If she lost, then his judgment was wrong.

Evelyn thought it reasonable.

She nodded in agreement and turned to leave.

Ethan glanced at Elder Xavier.

Seeing the elder's evasive eyes, he misinterpreted the situation.

Elder Xavier must think Evelyn's bone structure is poor!

This was his way of politely rejecting her!

He quickly caught up to Evelyn.

He said in a low voice, "Are you really going to participate in the tournament?"

Evelyn nodded.

"Where do I register?"

"No registration is needed. Your timing is perfect. The preliminary rounds are tomorrow. Those who can last three moves against the Third Senior Brother will qualify."

Evelyn understood.

There was a screening process.

Of course.

The Cortez Sect had many outer disciples.

If everyone could participate, the tournament would be long and complicated.

Evelyn gave a slight nod and walked outside.

Ethan followed closely.

"If you're determined to participate, I'll be the screener tomorrow."

The Third Senior Brother's status was beneath his.

Normally, it shouldn't be his duty.

But if his Third Aunt was participating, he had to help.

At the very least, he would ensure she passed the preliminary screening.

Evelyn said, "No need for help. I will come tomorrow on my own."

Ethan agreed.

He escorted her all the way to the Cortez Sect's main gate.

As they said goodbye at the entrance, Ethan watched Evelyn walk towards a car that had been parked nearby.

With one glance, he froze on the spot.

What did he see?!

A young, pretty-faced man got out of the driver's seat!

He intimately wrapped his arm around Evelyn's waist and guided her into the passenger seat!!!

"How did it go today?"

Alexander Vance's deep voice sounded.

"Do you need my help?"

"No." Evelyn's tone was calm.

"There's a lead. I just need to place in the top three of the Martial Arts Tournament to become an Inner Disciple. That will count as a deep cooperation with the Cortez family."

"Martial Arts Tournament? Can you handle it? Do you need me to help behind the scenes?"

Alexander Vance looked at her slender figure.

Evelyn chuckled.

"Want to practice when we get back?"

"Alright, I'll practice with you. But don't use this as an excuse to avoid sharing my bed tonight."

Evelyn: "..."

This man, ever since they broke that barrier, was obsessed with this?

They got into the car as they talked and drove away from the Cortez Sect.

Ethan stood rooted to the spot, dumbfounded.

He quickly jumped into his sports car.

He sped all the way home and rushed to Marcus Valentine.

"Big Brother! Evelyn is keeping a boy toy outside! Did you know about this?"

Marcus: ?

He said hesitantly, "I know…"

"You know, and you're not doing anything about it? How can she be worthy of my Third Uncle like this? I treated her with such respect today, and she's doing this behind my Third Uncle's back! Big Brother, how can a woman like this enter our family?!"

Marcus looked him up and down.

He suddenly asked, "Do you know what relationship Evelyn has with your Third Uncle?"

Ethan Valentine immediately straightened his back.

"Of course I know!"

"You know?"

"Yes!"

Ethan looked at Marcus Valentine.

"Third Uncle told me everything today!"

Marcus spoke with deep concern.

"Since you know, you should understand how indulgent Third Uncle is toward her.

That's not some boy toy, that's..."

He swallowed his words.

Since Alexander Vance wanted to hide his identity, he couldn't say too much.

He changed his tone.

"In short, don't meddle.

Third Uncle knows what he's doing!"

"What?!"

Ethan felt his worldview shatter.

Third Uncle knew she was keeping someone outside?

And still wanted to be with her?

Ethan's eyes widened.

Was Third Uncle that desperate?

He never would've guessed Third Uncle was such a lovesick fool.

How could he tolerate this?

"Impossible!"

Ethan blurted out.

Marcus frowned at him.

"Why are you overreacting?

Even though Grace has been divorced, she deserves companionship."

"Can't Third Uncle accompany her?" Ethan retorted.

Marcus sighed.

"Third Uncle is getting older.

What if he passes away early?

Who will be with her then?

It's their choice.

Stay out of it."

Ethan: ???

His brain couldn't process this!

Since when did the Valentine family have so many romantics?

But...

Ethan glanced at Marcus again.

He'd accidentally seen Marcus's medical report and learned his elder brother had oligospermia.

So how did his sister-in-law get pregnant?

No wonder Marcus wasn't home on his wedding night, and the atmosphere with his wife was so strange.

So his brother had been cheated on.

Even so, Marcus brought his wife home, and last night they...

Another lovesick fool.

Ethan couldn't help smacking his forehead.

"Why are there so many lovesick fools in the Valentine family?"

Marcus looked at him.

"What did you say?"

"Nothing, nothing..."

Ethan slipped away and bumped into Mina Sherwood coming downstairs.

Mina greeted him politely.

"Young Master Ethan."

Ethan snorted coldly, ignored her, and ran off.

He didn't like this sister-in-law who cheated on his brother!

And he liked Grace Nan even less for cheating on Third Uncle!

Two men in the family were bewitched by these women.

It was ridiculous.

He, Ethan Valentine, would not indulge them!

Just as he ran out, he encountered Penelope Valentine.

Penelope looked upset.

Seeing Ethan, she immediately asked,

"Third Brother, is it true the Valentine family is cutting ties with Fiona?"

Ethan coughed.

"Yes, she made a mistake."

The live stream incident was indeed Fiona's fault.

A little scheming was acceptable, but she shouldn't have jeopardized the kindergarten and the Valentine reputation.

This was Third Uncle's punishment.

But Fiona didn't have energy for this now.

Her son had a brain tumor and was receiving treatment at the hospital.

They said if he couldn't be cured, they might go abroad.

As Ethan was thinking, Penelope试探着 asked,

"Third Brother, have you heard about Grace Nan?"

Ethan frowned at the name.

"What about her?"

Penelope spoke carefully.

"Nothing much...

But the banquet in five days must be for her, right?"

"Yes."

Ethan also frowned.

Penelope lowered her head.

"After Grace enters the family, will you favor her like Big Brother and Third Uncle?"

"Of course not!"

Ethan scoffed.

He looked at Penelope, sensing her unease, and reassured her,

"You may not be my blood sister, but we grew up together.

I've always treated you as my real sister!"

Grace wasn't his blood cousin!

How could she compare to Penelope?

Besides, he was going to be polite to her for Third Uncle's sake, but she dared to fool around outside and betray Third Uncle.

Hah...

Did she still want to participate in the Cortez Sect martial arts tournament tomorrow?

In her dreams!

He was going to go easy on her, but now...

If he let her into the competition, he wouldn't be a Valentine!

As Ethan was thinking, Penelope relaxed.

At least in this family, Third Brother Ethan wouldn't pay attention to Grace Nan.

She asked, "What about the other brothers?"

Ethan sneered.

"Don't worry, with someone like Grace Nan, we'll all look down on her after she enters!

You'll always be our good sister, and she..."

Ethan smiled sinisterly.

If Third Uncle liked her, they'd make trouble for her in private.

The day Third Uncle cured his lovesickness, they'd make sure Grace regretted everything!

Penelope didn't know what he was thinking and finally relaxed...

...

Evelyn Ross at the Nan family villa knew nothing about this.

That night, she and Alexander Vance sparred not only in the yard but also in the bedroom.

The result was her complete defeat, thoroughly dominated by Alexander...

Alas, women were at a disadvantage in this regard.

Evelyn woke up the next morning with regret.

If only she could be on top!

Alexander, like a satisfied beast, savored the memory.

He looked Evelyn up and down and finally sighed.

"You have the tournament screening today.

I'll let you off for now."

Evelyn: "..."

She quickly dressed and went out.

Alexander sat in the driver's seat again, like an obedient puppy.

Evelyn couldn't help rolling her eyes.

Alexander, the experienced driver, drove smoothly all the way to the Cortez Sect.

Evelyn first went to report to the outer disciples.

As soon as she entered, she saw Ethan Valentine waiting at the door.

Evelyn greeted him.

The man who was enthusiastic yesterday now crossed his arms and lifted his chin, sneering coldly.

"Don't participate in today's competition."

Evelyn was puzzled.

"Why?"

Ethan flexed his wrists.

"I'm overseeing the screening today.

I wouldn't want to accidentally hurt you and make Third Uncle心疼!"