Chasing the Unexpected (Nyla)

Chapter 156

Cyrus shook his head and remarked, “With a temper like yours, I wonder what kind of woman could ever put up with you.”

Damon did not respond, concentrating on picking up the chess pieces.

“Come on, let’s eat.”

At the dining table, Cyrus chatted with Damon almost excessively.

Nyla ate a small amount, then set down her cutlery and said, “I’m done. You all take your time.”

As soon as she spoke, everyone at the table looked at her.

Cindy frowned, clearly displeased, but remained silent.

Clark turned to Nyla, his voice gentle as he asked, “Is the food not to your liking tonight?”

Nyla shook her head. “No, I’m really full. I remember leaving some. clothes in your room last time I was here. I’m going to see if I can find.

that dress I liked.”

Clark nodded. “Alright.”

the dress but then reconsidered. If Nyla wanted to find it herself, it would save

service staff the trouble.

Clark’s bedroom, Nyla locked the door behind her and quickly moved to the balcony. After ensuring no one was around,

which was cluttered with company documents. She checked the drawers but found nothing

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to leave, she heard footsteps and voices approaching the study. Her face paled. It was too late to escape, so she

grew louder as he entered. Damon, you know I never ask for help, no matter how tough things get. But

straits and Richard’s refusal to assist, Cyrus would not have approached

he glanced toward the curtain. Without showing any reaction, he turned back to Cyrus, who was about to sit in the chair facing the

over there.”

Cyrus looked puzzled. “Why?”

prefer this spot,”

to the opposite chair. He then looked at Damon. “About the funding… What

remained cold. “I need to

small amount.”

is a big company, and 150 million. dollars shouldn’t be

respond, his face devoid

I wouldn’t come to you unless I had

distant Inderstood. I’ll consider

a while longer before