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."

on the chair next to her, and raised an eyebrow.

pissed off Clark a week ago and got slapped in a

to pour herself some water. She looked up at Valarie. "Who told

at the bar

but she understood. Clark

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

snapped out of her thoughts and looked at Valarie. "What

her head. "I probably didn't sleep

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

Valarie's shy and expectant look, Nyla couldn't help but tease her. "Who was it that swore

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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 before I sleep every night because I get to

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