Chapter 196

Damon's expression darkened as he said coldly, "Then check the surveillance footage around the hotel."

"Understood. I'll get on it right away," Spencer replied.

After ending the call, Damon approached Nyla. She spoke in a hoarse voice. "What's the update? Have you figured out what happened?"

"Not yet, but it should be soon," Damon answered.

Nyla nodded, lowering her gaze. "Uncle Damon, I'm really grateful for your help today. It's getting late, so you should go back. I'll stay here."

Damon looked at her. She was staring down, her hands tightly clenched, and her body still trembling. He remained silent for a moment before sitting down beside her.

"I'll stay with you," he said firmly.

Nyla said nothing more, silently praying that Valarie would be okay.

Soon, Valarie's parents arrived after hearing the news. When they learned that Valarie had fallen while going to celebrate Nyla's birthday, Phoebe Shersby, Valarie's mother, turned icy.

"I'm so sorry, Mr. and Mrs. Weir..." Nyla ap