Chapter 149

As Claire walked into the office, she found Ethan sitting with his back to the door, silently facing the wall. He didn't even turn around when she came in. Her gaze swept past him, finally landing on the disaster zone his office had become. Everything was scattered on the floor like a hurricane had passed through—including critical documents. Even the porridge she brought him this morning was spilling across the hardwood, the lid from the insulated container nowhere to be seen. Claire didn't dare ask what had happened. She treaded carefully and spoke in a soft tone, "Ethan, let's go grab something to eat? You haven't had anything all day." He had no appetite—but staring at the mess wasn't helping either. He figured some fresh air wouldn't hurt. "Yeah, let's go." As soon as he agreed, Claire's stiff expression softened, a hint of relief washing over her face. She followed him out of the office. Ethan hadn't told Andy to take care of the mess, but as soon as Andy saw them leave, he grabb