Chasing the Unexpected (Nyla)

Chapter 31

Chapter 31

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Clark realized how badly Cindy had been treating Nyla in private. Had she been speaking to Nyla this way for the entire three years of their marriage whenever he wasn’t around?

When Clark saw Damon in the surveillance footage, his grip on his phone tightened, his knuckles turning

white.

Watching Damon stand up for Nyla made Clark feel a mix of anger and helplessness. He was Nyla’s husband. He should have been the one standing by her side, but he hadn’t been there. If Nyla hadn’t told him to ask Cindy, he wouldn’t have known what happened today.

The more Clark thought about it, the more guilt he felt. He had failed Nyla and their eight years of love.

He turned off the video and sent a message to his secretary.

Clark: [If my mother asks you to handle my father’s matters in the future, ignore her.]

Do you still want me to investigate your

Clark: [Go on.]

had expected Clark to stay away for a few days after what happened last night. To her surprise, she opened the door the

eyes lit up with hope when he saw her.

It was a weekend, and she didn’t want Clark to

know what happened last night. I promise it won’t happen again. Has my mom always been like this to you?

only laugh. “Did you ever care? You’ve known your mother for years.

gaze, Clark averted his eyes,

to find out how your mother

himself, but no words

about her feelings as much as

handle her

pretended not to understand because, in

for your affair and my decision to divorce you, you might never have realized how

“Nyla, I am sorry…”

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