Chasing the Unexpected (Nyla)

Chapter 317

Hearing the anxiety in Melody’s voice, Nyla couldn’t help but smile. “Don’t worry. If he really dislikes someone, he won’t even speak to them.”

Melody said, “He’s my first crush, so naturally, I’m a bit anxious. I hope I didn’t disturb you.”

“No, don’t worry. I’ll try to create opportunities for you two to be alone,” Nyla reassured her.

Melody was deeply touched. “Oh, Nyla, you’re the best!”

After exchanging a few more comforting words, Nyla ended the call. She set her phone down and reflected on how even someone as carefree as Melody could feel insecure about matters of the heart.

Upon thinking about her own recent breakup with Damon, Nyla’s expression grew somber. She took a deep breath, forced herself to move on, and prepared for bed.

The next morning, as Nyla walked into the office, she felt the eyes of her colleagues on her.

Once she reached her office, Melody hurried over, her tone filled with anger.” Nyla, did you break up with Mr. Sumner because of his ex?”

aback. “How do

exclaimed indignantly. “Last night, someone took photos of him helping his ex into a car. Now everyone in the office is saying he

silent for a moment before quietly uttering,

you angry about what

Melody’s upset expression, Nyla found it somewhat endearing. She couldn’t help but pinch her cheek, smiling.

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what they want, and there’s nothing we can do about it. Just

you want to set

shook her head. “There’s nothing to clarify. Whatever I say, they won’t believe it and will only criticize me

If I were you, I’d make a

huffed.

but chose

up embarrassed was her.