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."

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

on the TV, but she couldn't focus. Alexander's words

phone suddenly rang, breaking her reverie. It

you free right now? Let's go out for a bit!" Valarie

moment's thought, Nyla decided that getting out of the house

soon as Valarie saw her, she frowned. "You look so

lately.

Valarie nodded sympathetically.

here. I even fought with Brandon

can a grown man be so petty?

love-struck distress. "You don't know how much I envy you. At least all you have to worry about is

"We're here to have fun today, so no more gloomy talk. Let's shop till

"Deal," Nyla said.

the mall. When they

in high spirits, each carrying a mountain of shopping

the best therapy!"

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