Substitute Marriage With the Illegitimate Son novel Chapter 109

Ethan slowly loosened his grip on Janet's wrist. His slender fingers trailed down her hand and interlaced her fingers.

He kissed her knuckles and smiled. "You have said a lot. Catch some breath now. Is your throat dry?"

Janet was taken aback; she stared at him with wide eyes. A blush crept onto her cheeks. She lowered her gaze, batting her eyelashes.

Ethan didn't say anything more. He stroked her palm and looked at her shy face. The smile lit up his face; he looked more handsome than ever.

Somehow, the lust in his eyes seemed appealing rather than annoying.

"Tell me something. Would you rather get a loan from a bank than ask me for help?"

"You are no better than I am. You have no money. Even if you have savings, I don't think it would be enough to pay for the surgery." Janet smiled and looked at him. Then, she drank the milk and placed the glass on the table.

Ethan was rendered speechless. Judging by Janet's impression of him, it was indeed unreasonable for him to offer the money for the surgery. It would garner her suspicion.

He frowned and said, "You should have at least asked me to find a way to help you. I could also ask around for money."

After a moment's thought, Janet looked at him intently. "I don't have the habit of depending on others. Hannah is old and weak. I have been solving all the problems myself without seeking anyone's help ever since I was a child. If I started depending on others, then it would become a habit. As time goes by, it would turn into a weakness. After all, you can only rely on yourself."

"That makes sense, in a way." Ethan nodded in understanding. He leaned against the sofa, his hair bouncing with every move. "Come here," he said, stretching out his hand.

Janet bit her bottom lip in embarrassment. But her body reacted on its own accord. She nestled in Ethan's arms and let out a weary sigh. Ethan pulled Janet closer to him and wrapped the blanket around them. "Are you cold? Do you want me to get a quilt from the bedroom?"