Trading My Ex for His Uncle by Hello Spring

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."

placed her bag on the chair next

a week ago and got slapped in a private room.

as she was about to pour herself some water. She looked up at Valarie. "Who told

She was at the bar that night

looked down, saying nothing, but she understood.

for hitting her. However, his actions would only make Lucia hate her

her thoughts and looked at Valarie. "What is

to ask you. I've called your name several times, and you were 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 to go shopping today?" Valarie, who usually preferred staying in bed over the

Valarie's cheeks. "His birthday is coming up, and I want to pick out a gift for him. I thought you could

help but tease her. "Who was it that swore off relationships and

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fested her chin in her hands, her gaze full of tenderness. "That was before I met him. After I met him, I realized I'm filled with anticipation

be grossed out. "Alright, enough with the mushy stuff. If