Chapter 1134

Nyla turned on her heel and walked out.

If Emerald had genuinely been unable to see her because of some life- threatening circumstances, Nyla could have understood.

But judging by the photo, it was clear that Emerald had been living a good life.

For Alexander to claim that Emerald "missed her" felt like a cruel joke. That supposed longing wasn't even worth the price of a plane ticket.

Back in her car, Nyla sat quietly, forcing herself to calm down before starting the engine and driving away.

Not long after she left, Alexander pulled out his phone and made a call.

There was a note of helplessness in his voice as he spoke. "Aunt Emerald, Nyla seems very resistant to the idea of going to Meristate."

A cold, distant female voice answered on the other end. "No matter what it takes, you must bring her back."

"I understand," Alexander replied with a sigh. "But you've really given me quite the challenge this time."

busy. Figure it out yourself," the voice snapped before promptly hanging up. Alexander shook his head, pocketed

she couldn't focus. Alexander's words kept replaying in her mind, forcing her thoughts to drift back

rang, breaking her reverie. It

now? Let's go out for

Nyla decided that getting out of the house

the mall. As soon as Valarie saw her, she frowned. "You look so down. What's

has been happening lately.

Valarie nodded sympathetically.

fought with Brandon yesterday. I swear, he's

sometimes. How can a grown

how much I envy you. At least all you have

today, so no more

"Deal," Nyla said.

browsing the mall. When they

high spirits, each carrying a mountain of shopping

the best therapy!"

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