Chapter 19 So Dawn's Got Herself a Boyfriend Now Chapter 19 So Dawn's Got Herself a Boyfriend Now ( 81 ) +10 Free Coins Ethan , towering at 6'2 " , stood with Dawn , who was only 5'5 " , in his arms . She barely reached his chest . The hug didn't last long , but as Dawn took a deep breath , she caught a faint scent of wood in the air . Ethan had changed - he smelled different now , and in a good way . The thought made her heart race , so she quickly averted her gaze . " Why didn't you tell me you were coming back today ? I could've picked you up . " " Honestly , I just wanted you to come downstairs and see me instead . " Ethan glanced at her ears , now faintly flushed , then looked down , a smile tugging at his lips . When his eyes landed on the red marks on her hand , his expression hardened . " What happened here ? " Dawn glanced at her hand and instinctively tried to hide it behind her back . " It's nothing ... just a scratch from a branch . " Ethan shot her a disbelieving look but said nothing . Without warning , he gently pulled her hand out from behind her . " You expect me to believe a branch did this ? " His voice was firm . " Did you fall into a pile of thorns ? " Frozen , Dawn struggled to come up with an explanation , but Ethan didn't give her a chance . He took her hand and led her to the car , telling the driver , " Take us to the nearest pharmacy ." Her hand still held firmly in his . She felt uneasy , shifting a little , but Ethan tightened his grip as though he wasn't about to let her go . " I'm really fine . It'll heal in a couple of days . " Ethan looked at her , slumped in her seat , her posture making her seem like a child caught doing something wrong . He sighed quietly , his fingers giving hers a gentle squeeze . " Be good . Even if it's nothing serious , you need to apply some medicine . What if you get rabies ? " 1/4 22:03 Sun , Sep 14 d Chapter 19 So Dawn's Got Herself a Boyfriend Now Rabies ? He's practically calling Sydney a dog . 81 +10 Free Coins Dawn froze , her eyes wide . She looked up , but Ethan's face was dead serious , offering no sign of mockery . The pharmacy wasn't far from Pettington's bustling district . When the car stopped , Ethan released her hand and said , " Wait here . I'll be right back . " Dawn nodded and watched him step out . Her palms were sweaty , despite the cold , and she took a deep breath . Why do I feel so nervous around him ? It's ridiculous - we've known each other for years . But this time , it feels different . This time , I feel tense just talking to him . Maybe it's just because we've been apart for so long . Once we get used to each other again , it'll be fine . In less than ten minutes , Ethan returned with the medicine . His long , nimble fingers opened the package and prepared a cotton swab for her to hold , ready to apply the iodine and ointment . All Dawn could see was the sharp line of his nose and his focused expression , his every movement so careful , as though she were something fragile he needed to protect . " All done . " Ethan looked up , and their eyes met . Dawn found herself frozen , trapped in the depths of his dark pupils , seeing her own reflection . For a moment , she forgot to breathe . A long , low sigh escaped Ethan as his hand reached up to gently cover her eyes . " Dawn , " he murmured , his voice soft , " Don't look at me like that . " " Okay . " Dawn quickly turned her face away , thinking she had been rude and probably offended him . " Thanks , Ethan . " Seeing her obvious attempt to avoid him , Ethan couldn't help but smile , a mix of affection and bittersweet understanding in his gaze . Anna was right - this girl has a long way to go before she can truly accept our relationship . Ethan had rushed back , and his house was still a mess . He'd have to stay in a hotel for now . But 2/4 22:03 Sun , Sep 14 d ... Chapter 19 So Dawn's Got Herself a Boyfriend Now since Dawn was leaving anyway , there was no need to deal with it . 81 +10 Free Coins He drove her back to the Osbornes ' house , walking her to the door before taking the scarf from around his neck and tying it gently around hers . " Get some rest . I'll pick you up tomorrow . " " Okay . " " Try to keep your left hand dry . It'll heal faster that way . " " Okay . " Ethan watched her nod obediently , and after a moment , a playful grin appeared on his face . Dawn , puzzled , glanced at him . " Why are you smiling ? " He was thinking about the troubles Dawn would get into when she was a kid . Those people probably saw her innocent look and thought she was harmless and a pushover . " I was just thinking ... ' His voice trailed off as he casually tousled her hair . " Nothing . Go inside . You've had a day . " 11 The cold December air wrapped around them as Dawn climbed the stairs . She hurried to the window and peeked out , not surprised to see Ethan still standing outside , watching her . Quickly , she pulled back , her heart racing . After taking a few moments to steady herself , she returned to the couch , pretending everything was fine . She sent Ethan a message . " I'm going to bed now . You should rest too . " Ethan wrote back , " Okay . " A while later , another message came through . " I'll be taking you to meet someone in Trifton tomorrow . " Dawn assumed he meant a friend , so she replied briefly before continuing to pack . She didn't have much to pack . The only real question was how to say goodbye to the Osbornes . She decided she would just tell them she had to leave early for her job . She would tell them about the wedding later . The next morning , Sandra came upstairs to call her for breakfast . Upon seeing the suitcase by the door , she sighed . " Dawn , what's going on ? You said things were going well between you and Austin . Why are you suddenly leaving ? " O 3/4 22:03 Sun , Sep 14 ... Chapter 19 So Dawn's Got Herself a Boyfriend Now 81 +10 Free Coins Dawn wrapped her arm around her mother's shoulder and reassured her , " Mom , Uncle Austin and I didn't fight ." It's just that we can't live in peace anymore . " I need to leave and start work . It's my first job , and I need to prepare properly . " Sandra seemed half - convinced . " Really ? " " Of course , " Dawn replied , nodding . " I'll come back to visit once I'm settled , okay ? " After calming Sandra down , Dawn's next task was telling Jessica , which turned out to be easier than she expected . Ethan's car waited at the corner . She finished breakfast and grabbed her suitcase , walking out . The driver immediately got out to help . Jessica , standing by the door to see her off , watched the scene unfold . She raised a hand to stop Sandra and Harry from following . " Wait! Let me see who that is ... " It was too far to see his face , but his figure stood out - tall and well - built . A smile spread across Jessica's face . " I see ! So Dawn's got herself a boyfriend now . No wonder she's so eager to leave . I'm glad . It was about time she started dating . " Sandra and Harry exchanged glances but said nothing . Dawn didn't notice they had caught on . As she got into the car , she stared out the window , lost in thought . After leaving this place , I might return , and I might still keep in touch with Mom and Dad , but my relationship with Austin is finally coming to an end . The car drove a considerable distance before Dawn's phone rang . Austin's voice rang out , cold and sharp . " Dawn , come over and apologize to Sydney right now , or I won't be able to protect you if she calls the police . " 4/4 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!