"Dad, I have things to do. I'll leave Grandpa with you," Clark said.Cyrus hesitated for a moment before finally speaking. "Clark, if you can't outmaneuver your uncle, just give up. It wouldn't be so bad for the three of us to go back abroad and live on our monthly allowance."Clark looked at him for a long moment before nodding. "Okay, Dad, I understand."After leaving the hospital, Clark made a call instead of negotiating with the shareholders. "I need you to kidnap someone. I'll pay you 1,500,000 dollars."As he hung up, a cruel glint shone in his eyes.Since Damon had blocked all his paths, he would make Damon experience the pain of losing his son right in front of him!…Nyla had seen the comments online as well.Initially, she was worried about Damon, but after witnessing Prospectus Technology's counterattack, she finally felt relieved.Lydia, who had noticed Nyla's anxiety, couldn't help but mention it when she brought tea to Damon."Mr. Sumner, this morning, Ms. Kinse
Spencer looked at Nyl with a hint of guilt as he replied, "Regardless, I still hope you and Mr. Sumner can end up together."Nyla smiled. "For us, staying out of each other's way is the best ending."Spencer fell silent for a moment before ultimately leaving without saying anything.Given Nyla's current wariness of Damon, it was better for him to say less. Speaking too much would only deepen their misunderstandings. If they were truly meant to be, they would find their way back to each other.Not long after Spencer left, Valarie arrived, bringing a bunch of toys for Mason.Seeing Valarie loaded down with packages, Nyla was taken aback. "Did you really need to buy so much? This could keep Buddy entertained for a year!"Valarie set her things down and shot Nyla a glance. "This is nothing. I have plenty more at home. I just couldn't carry everything today. I'll have the butler pack up and send them over tomorrow."I want to make sure Buddy gets all the toys he missed out on these p
"So, for all these five years, it's been Oliver helping you hide your identity?" Valarie asked."Yeah, I really owe you big time. If you hadn't introduced him to me back then, I wouldn't be where I am today," Nyla replied.Valarie felt a mix of nostalgia and lingering fear."I'm just glad I introduced you to him. Otherwise, you would have suffered even more. But still, I won't forgive him for keeping the fact that you're alive a secret for five years! He owes me a big meal to make up for this anger!" Valarie declared.Nyla chuckled. "Sounds good." "But if you're with Oliver, why are you still living with Buddy at Damon's villa? Won't Oliver get jealous?" Valarie asked.Nyla's expression dimmed. She looked down and said, "I owe him… I'll explain this to you another day. But let's talk about you. What's going on with you and Brandon? He seems to care about you. When did you start liking someone so much younger?"Valarie was rendered speechless.She pouted and replied, "Don't bri
Valarie didn't wait for Nyla to respond and rushed out as if something were chasing her.With Valarie's departure, the living room fell into silence.Nyla lowered her gaze for a moment, hesitating before finally looking up at Damon.To her surprise, he was also looking at her. Their eyes met, but neither spoke.Eventually, it was Nyla who broke the silence."Mr. Sumner, I'm really sorry about what happened before. I'll compensate for the losses caused to Prospectus Technology. I have only one request—please don't hide Buddy from me," Nyla pleaded."I promise I won't. I also won't use Buddy to threaten you anymore. If you don't want to live here, you can take him and move out. But you can't go back to Capitarnia right now," Damon replied.If Nyla took Mason back to Capitarnia, he couldn't guarantee that Richard wouldn't try to kidnap Mason again. Keeping them in Saintornia was the only way he could protect them.Nyla was taken aback, staring at Damon in disbelief.Did she hear
Nyla stiffened instantly, her heart pounding. Panic flashed in her eyes as her mind raced with countless possibilities.Was Damon changing his mind?Damon seemed to read her thoughts. His expression remained indifferent, though his tone was reassuring. "Don't worry. I'm not going back on my word."At this, Nyla finally breathed a sigh of relief, though her heart still raced as she followed him into the study.Damon walked to his desk and picked up a folder. He retrieved a property deed and a set of keys, handing them to her."I've already transferred ownership of this house," he told her. "You and Buddy can move in."Nyla's eyes widened in disbelief as she stared at the deed and keys in his hand. She instinctively recoiled.He was giving her a villa?If someone had told her this moments ago, she would have thought they were crazy. Yet, here it was, happening in the most unbelievable way.Confused, she struggled to understand his intentions. "Mr. Sumner, this is too generous. I
Nyla's eyes instantly welled up with tears as she pulled Mason tightly into her embrace. Her voice trembled as she said, "Buddy, I'm happy as long as I have you."Mason reached out his little hand and gently patted Nyla's back, speaking in a mature tone. "Mommy, I'll be good. We'll be fine in our new place."Releasing Mason, Nyla wiped away her tears and smiled. "Okay, let's go to the new place together and start a new life."Mason nodded vigorously, his expression filled with determination.They didn't have much to pack, finishing in just a morning.During lunch, Nyla shared their plans to leave with Lydia.Lydia froze, nearly spilling the soup she held. She quickly set it down, her face filled with disbelief."Ms. Kinsey, why are you leaving so suddenly? Did Mr. Sumner not let you stay anymore?" she asked.Looking into Lydia's concerned eyes, Nyla felt a warm wave wash over her. Lydia had been so kind since her first day here. Now, as she prepared to leave, she felt reluctant
Meanwhile, Clark received word that Nyla had left Damon's villa with Mason.He smirked. "Looks like Lady Luck is on my side."He had been worried about how to get into Damon's villa to abduct Mason, but now, with Nyla moving out and Damon away on a business trip, it was the perfect opportunity."When do you want us to make a move?" the person on the line asked."Tonight. We'll exchange the child for the money," Clark replied.After hanging up, Clark got up and poured himself a glass of red wine, smiling to himself. Soon, Damon would be begging to hand over his shares....As evening approached, Nyla finalized a list of potential houses to visit in person the next morning.Finally pulling her gaze from the computer, Nyla saw Mason walk over and hug her arm. "Mommy, I'm hungry."Nyla glanced at the clock and realized it was already past 6:00 p.m."I'm sorry, Buddy! I got so caught up that I lost track of time. I'll have someone bring us dinner right away," she said.She ordere
When Nyla regained consciousness, she found her hands and feet bound. She was lying on a bed, and Mason was nowhere to be seen.From the room's layout and decor, she realized she was in a bedroom. It felt strangely familiar.Frowning in confusion, she barely had time to think before the door swung open, and a man in a suit walked in.Nyla's bewilderment turned to rage as she recognized him."Clark, you kidnapped me and Buddy? Where is he?! If anything happens to him, I swear I won't let you off, and neither will Damon!" she thundered.Clark narrowed his eyes and sat beside the bed, gazing at her with an unsettling affection. "Nyla, after so many years apart, we finally have the chance to talk. Let's not bring up those party poopers.""Where is Buddy?!" Nyla demanded, her eyes blazing with anger and disgust. "I'm asking you, where is he?!""Don't worry. He's safe—for now, at least," Clark replied."Why are you doing this? Are you crazy?" Nyla questioned, her voice sharp.Clark