Chasing the Unexpected (Nyla)

Chapter 124

Nyla stood still, sensing a dangerous vibe from Damon that made her instinctively want to flee.

“Uncle Damon, it’s dark here, and it’s not appropriate for us to be alone. I’ll head back,” she said, turning to leave.

As she took a few steps, though, she heard footsteps behind her. Panicking, she tried to quicken her pace but stumbled and tripped.

She lost her balance, but a strong hand grabbed her waist and pulled

her back.

Nyla fell into Damon’s arms. She quickly pushed him away and stepped back.

Damon narrowed his eyes, the menace in them intensifying as he remarked, “You use people and then discard them. You’re quite skilled at that.”

Nyla bit her lip, feeling embarrassed. “Uncle Damon, thank you for just now, but we should keep our distance.”

Damon stepped closer, and Nyla instinctively tried to retreat but found herself against the door of the greenhouse. She had nowhere to go.

When they were so close that they could hear each other’s breathing, Damon looked down at her and said, “But I don’t want to keep my

distance.”

deep breath, looked up at him, and said, “Uncle Damon, Ms. Hulle is more suitable for you.

could finish, her eyes widened in shock. Damon grabbed her chin and

For a moment, she was completely frozen. This

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home. Was he out of

she shoved him away and warned,” Uncle

Nyla as she glared at Damon

woman again, I’ll have to shut you up my way,” Damon said, his tone

hands at her sides. She turned her gaze away and said coldly, “If

with Damon in the middle of the night, who knew what they would

Damon’s feelings

grew even colder. “Do you really not want to

given our relationship, is it appropriate for us to be alone, together? You might not be affected, but have you considered what people

end, Nyla thought Damon’s feelings were just a

her, he wouldn’t risk her reputation by cornering her

even colder as he questioned, “Who