CHAPTER 63 AZALEA I never thought Ethan could be this bold, direct and daring. I told him straight that whatever happens to my marriage, the possibility that I would be interested in another relationship immediately after ending my marriage would be a small --even threadlike. I learned my lesson the hard way. I wouldn't explore a rebound scenario again. His friendship offer was alright, but he could start looking for someone else beyond friendship. I was as direct and honest to him as he was with me. I am still a married woman. It wasn’t right to be friends with someone who blatantly admitted he likes me. However, my heart wasn't cold enough to deny him the offered friendship. I would just keep my distance. I know my place. Ethan is a decent and well-educated man--he also knew where