The Wrong Woman

Chapter 424

Mila smiled gently as she delicately shifted Nathan’s hand away she didn’t want to create

any issues for Florence. “Nate, stay with your mom to celebrate her birthday. I’m not part of your family. I’ll leave since Layla doesn’t want to see me.”

Nathan’s face twisted with anger. He was about to speak, but Mila interrupted him. Her tone became more serious. “Can you just listen to me this once?”

After bidding everyone farewell with a nod, Mila left.

Everyone knew about Layla’s temperament. Despite thinking Layla was being unreasonable, nobody stopped Mila from leaving or stood up to Layla.

Mila walked out of the Morrison residence carrying her bag. As the sky grew darker, the last rays of the sunset painted a cozy atmosphere. A warm breeze brought the fragrance of flowers from the garden.

She walked toward the gate, feeling weighed down by sadness. She couldn’t shake the feeling that she never really belonged there.

Suddenly, Mila heard a steady rhythm of footsteps approaching from behind. When she turned around, Nathan was already beside her, holding her hand tightly. She felt a surge of surprise. Nathan’s touch was comforting and warm.

was deeply moved by

to well up in her eyes. “Nate, why did you

smile, Nathan said, “Let’s go home. I’ll cook something delicious

today is Florence’s birthday. Shouldn’t you be spending

a gift. Besides, birthdays come every year. Skipping just this one won’t matter much.”

might make Florence

be

matter further. Nathan walked with her as twilight enveloped them. Though they seemed composed on the surface, inside, their emotions were swirling. They had left earlier than planned, so Cole’s

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first time Nathan had openly held Mila’s hand. They strolled down the quiet, wide street like a couple. The roadside was lined with beautiful

at the square tiles as they walked. Nathan’s hand

“Wanda,” Nathan whispered.

at him. “Yes?”

gaze on the road ahead, his voice

quietly studied his