Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts

Chapter 195

Ethan was idly flipping through a book in the office, but he couldn't concentrate and felt a bit uneasy. He didn't feel better until he saw Izzy and Silas walk in together.

Judging by their expressions, Ethan had a hunch things went well, but he couldn't help asking, "How did it go? Everything went smoothly?"

Izzy walked over, smiling at Ethan like a kid who aced a test and couldn't wait to show it off to her parents. "It went pretty well. Those folks weren't as tough as they seemed." Silas had always seen Izzy as cold and aloof, always either making Hunter blow his top or ending up in a fight. This was the first time he saw her like this, reminding him of how she used to be, a jovially happy girl.

"Did you stir the pot again?" Seeing her like this, Ethan couldn't help but ask.

"Nope, just that the head of finance was a bit too cocky. I just put him in his place and made him a cautionary tale. Tough luck for him."

Ethan shook his head with a grin. He knew she was a whiz when it came to finance. "You always call me a narcissist, but you seem to be even more of a narcissist than me." Content provided by NôvelDrama.Org.

"It's all because of you! I've picked up your bad habits." Izzy shot back, glaring at him.

Ethan glanced at the time. It was getting late, and he had other matters to attend to with the Meyer Group. Just as he was about to leave, the office door swung open, and in walked Emma, her high heels clicking loudly against the floor. Her face was stern, clearly demanding an explanation.

"Izzy, what the hell is going on?" Emma stared at Izzy, her voice unconsciously rising in volume.

Silas' tone was stern. He had put a lot of effort into getting Izzy to take on this responsibility and he wouldn't allow anyone to mess it up, especially Emma.

"Ms. Emma, we're discussing important matters. If you don't have anything important, please leave."

"Important matters? I don't see you guys discussing anything important. My father is being hit with these horrible rumors. As his daughter, don't I have the right to know the truth?"

"The truth is exactly what was said in the press conference. Do you need me to repeat it?"

"Silas, you can fool outsiders with those excuses, but you can't fool me. I just want to know if those rumors are true or not!" Emma was getting emotional.

Ethan rolled his eyes, turning his gaze to Emma. Emma felt chills run down her spine under his gaze. She felt like she couldn't breathe under his oppressive stare. It wasn't menacing, just a calm gaze that made her feel uncomfortable all over.

"Ethan, is it true or not? Is my father really sick?" Emma finally managed to ask.

Izzy shot Emma a glance. "I don't know anything about what you want to know."

Despite Izzy's response, Emma tried to restrain her emotions. "Izzy, I'm also Dad's daughter. I have the right to know the truth."

"If you have any questions, you can ask him yourself. I don't know anything about it." Izzy said coldly.

"Izzy, if I could reach Dad, do you think I would come to you?" She had been trying to contact Hunter but failed, so she rushed to find Izzy regardless of Ethan's presence.

"That's your problem, not mine."

"Ms. Emma, the chairman has already said that he will be back in two months. If you have any questions by then, you can ask the chairman directly. Ms. Izzy is just temporary help, she doesn't

know anything about these matters. You're pregnant now, try not to worry too much and try not to wear high heels." Silas spoke again.

"Silas, do you know anything about Dad's health? Dad is not the type to go to hospitals, and no one around him has this disease." Emma looked to Silas, hoping for answers.

Izzy wasn't sure if Emma really cared about Hunter's health, but she didn't mention the fact that she was acting as the chairman, which made her feel a little better.

"Ms. Emma, I really don't know. The chairman went abroad for therapy due to a cervical spine issue." No matter how Emma prodded, Silas didn't reveal anything.

Emma, not getting any answers, turned to leave. Ethan called her back. Emma turned to look at him, puzzled.

Ethan said sternly, "Go back and tell your mother, if she wants everyone to live in peace, she better not do anything to Izzy. Otherwise, I won't hesitate to expose her secrets."

Emma froze for a moment, looking at Ethan in confusion. She nodded, "I will tell my mother."

After Emma left, Izzy tugged at Ethan's clothes. "I already warned Shirley Dave about this."

"People tend to forget things when they're upset. Just reminding her again to avoid any trouble." Ethan said with a slight smile.

Silas was puzzled and asked, "Do you guys have something on them?"

Ethan figured there was no point in hiding it anymore. He told Silas that Emma was actually Izzy's sister and that Shirley drove Izzy's mother to suicide. Silas' face darkened after hearing this, obviously unaware of the whole thing. "Is this true?"

Ethan nodded, "I have evidence, and a guy named Carlos knows it too. I'm telling you this because I hope you can find a good time to tell Hunter sooner. If this is suddenly revealed, I'm not sure he can handle it."

"I had no idea that woman could do something like this and hide it. The chairman will definitely not accept this. He always thought his wife had chosen to end her life due to extreme stress. He had no idea that Shirley had approached her."

"It's your call,; I've already laid it out for you. Izzy is not the one to spill the beans; it will definitely kick off a fuss if she does." Ethan knew Izzy like the back of his hand. Unable to help herself, Izzy tugged at Ethan and whispered, "Ethan, you're so crafty! Weren't you supposed to help keep the peace? Instead of keeping the secret under wraps, you're pushing Silas to spill it to Hunter sooner rather than later."