**Through Unseen Doors We Step Into Untold Worlds Beyond**
by Sage Hunter Lane 166
Nyla felt her heart seize in her chest as Jordyn’s voice pierced through the heavy atmosphere. The moment hung in the air, thick with tension.
“Jordyn, I’ve made myself clear on this matter. I have absolutely no desire to marry you. And what gives you the audacity to bring a gift for my grandmother? Do you think I’m keeping you as some sort of hidden mistress?” Clark’s tone was sharp, filled with indignation.
A brief silence enveloped them, thick and uncomfortable, before Jordyn’s voice quivered in response, betraying her vulnerability. “Clark… I’m not naïve enough to believe you would ever choose me. I merely intended to give your grandmother a gift to express my gratitude for your help in finding a kidney for my father…”
“Enough!” Clark’s voice sliced through the air, cold and merciless. “Jordyn, if you dare to utter another word about this, I promise you, there will be consequences!”
“Clark…” Jordyn’s plea was almost a whisper, a desperate attempt to reach him.
“Leave. Now!” His voice was thunderous, echoing with barely contained rage.
Jordyn’s eyes widened in fear. After a moment of hesitation, she murmured softly, “Clark… Please, don’t be angry. I’ll go right away…”
The sound of her high heels clicking against the floor gradually faded, marking her retreat. Moments later, Clark stormed out, his anger palpable in the air.
Nyla remained seated on the cool grass, her head bowed low, her form cloaked in the night’s shadows. It felt as though the darkness had enveloped her, a protective shroud that concealed her from the world.
After an indeterminate stretch of time, she finally lifted her gaze, her eyes glistening with a fierce derision. The pieces of the puzzle began to fall into place, and she understood why Clark had reacted so explosively when she had broached the subject of securing a kidney transplant for her father.
The kidney that was meant for Harrison had been handed over to Jordyn’s father. Clark had known full well that Harrison had been waiting for this crucial organ for two long years, yet he had so easily relinquished it. It was painfully clear: Nyla held no significance in his life.
The Sumner father and son had systematically dismantled her family’s business, schemed to thrust her into Damon’s bed, and now, Clark had shattered the trust in their relationship by offering the most vital thing in her life to his mistress’ father.
It was all so perfectly infuriating!
Nyla bit down hard on her lip, the metallic taste of blood flooding her mouth as she held it between her teeth, refusing to let it go. Initially, she had intended to gather evidence to file for divorce from Clark, but now, that plan seemed utterly foolish.
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