"Call me when you've made up your mind," Clark said.

Nyla took her phone, her gaze lowered in silence. After Clark left, she quickly locked the door and propped a chair against it, finally feeling a bit of safety.

After a moment of reflection, she called Damon.

In the Sumner residence's living room...

Richard and Marie sat on the sofa with grim expressions, while Damon stood nearby.

"Clark says you have feelings for a married woman. Is that true?" Richard asked, his gaze stern and scrutinizing.

As Richard's most distinguished son, Damon was expected to uphold the family's reputation. Richard could not tolerate any scandal involving Damon and a married woman.

Marie also looked displeased. Despite introducing Damon to many eligible young women, he hadn't shown interest in any of them. If it turned out he was interested in a married woman, it would be a major embarrassment.

Realizing the matter couldn't be hidden for long, Damon decided to be straightforward. "Yes."

with anger. "I don't care who you're interested in!

she was hearing. "Damon, you've never caused us any trouble. With your status, you can have any woman you want. Why

gaze steadily and

If you're involved with a divorced woman, what will people say about you? They'll say you've

expression remained impassive. "I don't care what people say. A

Richard threw

to waste any more time talking to you. If you continue to pursue that woman, we'll cut off our

that, he stormed

in his life. As for the woman, he would investigate her background. If she was reasonable, he'd offer her money to stay away. If not, he'd ensure she

you really going

Damon's expression remained calm,

no sign

it's not me causing trouble for the Sumners.

you

I choose to

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