Chapter 28 - Call Me Ethan

When Ethan and Sera entered the restaurant, they were both escorted to a private room. After setting in they ordered some cold beverages as it was quite hot outside, though the aircon in his car was on full blast.

After yesterday's mishap, Sera decided to refrain herself from consuming alcohol and to remain clear headed, she ordered a mocktail. While Ethan drank some wine.

Seeing Sera's uneasiness Ethan was a bit unhappy for whatever reason that was, pushing his emotions back he softly smiled looking at Sera.

After ordering some delicious delicacies, they started eating while chatting about trivial things. The atmosphere was not as tense as when they had met the first time but it wasn't too comfortable either. They both had their own awkward moments and laughed nervously.

"I heard that you like paintings?", Sera asked.

"Hmm yeah, I do. I heard you paint quite well, how about painting something for me", Ethan teased her.

"Sure why not, I'd love to paint something for you. What do you like?", Sera asked innocently unaware of Ethan's teasing.

Listening to her innocent words Ethan laughed softly shaking his head slightly and they both continued chatting.

Ethan peeled a few crabs and shrimps and naturally placed them into Sera's bowl. The delicacy of this particular restaurant was especially their seafood dishes prepared by top chefs. Sera thanked him and placed some side dishes in his bowl too.

" Mr Ethan, about the art gallery. I have the proposal ready, you know I've been working on it from 3 month now. So whenever you're ready I can visit you in your office"

"Miss Lu, just call me Ethan. And yeah you can come whenever you want just call my assistant to let me know"

"Oh! Okay... Uh.. E.. Ethan", Sera smiled awkwardly at Ethan's smiling face.

After discussing few things they walked out of the private room.

Sera was walking with Ethan when she didn't see the folded side of a carpet in the way, limping she stumbled and was about to lose balance and fall when Ethan's big hands held her back firmly and helped her stand steadily.

Looking at her flustered face, Sera felt her eyelashes quiver and she instinctively avoided his gaze. His hand was still stuck to her body firmly.

Sera tried to pull away when Ethan grabbed her little hand with his other hand and guided her out of the restaurant, till they reached the car.

He opened the car door, let Sera settle in then walked over to his side, and drove away. The car was unusually silent when Ethan's phone chimed,

"Hello, Yes.. Uhuh.. Okay ", after hanging up he glanced at Sera then spoke.

"I have something to attend to so I'll drop you home and get back to office, Tell your parents my greetings"

"Oh", Sera spoke in a whisper.

After sending Sera back home, Ethan went straight to Lucifer's place. Upon entering he found Lucifer plopped lazily on the comfortable couch. Ethan went over and kicked his butt. Lucifer turned his head and swept a lazy gaze at Ethan before sitting up straight.

"Do you want something to drink? Or you want me to kick you as well like a greeting?", Lucifer scoffed.

"Shut up! Why you acting up like a adolescent when you're this old", Ethan kicked his leg this time.

"I just don't want to cause any inconvenience to you, my friend. Appreciate my efforts and keep your legs to yourself Asshole!", Lucifer poked his cheek acting cute.

"I can deal with those scums, you don't have to worry Idiot!", Ethan glared at him.

"Yes, I know how capable you are! Now just fuck off and let me do my thing", Lucifer plopped again on the couch, his back facing Ethan.

"I know who it is! I can help you.. Just trust me this once", Ethan spoke with an aggrieved expression, his voice laced with guilt and despair.

"Fine, I'll tell Adrian. Now stop crying like a baby", Lucifer got up and handed him a glass of wine. He graciously accepted it and downed the glass in one big gulp.

"Woah! Slow down buddy.. I did notice it but just wanted you to speak for yourself. Looks like I have to ask you myself now", Lucifer spoke ambiguously.

"What?", Ethan knew his friend was upto no good.

"You went on a date, didn't you? My sunny boy", Lucifer laughed.

"Shut up! It was business ", glaring at him Ethan stood up and left.

Seeing Ethan walk out Lucifer felt a slight pain in his chest. Shaking his head he stood up and walked out to the backyard.