Chapter 5 The Unusual Feelings for Her Uncle Chapter 5 The Unusual Feelings for Her Uncle Alice wanted to say something but kept quiet in the end . Forget it . It's good for a man to have confidence . What's the point of exposing him ? +5 Free Coins She chuckled meaningfully and said nonchalantly , " Yeah , I must have been mistaken . Dawn isn't good enough for you . This young lady by your side is obviously a much better match for your temperament . " Alice had seen Sydney's reaction just now . She didn't miss a thing . A confident man paired with a scheming woman . Perfect . She was just curious about how Austin would react once he learned the truth . The thought of it made Alice look forward to the show . With a dazzling smile , she turned and beckoned to a store employee nearby . " I have something else to take care of right now , so I won't be able to entertain the two of you personally . My apologies . " Just as she finished speaking , the store employee arrived . Alice gave a few instructions with a straight face , then turned back to Austin and Sydney with her signature smile . She nodded politely before walking away , swaying her hips . The moment she returned to her office , she recounted everything to Ethan . She concluded , " Dawn's feelings for her uncle are really something else . Are you sure you've got this under control ? " It was already nighttime in Meriax . Ethan sat before a massive floor - to - ceiling window . The city lights reflected in his dark eyes , making them seem even deeper and more unreadable . He retracted his long legs , which had been crossed atop his desk , and spoke in a low voice . " I'll wrap up my work here as soon as possible and go pick her up . " " Sounds like you're sure of your victory . " Alice licked her red lips . " I'll be waiting . " 1/4 21:55 Sun , Sep 14 Chapter 5 The Unusual Feelings for Her Uncle This is going to be interesting . 83 +5 Free Coins After hanging up , Ethan twirled his phone in his palm before sending a message to his pinned contact in WhatsApp . " Has your treatment ended ? " Dawn had just gotten into the car when she received the message . She smiled involuntarily after seeing the notification . " Yeah ." " Alice's massage was really relaxing . I didn't feel any pain at all ." " Thanks , Ethan . " She even attached a " best friend forever " meme at the end . Ethan was momentarily speechless . After a brief pause , he replied , " If it works , go a few more times . She's got plenty of free time - think of it as helping her practice ." Dawn already knew they were close , so seeing his response only made her smile widen . " She said that when you're back , we should go and hang out with her ." She said " we . " Ethan lowered his gaze and chuckled . His mesmerizing eyes shimmered excitedly . They continued chatting for a while until Dawn's phone beeped with a low battery warning . " You should get some rest . I'm going home to pack up a few things . Good night ." Once she married Ethan , she would be moving to Northville , so she had to decide what to take with her . As for the rest , Austin and Sydney wouldn't want to see it anyway . She'd have to deal with it first . By the time she got home , it was already afternoon . Dawn plugged in her phone to charge and then began sorting through her things , losing track of time in the process . Helena came upstairs to call her for dinner . The sky had already darkened by then . She grabbed her phone and followed Helena downstairs . 2/4 Chapter 5 The Unusual Feelings for Her Uncle +5 Free Coins " Mr. Osborne called earlier . He won't be home for dinner tonight , " Helena informed . She then glanced at Dawn before sighing . " Ms. Dawn , why can't you just talk things out with Mr. Osborne properly ? He didn't sound very happy . I think ... he's really upset that you didn't reply to his messages ." Dawn paused and checked her phone . Sure enough , there were several missed calls and unread messages - all from Austin . Without hesitation , she dismissed the notifications and said indifferently , " I just didn't hear them . " Helena , who had practically watched Dawn grow up , cared for her like her own child . She advised earnestly , " Ms. Dawn , you're still young . You'll meet so many people in the future . Don't let yourself get stuck on this and end up hurting yourself . It's not worth it , alright ? " Dawn knew Helena meant well . She wrapped an arm around Helena's shoulder and reassured her , " Helena , I'll be fine ." She had already decided to give up on Austin . Since she had personally invited her , Dawn naturally had to go . But , Austin will definitely be there too . She hesitated for a while , then realized she was overthinking it . So what if Austin is there ? I don't have to avoid him just because he rejected me . It wasn't like I had done anything wrong . So , the next morning , Dawn went to a nearby mall to buy a gift for Cecelia's child . 3/4 Chapter 5 The Unusual Feelings for Her Uncle The venue was at a manor on the outskirts . +5 Free Coins By the time Dawn arrived , many guests were already gathered in the main hall , chatting leisurely . Most of them were acquaintances . Many were aware of the recent tension between her and Austin . The moment Dawn appeared , their expressions subtly shifted , and whispers spread among the crowd . Sensing the change in atmosphere , Cecelia quickly walked over and took Dawn's hand . " Dawn , don't mind these people . They just love to gossip . Come on , let me take you to see Peanut . " Dawn , however , wasn't bothered . " It's fine . They're only stating the truth ." She and Austin had indeed fallen out because of another woman . Cecelia observed her reaction carefully . Seeing that Dawn truly didn't seem to care , she sighed and admitted , " Honestly , I always thought he'd accept you sooner or later ." After all , she was a stunning young woman , one he had spoiled since childhood . How could Austin not be moved ? Cecelia couldn't help but wonder if Austin was truly devoted to another woman or if he simply never understood his ownfeelings . Dawn smiled faintly . " Maybe it just wasn't meant to be . I won't force it anymore . Anyway , let's not talk about this . I got Peanut a gift . I hope he doesn't mind my taste . " " How could he ? " Cecelia was relieved to see Dawn in good spirits and she playfully tapped her nose . " Peanut wishes you to find your true love soon and spite that blind fool of a man . " For some reason , at that moment , Dawn thought of Ethan . Her voice carried a happiness she hadn't noticed . " I already have found- " Cecelia was about to press for details when another voice interrupted before she could speak . " What have you found ? " The familiar voice made Dawn's heart clench . She turned around and saw Austin's dark and stormy expression . Had he heard that ? Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!