Chapter 471

Ever since the day Nydia asked for a break, Jason had been on a relentless quest to find her.

His calls were incessant, the madness undeniable. Night after night, he kept vigil outside her Silverlake Harbor residence, each time leaving more disheartened than the last.

His lovesick demeanor was no less dramatic than when Thaddeus had fervently pursued Evadne.

Nydia dared not step outside, locking herself in her room, neglecting her meals, growing thinner by the day, her pillows soaked with tears.

Whenever she missed Jason, she’d stealthily peer out the window at the end of the hallway, drawing back the curtains just a smidge.

And whenever she yearned for him, he was there.

His figure stood against the wind, tall and resolute, his gaze burning with unwavering intensity toward her room.

Even the slightest thought of him sent waves of pain coursing through her, a constant heartache that felt as if it were cleaving her soul.

She felt she had let down Jason, her guilt immense. But who could tell her how to have the best of both worlds?

In the end, she was selfish too.

Caught between Jason and her family, she ultimately chose the latter.-

Nydia stared blankly at her phone when Byron, curious, craned his neck for a glimpse.

His expression clouded at the sight, but he forced a dry laugh, choosing retreat over confrontation, “Ms. Nydia, if you have urgent matters to attend to, I’ll leave you be. Go on with your business.”

“No, it’s nothing. Nydia steeled herself and hung up.

Fearing another call from Jason, she decisively shut off her phone.

It was time to be firm.

Better a sharp pain now than to raise his hopes sky–high, only to shatter them completely later on. It was kinder to break his heart. cleanly than to leave it in pieces.

Byron’s eyes sparkled with excitement, his voice trembling. “Then, may I sit here?”

Nydia nodded slightly, moving aside to maintain distance.

Byron staggered forward, his uneven gait betraying him as he lurched forward!

“Whoa! Careful there!” Nydia instinctively reached out to steady him.

Her innate kindness didn’t allow her to think twice.

She would’ve helped an old lady cross the street, so how could she ignore someone about to fall right before her eyes?

opportunity to clutch Nydia’s arm, the warmth of

his breath, looking at her with gratitude, Thank you,

Jeff were having a lively

Emeric, look over there? Jeff exclaimed, patting Emeric on the shoulder.

noting Nydia and Byron chatting amicably, his brows knitting

little girl is getting quite cozy with Byron.”

to me more than once how much he likes Nydia. It’s rare for him to talk about fancying any girl in front of

plead his case, but seeing Emeric’s disinterest,

that Nydia was not repulsed by

at humor,

him hot and bothered.

if it weren’t

did she have to act so high

their lackluster progress,

for

are you of

by Bertha’s call, “Where to in such a rush? Can’t you see

a small issue,” the secretary hedged

it. You’re not treating me

of the Ashbourne heiress is

sly glint crossed Bertha’s eyes, “Jason?”

Isn’t he Mr. Thaddeus’s rival? His timing seems intended to disrupt Mr. Thaddeus’s plans. I figured I’d better warn Mr. Thaddeus quickly. Right now, that man can’t enter without an invitation, but if

cons.

disturb my brother just

wish, Miss

Bertha’s mind raced, and she texted

door. I’m going to chase him

always wanted that ruby–encrusted necklace? Consider it

Thank you

come to us, the Chambers family’s hospitality dictates we shouldn’t send

a wicked smirk, her fingers curling into an “ok” sign

stark

of the phone shutting off. The festive

left to stand outside, a silent

young mistress, ask her to let him in. But this was personal, and he just couldn’t bring himself to voice

the words.

as he swallowed down a

out of his league?”

woman he loved was inside, and his longing for her bordered on

the stark disparity in their status was like a fortress wall, denying him even the slightest glimpse of

well, who do we have here? You look familiar,” a mocking, sharp

snapped up.

by her secretary and bodyguards. She

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