Chapter 172

"Why did you come back so late tonight?" Clark asked.

"Had some things to deal with," Nyla answered.

Clark didn't press further and simply nodded. "By the way, we've found a kidney donor for Dad. If everything goes well, he can have the surgery in a month."

Nyla paused mid-action while changing her shoes, looking up at him in disbelief. "Really?"

Clark felt his breath catch at the sight of her excited expression and bright eyes, which reminded him of when they first got together.

"Yes," he replied.

"That's great! Thank you!" Nyla exclaimed.

Her gratitude was heartfelt. If they hadn't found a match, her father's health wouldn't have held out much longer.

"We're husband and wife. It's my responsibility," Clark said dismissively.

Nyla pursed her lips and remained silent. To her, they had long ceased to be husband and wife. They were just two strangers bound by a piece of paper.

"Regardless, I really appreciate it," Nyla reiterated.

Noticing the distance in her gaze, Clark felt