"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."

on the table, his face dark with anger. "I

you've never caused us any trouble. With your status, you can have any woman you want. Why on earth are

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

could barely speak. "Even if she divorces, it's unacceptable! If you're involved with a divorced woman, what will people say about you? They'll say you've lowered

people say. A woman's worth isn't defined

Richard threw

any more time talking to

that, he stormed

his pride, and he would not tolerate any blemishes 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

going to turn the Sumners upside down

Damon's expression remained calm,

no sign of

me causing trouble for

you

I choose to be with is

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