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.

…

everyone went

locked the car doors, making no move to get

“What are you

“We need to talk.”

about the divorce, there’s no need.

eyes narrowed dangerously.

“Yes.”

time for her to accept his infidelity. As long as she didn’t mention divorce, he believed he had a chance to win

moment, he nodded. “Nyla, I’m

staring at him blankly. “Can you unlock the

click,

heading into the villa

the bedroom door, he found it locked from the inside. He

door to show she was angry when he had

deepened. “Never mind,” he thought, “I’ll win her

lifetime together. As long as she stayed by his side and had feelings for him, she’d eventually forgive

outfit for her interview the next day. After picking a few options, she sent photos to Valarie, asking for her

called immediately. “Why are you suddenly job hunting? Have

voice was calm. “Not yet. I need a job first. I have no income. Once I have enough money

you’re going to live with him like

some money saved. I’ll find a place to move out after the

she couldn’t afford a lawyer, let alone face the Sumner Group’s

betrayed their marriage. Why should she leave empty-handed? If she had the means, she’d make him leave with nothing

money. Her research back then had earned Clark millions.

company are you

“Park Pharmaceuticals.”

going back to