Chapter 581

However, Oliver quickly adjusted his expression and walked toward Nyla and Mason.

As Nyla stepped out of the elevator with Mason, she looked surprised to see him. "What brings you here today?"

Oliver's demeanor was warm. "I came to check on you and Buddy."

He then turned to Damon. "Mr. Sumner, thanks for sending Nyla and Buddy back. Just hand me the backpack."

He reached for the backpack in Damon's hand, but the latter subtly moved it out of reach, his expression cool. "No need. Buddy is my child. It's my responsibility."

Oliver raised an eyebrow but didn't press the issue. When he pulled his hand back, he noticed the bruise on Mason's face. "What happened to Buddy?"

Nyla kept her explanation brief. "He got into a fight at school, but it's all been sorted out."

"How did it get so bad?" Oliver asked.

"The other kid was hurt worse. Let's not stand out here. Come inside," Nyla said.

She opened the door. As she turned to take the backpack from Damon, he suddenly spoke up. "Ms. Kin