Dumping My Fiancé For His Uncle By Danielle Sayers

Chapter 194

A complex expression clouded Nicolas's eyes, and he exhaled heavily. He couldn't understand why Thea was so stubborn.

Is it because she doesn't trust me? Or perhaps because she doesn't love me and wants to avoid getting too deeply involved?" he wondered.

"What's your plan then? How do you intend to wrap this up?" Nicolas asked.

Noticing the discontent in his tone, Thea's body trembled slightly as she stared at her feet, struggling to explain, though she was enthused, "I realize I acted impulsively and alinest caused trouble for you, Mr. Hendrix. "But Joyce is my friend, and I couldn't just ignore her." Nicolas's expression darkened further.

From the driver's seat, Darwin quickly interjected, "Mrs. Hendrix, Mr. Hendrix didn't mean it that way. He was just worried about you, which is why he rushed back."

Thea politely nodded. "I understand, but from now on, I'll make sure to sort out solutions beforehand, I won't hold you back again, Mr. Hendrix."

She sensed that Nicolas was frustrated because he couldn't stay in Silvercreek with Stephanie to clean up after her. She was not someone who lacked awareness. But for some reason, Nicolas seemed even more displeased.

"Mr. Hendrix, if there's nothing else, I won't disturb you any longer. With that, Thea opened the car door.

To avoid making him angrier, I better leave now,' she wondered.

Darwin was left speechless, unsure of what to say as an outsider

However, before Thea could step out, Nicolas grasped her wrist firmly, Losing her balance, she stumbled into his solid chest.

The familiar scent enveloped her, leaving Thea somewhat flustered. She looked up, her eyes meeting his cold yet stunningly handsome face, speaking cautiously, Tm sorry, Mr. Hendrix, about your injury..."

Little did Thea know that in his eyes, she appeared endearing.

"It's nothing" Nicolas's expression was a mix of emotions, and he sighed, seemingly resigned. "Thea, what am I going to do with you?"

in her heart. In an instant, Thea felt her ears flush, and she quickly averted her gaze, not wanting him to see

to get caught up in a love triangle. Otherwise, she'd be the one left feeling humiliated Quickly

momentarily, and he stared at her for a moment before speaking in his calm, magnetic voice. "lan is coming over from Bangolware. Dad wants us to return to the Hendrix residence together." Thea nodded and closed the car door. She

recalling their last visit to Bangolware, when Nicolas had taken her to

pleased with her presence. Thea couldn't help but worry

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displeasure.

Max's wedding must have become quite the tople

It

could always see through Thea's thoughts is he suddenly spoke up. "Don't be nervous.

old-school artist known for his aloofness and strong sense of reputation, and he was always blunt in his speech. Unfortunately, Thea's reputation wasn't very favorable. Nicolas's hand naturally covered hers, the warmth of his touch sending an unexpected shiver down her

VOIL

her heart skipping a beat. She believed no one could resist feeling drawn to Nicolas. But then

hand. Thea nodded and turned to gaze out the window, clearly trying to avoid any

with the sky outside as he closed his eyes to rest. "Feelings cannot be forced. Why make things difficult? It's just

wound its way along the Lark

waiting to greet them. "Hi, Mr. Hendrix, Mrs. Hendrix. Stefan is in the backyard listening to an opera with Mr.

suddenly glanced at them and added,

she knew what kind of man Nicolas was before

wouldn't be another cunning rival who only knows how to compete with women, would

disrepair... As they entered the

the opera singer

accompanied by

and lan were seated in the best vantage point of a balcony, enjoying the opera while sipping coffee. Next to them sat a graceful young woman in a

Thea couldn't see her face clearly, her posture suggested she was well-mannered. That