Chapter 32

Seeing the disappointment in Nyla's eyes, Clark felt as if a hand was squeezing his heart, making it hard to breathe.

"Nyla, I know that no matter what promises I make now, you won't believe me. But I will prove it with my actions. I will keep my word."

Nyla had no intention of listening to his promises. She brushed past him and walked away.

Just as Clark was about to follow her, his phone in his pocket rang. He answered, and his secretary's serious voice came through. "Mr. Sumner, there's a problem with one of our deals." Clark's expression darkened. "I'll be there right away."

By the time he ran to the exit of the complex, all he saw was Nyla getting into a taxi and

leaving. He pursed his lips, turned around, got into his car, and drove to the company. Once he dealt with work, he would come back to sort things out with Nyla.

When Nyla arrived at the restaurant, Valarie was already there.

"Nyla, you're finally here! I've got some gossip to share with you."

down across from Valarie, placed her bag on the chair next to her, and raised

that Lucia somehow pissed off Clark a week ago and got slapped in a private room. Her face was so swollen she

about to pour herself some water.

was at the bar that night

saying nothing, but

make Lucia hate her more and make her

her thoughts and looked at Valarie. "What is

daydreaming. What were you thinking about?" "Nothing much..." Nyla shook her head. "I probably didn't sleep well last night. By the way, why did you suddenly ask me out

up, and I want to pick out a gift

and expectant look, Nyla couldn't help but tease her. "Who was it that swore off relationships

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I realized I'm filled with anticipation before I sleep

"Alright, enough with the mushy

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