"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."

face dark with anger. "I

chest, unable to believe what she was hearing. "Damon, you've never caused us any trouble. With your status, you

their gaze steadily and replied, "She'll be divorced

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

A woman's worth isn't defined by how many times she's been

Richard

time talking to you. If you continue to pursue that woman, we'll

he

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 disappeared from

disappointment. "Damon, are you really going to turn the Sumners

Damon's expression remained calm,

no sign of retreat

causing trouble for

you

I choose to be with is

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