Chasing the Unexpected

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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 to say goodbye.

“Lydia, it’s not like that. Buddy and I are moving out, and Mr. Sumner agreed to it,” Nyla explained.

Lydia was taken aback. “How could that be…”

“It’s true. He told me before he left for a business trip yesterday. I’m really grateful for your kindness, and I’ll definitely come back to visit whenever I can,” Nyla promised.

Lydia’s eyes reddened at these words. Nyla’s promise to visit likely meant she wouldn’t return after leaving. She could tell Nyla wanted no further contact with Damon.

Wiping her eyes, Lydia said, “There’s another dish in the kitchen. I’ll go get it.”

Nyla felt a pang of sorrow at Lydia’s sadness, but she knew she couldn’t stay here forever. Leaving was only a matter of time.

After lunch, Nyla and Mason left on their own, declining the offer to have the driver take them.

Lydia watched the car fade into the distance, her eyes misting with reluctance.

Beside her, Maddie scoffed. “Finally gone! Looks like she didn’t succeed in seducing Mr. Sumner. Makes sense–he’d never fall for a scheming woman like her.”

“Maddie, shut up! Whether Mr. Sumner likes Ms. Kinsey or not, he’ll never look at you. Keep your useless thoughts to yourself!” Lydia chided.

Maddie pouted and turned away, falling silent.

Lydia ignored her and returned to the villa to tidy up Nyla’s room.

As soon as she stepped inside, she spotted a property deed, a set of keys, and a bank card lying on the

bed. She froze, uncertain what to do with these items, and quickly contacted Damon.

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Once Nyla settled into her hotel room, she received a call from Damon.

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Nyla lowered her gaze. “Mr. Sumner, I’ve thought it through. I don’t need your compensation–I can buy the villa myself. As for the bank card, there should be enough money in it to cover the losses incurred by Prospectus Technology during this time.” 1

After a moment of silence, Damon’s cold voice came through. “What do you mean by that? Are you planning to completely cut ties with me?”

“We don’t really have a relationship, do we? But don’t worry, you’ll always be Buddy’s father. If you want to see him, just call me anytime. I won’t stop you,” Nyla reassured.

As soon as her words fell, she heard the busy tone on the line. It seemed Damon was angry.

Nyla calmly tucked her phone away and opened her computer to browse for houses. Since they couldn’t leave Saintornia for the time being, she needed to consider buying a place.