But given his health, it probably won’t be carried out, and the Crimson Cartel will be no more.”

“He said he plans to spend his last days in the house he shared with my mom, a place he’s kept all these years.”

“It’s ridiculous, saying all this now, what’s the point?”

“Katherine, your eyes look a bit red,” Ethan pointed to her cheek.

“…” Katherine’s lips twitched, and then her eyes quickly reddened.

She didn’t make a sound but suddenly threw herself into Ethan’s arms.

Her body trembled slightly as she cried hard, trying to suppress her emotions.

Ethan, sensing Katherine’s distress, found it odd. This prosecutor was Jessica’s sister, about the same age as Ethan’s aunt, at least twelve years his senior, yet she chose to throw herself into his arms.

Of course, Ethan wouldn’t push her away at this moment,he held her tightly.

He knew that now wasn’t the time for many comforting words. What this prosecutor needed most was a reliable shoulder and a warm embrace.

Holding her, he was surprised by her figure.

Ethan gently wrapped his arms around her waist, allowing her to fully lean on him.

Katherine’s tears soaked through his shirt, dampening his skin.

The sea breeze continued to blow, and the waves kept crashing, making it seem like they were the only two people left on this vast coastline.

Katherine’s soft body gradually calmed down in Ethan’s embrace.

In moments of excitement, people can act irrationally.

When reason takes over again, one realizes their lapse.

Katherine now became aware of the age gap between them.

This sudden awkwardness made her somewhat at a loss. She held back her embarrassment and gently pulled away from Ethan’s embrace.

She turned her head away, gathering her long hair in her hand, feigning calmness, avoiding eye contact.

She was afraid of seeing any unusual emotion in the depths of this kid’s eyes.

Katherine took a deep breath, trying to steady her emotions.

She knew she couldn’t make irrational decisions just because of a momentary impulse.

She looked up at Ethan, managing a faint smile, and said softly, “Thank you, Ethan. I’m feeling much better now.”

Ethan noticed Katherine’s somewhat stiff smile and understood her embarrassment.

Although the prosecutor was beautiful and had a great figure, his heart was only set on his aunt.

He smiled gently and said softly, “I’m glad to hear that. Remember, you can always come to me, no matter what troubles you face.”

His words were filled with warmth and care, bringing a comforting warmth to Katherine’s heart.

Then came the awkwardness.

She couldn’t believe she was getting flustered over a kid twelve years her junior.

“Let’s go,” Katherine said, not daring to stay any longer, and turned to walk towards the sedan.

She needed some time to calm her emotions and think about her future.

Ethan silently watched her retreating figure, the mature and beautiful stern prosecutor had shown a side of vulnerability in front of him.

Though she quickly recovered.

It’s a pity, he thought, if things could go further, he could unlock more of her shy and awkward sides.

The car drove through the city streets.

The two of them remained silent, the atmosphere inside the car was eerily quiet.

“I’ve already submitted the evidence directly, my work on this case is done,” Katherine said, her hands gripping the steering wheel.

“Okay, just drop me off at the hospital then,” Ethan understood Katherine’s intention, she didn’t want any more contact with him.

He glanced at the system panel in front of him.

“Dying wish: Salvatore hopes his daughter Katherine will complete her revenge and start a new life.”

“Mission reward: 1000 points, random skill +1.”

From Katherine’s behavior, it was clear she no longer harbored hatred towards him.

Next would be the court session, and the evidence was enough to convict Salvatore.

When the verdict came, Katherine would have completed her revenge.

And the mission would be completed.

Ethan now had no reason to stay by Katherine’s side.

“Okay,” Katherine nodded, followed by another dreadful silence.

The car stopped in front of the hospital.

“Goodbye, Katherine,” Ethan unbuckled his seatbelt, got out of the car, and waved back at her.

“Okay,” Katherine’s head dipped even lower, the drive over had been tough, her emotions from earlier falling away, leaving her feeling more embarrassed and awkward.

She had actually developed feelings for a boy twelve years her junior.

At this moment, all she wanted was to escape.

The car sped away from the hospital entrance as if fleeing.

“Ouch,” Ethan shrugged as he watched the car disappear.

“Quite a beautiful lady,” a playful voice came from beside him, Scarlett in uniform, her gaze teasing.