Chapter 220

Clark frowned, displeasure evident in his eyes.

Nyla didn't even glance at him as she opened the car door and got in.

During the drive back, they remained silent. At traffic lights, Clark glanced at Nyla several times, as if he wanted to say something.

Nevertheless, Nyla kept her gaze fixed out the window, offering no indication that she wanted to talk.

When they reached Nyla's building and she was about to get out of the car, Clark finally spoke up. "Nyla, does Dad's scheme against Uncle Damon tonight have anything to do with you?"

Nyla turned to him, her eyes cold. "Why would you think it's related to me?"

Clark's gaze grew heavy. After a long pause, he shook his head. "No reason. I just noticed you disappeared for a while earlier, so I thought I'd ask."

"If you really want to know the truth, you should ask your dad," Nyla said and then pushed the car door open to leave.

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At home, Nyla sat on the sofa and pulled out her phone to find Damon's contact information. After a mom