Chapter 127

As Clark started the car, he said, "I'm glad you like them. How about I pick you up from work every day from now on?"

"There's no need for that. I've bought myself a car, and you're busy with work," Nyla replied indifferently, causing Clark to drop the idea.

Even though Nyla had moved back in, Clark felt she was even more distant from him now. This feeling troubled him, and he didn't know how to restore their previous closeness.

The car grew quiet.

Nyla turned to look out the window, lost in thought. In the past, she always had something to say when they were alone. Now, she didn't initiate any conversation.

Clark sighed inwardly and decided to take things slowly.

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As they neared the villa, Clark's phone rang from his pocket.

"Nyla, can you get my phone?" Clark asked.

Nyla retrieved the phone and saw "Jordyn" flashing on the screen.

Clark frowned and said, "No need to answer it."

He had warned Jordyn not to contact him, but she ignored him. This made him both angry and a bi