Chasing the Unexpected (Nyla)

Chapter 7

Clark stiffened abruptly, his expression darkening instantly. He tightened his grip on Nyla’s chin before slowly releasing her and turning to face Damon.

Meeting Damon’s amused gaze, Clark forced a smile. “No. Uncle Damon, did you need something?”

Damon smiled. “Your grandma sent me to call you both for dinner.”

“Thank you, Uncle Damon.”

“No trouble at all. But remember, this is the family home. Be mindful of your actions.” As Damon spoke, he briefly glanced at the red mark on Nyla’s chin, mockery evident in his gaze.

Seeing Damon’s eyes linger on Nyla, Clark frowned and stepped in front of her. “I understand, Uncle Damon.”

His tone and expression were not pleasant, and his gaze toward Damon betrayed a hint of wariness.

Damon smirked and casually looked away. “Alright, let’s go eat.”

After Damon left, Clark reached out for Nyla’s hand, but she dodged him, walking away without a backward glance.

Clark quickly caught up, gripping her hand firmly. “Behave, or I’ll talk to your father!”

Nyla’s attempt to pull away halted, a wave of helplessness and anger washing over her. If she hadn’t agreed to become a housewife back then, she wouldn’t be under his control and threats now.

She needed to find a job quickly, earn enough to pay her father’s medical bills, and free herself from Clark. Until then, arguing about divorce was pointless.

Having made up her mind, Nyla stopped struggling and let Clark lead her to the dining room.

…

dinner, everyone went

villa, Clark locked the car

frowned. “What

“We need to talk.”

about the divorce, there’s no need. I won’t bring it

narrowed dangerously.

“Yes.”

He knew it would take time for her to accept his infidelity. As long

“Nyla, I’m glad you’re

ignored his words, staring at him blankly. “Can you unlock the car now?

click, the

into the villa without

the bedroom door, he found it locked

show she was angry when he had been too rough

he thought, “I’ll

had a lifetime together. As long as she stayed by his side and had feelings

bedroom, Nyla was choosing an outfit for her interview the next day. After picking a few options, she

“Why are you suddenly job hunting? Have you

no income. Once I have enough money for my

to live with him

some money saved. I’ll find a

couldn’t be rushed. Without a job or money, she couldn’t afford a lawyer, let alone face the Sumner Group’s legal team. She needed

betrayed their marriage. Why should she

felt no guilt using Clark’s money. Her research back then

company are you interviewing

“Park Pharmaceuticals.”

going back to drug