Diana

Immediately Ethan got out of the room; his gaze changed. The fight descriptions. He couldn't believe that bastard did all that to his woman.

The parts that got into his head were Shane's attack. He felt enraged, but he's not someone who act rashly. He knows what to do.

After informing her doctor, whom has started staying with them, since he brought her back, that she's awake; he left for his study, while the doctor left for Diana's room.

Getting to his study; he contacted Hannah immediately. He was stunned when Hannah gave details about Shane's current condition.

He couldn't believe his ears. He wondered how that fragile lady managed to do that to a well sturdy man. He believed her exaggerated story now.

For some reason, he wondered if Diana is as simple as he thought. Probably because of the moments they shared. Maybe because she showed her weak sides to him, presumably because she's his woman.

To him, she's his love, the woman she had to protect, even if it meant risking his life.

Everything that happened to Shane, based on the report seems like lies to his ears. He refused to believe Diana messed him up that much.

But he felt happy. He's glad with the report. He finally calmed down a bit. "As soon as he returned, ask those guys to release the files for the world to see." Ethan said.

"Yes sir!" Hannah replied.

He disconnected the line and took a deep breath.

After that; he contacted his Dad to help with the running of the company for a while, which he agreed to, without asking any questions.

"Can you call your grandpa please." Tony pleaded.

Ethan had wanted to take Diana home and make the man see for himself that he didn't lie about Diana being his, which is why he didn't called him and allow Diana speak with him.

"I will talk to him when I return." He replied.

"Ethan please. He hasn't been the same, since you left. He's keeping a straight face on the outside, but has always been moody.

I've caught him deep in thought more than twice. He only realize my presence when I tapped him. He thought he chased you away. You know his stubbornness was only on the outside." Tony explained.

"I will give him a call." Ethan replied and ended the call after asking about his mom.

He went to prepare food for her and made sure to pay closer attention to the salt. How can Sarah embarrass him like that.

He had made sure Diana do the salting when they cook together, while Sarah measured for him, when it's his turn.

After preparing the food; he served her portion on a small white tray and took it to her room.

Diana has finished with her check up and answered all the doctors question. Since the doctor isn't as exaggerated as Ethan; she made it clear to him that she's fine.

The doctor was also convinced by the test results. Actually, he had made it clear to Ethan beforehand, he refused to give in.

Since Ethan had insisted on a thorough treatment; the doctor convinced Diana that she needed a second surgery, or the first one will backfired. He lied that it's a second phase and was necessary.

Diana gave in to them at the end. Unknown to her, Ethan has instructed that, even if the second surgery wasn't needed; her cold should be taken care of.

Seeing him approach with a tray, his gaze looking pissed, as he stared at her free skin that has been rid of needles.

"Hey! you want them to remain inside me?" Diana asked, feigning a pissed expression as well, as she slowly got up on the bed.

Her waist hurt a bit though. He rushed toward her in a flash and dropped the tray, almost spilling the food. "Stay still!" He said out loud.

"I'm fine! ask the doctor." Diana replied. "Am I supposed to eat while sleeping?" she asked.

Ethan came to a realization and cleared his throat, "are you sure nowhere hurts? you can sit?" he asked with a worried expression.

"I think I can jump, if you permit me." Diana rolled her eyes at him.

"Careful… slowly… rest your back on the pillow… comfortable?....." Diana shut her eyes and took a deep breath at actions.

"I'm not into labour you know." She said, as he placed the food on his lap, wanting to feed her.

"Here eat." He took a spoonful of the porriage and fed it to her, which she took and rolled her eyes at him.

"Perfect!" Diana complemented.

"What do you expect." Ethan smiled in satisfaction.

Diana felt her heart melt. Even though she's faking complaint; her inside is rejoicing at his treatment. She felt happy and lucky to have someone who cares.

"Ethan I'm really fine." She suddenly spoke up. "If I'm not, I promise to let you know. Please stop worrying and trust me this once." she added.

He looked up at her and smile, "are you sure?" He asked.

Diana nodded her head seriously, without a hint of kidding around.

"Promise me, not to left me out the next time you have such plans. If you had told me you wish to visit your parent; I wouldn't say no Diana. It's because of that animal; I create a diversion and make it easy for you.

They are your parents and you have the right to long for them. Don't risk your life like you did anymore. If you don't want me involved then I won't.

I can get involved without stepping a foot out of my room, so please allow me to help. Accept me fully and let me share your pains with you." Ethan set the tray aside and moved closer to her.

He leaned his upper body closer and hugged her, burying his head in her neck line. "Answer me please." he urged.

Diana wasn't sure what to say. This is seduction. If she says yes; it means she gave her consent for him to involve himself in her everything, which include dangerous one.

But his delivery was so nice and touchy. She will feel like a heartless being if she says no to such.

"I will be careful. I won't get hurt." Ethan added.

"Ethan…"

"Please." He pulled back and looked into her pale face, with a pitiful expression.

"I agree, but…." her words fell short and the rest vanished under his kiss. 'F*ck! what was I thinking?' Diana asked in her head, as he watched him took the tray and left to have a chat with her doctor.