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However, there was no sound for a long time even after the footsteps stopped.
Nicole had just felt that something was off when a familiar deep and soothing voice broke the silence.
"What are you looking at so intently?"
Nicole froze and turned to see Clayton’s tall body standing there.
"Why are you here?"
Clayton smiled gently. His eyebrows were slightly lowered, and his eyes carried a light warmth.
"Of course, it’s because I miss you, my girlfriend."
He stood there with his arms open and gave her a look. Nicole stiffened for a moment. ’Did he want to hug me?’ This kind of action was simply too obvious.
Nicole was already used to Clayton breaking the boundaries time after time.
She did not recoil every time he touched her, and he had a very pleasant fragrance of agarwood around him that was quite addicting.
Nicole gritted her teeth and silently walked over, then leaned stiffly in his arms.
The sound of laughter that emanated from his chest made her face redden abruptly.
It was burning.
She instantly wanted to run away, but his hands tightly wrapped around her waist to confine her in his embrace. It was gentle yet strong.
Clayton’s hands stopped on her lower back and looked in the direction she was staring at earlier.
His voice was raspy and light as he whispered in her ear. "It’s quite nice to look at…"
Nicole felt like a feather brushed the tip of her heart. A flash of electricity seemed to pass through her heart, making her numb for a moment.
There were hidden implications in his words, but Nicole could not assume that he was talking about her.
She struggled a little, and Clayton sensibly let go. Clayton knew he could not go too far.
He had enough sweetness for today.
Nicole turned around as if nothing happened and sat in the chair in front of the floor-to-ceiling window.
"Why didn’t you bring Lil Michael with you?"
Clayton’s warm face instantly appeared a little aggrieved.
"I didn’t want him to disturb us, so I got the nanny and bodyguard to study with him in the library until the evening. I didn’t expect you to miss him so much."
Nicole pursed her lips and gestured to the chair across from her.
Clayton walked over and sat down. The sunlight spread over his body, carving a deep and meaningful shadow around him.
His long legs curled up. His profile was handsome, and his facial features were warm and quiet without the slightest
hint of aggressiveness.
At that moment, his eyes were looking deeply at Nicole opposite him. The corners of his lips curled into a smile.
Nicole avoided his gaze and paused.
"You’re really good at scheming against children!" Clayton laughed. "Boys, y’know? You can’t spoil them."
The moment Michael was spoiled, he would run to Nicole’s side. Clayton could not stand it.
Nicole suddenly remembered about Isaac. "By the way, I forgot to tell you. Isaac came here."
Clayton was not surprised. It was as if he had expected it.
"I know." "You know?"
Clayton nodded. A trace of coldness flashed in his eyes.
"How would he give up that easily? He must be impatient to persuade you to agree with him. That way, he can completely trample me underfoot and make a joke out of me."
Nicole opened her mouth. Her expression was somewhat conflicted.
She wanted to ask but did not know whether or not she should.
Clayton noticed her expression and smiled. "What else did he say?"
Nicole shook her head. "He just talked about your father dying. Are you sure you don’t want to go back and visit him?"
After all, if it turned out to be true, Clayton might regret it for the rest of his life.
Clayton lowered his gaze, hiding the coldness that was about to erupt from the bottom of his eyes.
”No. From the moment I left the Sloan family, his life or death is no longer my concern.”
His tone was forced as if he was desperately trying to suppress something.
Nicole watched him silently for a few seconds, smiled, and said nothing at all.
’Forget it. It was better not to ask. It didn’t seem to be a happy experience.’
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There was a moment of silence.
Clayton suddenly lifted his head. His smile was warm and light as usual.
"I heard that Mr. Ferguson sent you flowers.”
Nicole’s hand that was holding the cup faintly stiffened. ’He knew about that?’
Nicole really wondered if he planted some kind of spy around her.
She blinked. ”He told Mitchell to send it over. I gave it to Logan.”
This was so she could save a lot of trouble.
Clayton smiled, clearly understanding what she meant. ”Won’t Logan have a headache?”
Nicole shrugged her shoulders helplessly.
She did not want to kick up a fuss with Eric over some flowers.
It was not easy for everyone to be at peace with each other. Clayton paused and looked at her with warm eyes.
”Don’t worry, I’ll go talk to him. There’s no reason to let you stand in front of me to protect me.”
In fact, ever since they got together, it was always Nicole who stepped in to deal with Eric.
Perhaps Nicole did not feel anything wrong with it and thought that this was something she should do.
However, Clayton thought differently.
It was because this was exactly what Eric wanted.
If Clayton kept hiding behind Nicole, Eric would only look down on him more.
Clayton understood that Eric had been waiting to confront him.
However, Nicole did not think so.
"What do you have to say to him? It’s none of his business
that we’re together.”
It was her freedom to do so. She had said it countless times.
Clayton said, ”I have to go show off to him so that he dies from anger…”
Nicole was speechless.
She did not think that Clayton was that kind of person.
The two of them chatted and laughed together for a long time. Logan even helped them to order their dinner.
It was Logan’s first time seeing a couple who dated in the office.
It was truly incomprehensible!
Lil Michael slept in the library and could not stand it anymore after waking up, so he called Clayton and asked his father to pick him up.
Clayton had no choice but to agree.
He picked up his jacket. His posture was cold and elegant as he looked back at Nicole.
"Do you want to come along?”
Nicole shook her head. "My dad is cooking tonight, so I’m going back to the mansion."
Clayton nodded in disappointment and said with a very regretful tone, "I won’t be able to see you for a few dozen hours. Just thinking about it makes me sad…" 3
"Then why don’t you come along?" Nicole looked at him jokingly.
Clayton thought about it seriously before looking at her. " Can I?”
Nicole’s smile faded. She was joking, but he took it seriously instead.
If she brought Clayton back, that meant that she wanted to get married.
However, she did not want to touch on marriage for the time being.
Looking at Nicole’s conflicted expression, Clayton smiled.
"I’m afraid I can’t today. I’ll be kicked out if I go empty-
handed."
She let out a sigh of relief. "Next time, then. Bye!"
Nicole had already started waving without waiting for Clayton’s response.
She really was a girl who did not hide her feelings.
With her straightforward personality, how much effort did the Stanton family put in to make her sit in this position?
Clayton bowed his head with a smile and turned around to leave.
Instead of going to the library, his car went in the opposite direction.
Ferguson Corporation.
Although it was almost time to get off work, a person in a high position like Eric would not leave on time.
Time was money.
When Mitchell saw Clayton appear, he was truly shocked for a moment.
”Mitchell, right? Could you please help me ask if Mr. Ferguson is available?”
Mitchell knew that Eric was in a video conference and did not like to be disturbed by others.
However, Clayton’s identity could not be equated with ordinary people.
That was without mentioning how wealthy Clayton was. Even if Eric put in a lot of effort and wanted to cooperate with Clayton, he might not succeed.
Moreover, Clayton was now Nicole’s boyfriend!
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Faced with Clayton’s courteous inquiry, Mitchell nodded and said politely, "Please wait a moment…"
Then, Mitchell knocked on Eric’s office door and went in.
Eric’s expression was cold and solemn as he stared at the screen, listening to the report the person on the other side was giving.
Eric was very unhappy that he was disturbed. His eyes coldly swept over Mitchell.
Mitchell pursed his lips at the cold air around him and mouthed a name. "Clayton Sloan."
In an instant, Eric’s pupils shrank.
Eric simply spoke in French and ended the video conference before shutting down his computer.
"Speak."
Mitchell sighed in relief. "Mr. Sloan is here. He asked if you were available."
If it were someone else, Mitchell would have probably let them wait until Eric finished the meeting.
However, Clayton was different. This method did not work on him. If they made Clayton wait for just a minute, he might find an excuse and leave.
Eric’s eyes were cold and dark.
He reached out for the cigarette case on the table and lit one up.
His posture was cold as he bit on the cigarette. He said, " Let him in."
Mitchell nodded and went out. ’Mr. Ferguson’s smoking habit is getting worse recently…’
Clayton had always been warm and modest. No matter what kind of person he was facing, he would always be polite, gentle, and calm to an extreme degree.
Thus, when Clayton saw Eric sitting there with hawk-like eyes as if Eric wanted to tear him apart and drink his blood, Clayton remained unmoved and simply smiled.
"Mr. Ferguson, it’s been a long time."
The first button on Eric’s collar was loose, and his body was covered with an unrestrained and wicked chill.
Eric chuckled softly and extinguished the cigarette in his hand.
His voice was cold. "I didn’t think you’d dare to come and see me."
Eric wanted to kill him from the first time Clayton approached Nicole.
It was a bit regrettable that Eric did not get his way. However, it did not mean that he gave up.
Clayton’s face was calm and carried a faint and detached smile as if it was a mask that he had always worn that he could no longer take off.
He walked to the seat opposite of Eric and sat down. He moved gracefully to unbutton the button on his chest, his clear and elegant face devoid of any fear.
"I’m here to convey my girlfriend’s thoughts on her behalf. Please stop doing things like sending flowers or gifts, lest others misunderstand and cause embarrassment for each other."
Clayton said this smoothly. His gaze locked onto Eric’s fierce eyes.
"On whose behalf?"
There was an unbelievable coldness in Eric’s voice.
It was as if Eric would not hesitate to send the person opposite him to hell if Clayton spoke the wrong words next.
The atmosphere stagnated and turned cold. The room was incredibly cold.
Clayton calmly met Eric’s gaze. His face was still calm and gentle, but his aura had enough indifference to compete with Eric.
"My girlfriend."
Clayton said each word clearly. He would not have taken the opportunity to come here if he were afraid.
He smiled faintly. "Don’t tell me you still haven’t accepted reality yet. Right now, Nicole has nothing to do with you. She’s my girlfriend."
No matter how dark the person opposite him was, Clayton did not reveal a hint of fear.
Eric’s aura suddenly grew gloomy and cold. His dark eyes were glaring at this damned Clayton Sloan.
Eric’s fist suddenly smashed on the table in front of him. The veins on his arm bulged as his aura sank.
Eric’s voice was cold and chilly.
"Do you really think that I won’t dare to touch you?"
Eric knew now that Clayton had a close relationship with the Sloan family in Liberty.
He knew that he could not find out Clayton’s real background and strength.
However, if it was in his territory, it was easy to make a person disappear without a sound…
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The atmosphere between the two men was extremely cold and hard. It could even be said to be explosive.
Clayton’s smile faded.
"You, touch me? Will Nicole take that lying down?"
Nicole had almost fallen out with Eric during the previous mess on the internet the last time.
Eric’s dark eyes fiercely shrunk, cold and hostile.
Clayton said, "I know that Isaac came to you. He must have told you a lot about me, right?"
Eric suddenly sneered. "So, you came here because of that?"
He suddenly understood.
Isaac had indeed come to him.
The Sloan family was a fat piece of meat that anyone could take advantage of. Who would not have eyes for it?
Eric was originally still afraid of the Sloan family’s power, but Isaac’s head was empty. He was completely different from the shrewd and capable Clayton.
Since Isaac was willing to take the initiative to send himself to Eric’s door, Eric would certainly not give up this opportunity.
Eric managed to fool Isaac with just a few words. He really did not understand how a person like that managed to sit in this position.
Isaac was brainless but ruthless enough. Simply put, Isaac knew how to act.
He was good at pretending to be what he was not.
Eric’s cold and sullen eyes looked at Clayton. The corners of his mouth curled into a cold smile.
"Are you afraid that I’ll tell Nicole that you killed your own mother? Are you afraid that others will know you’ve been thinking about your sister-in-law? Are you afraid that you can no longer hide your ugly true colors?"
Eric snorted. The mockery under his eyes was cold.
Clayton’s face tightened for a moment before he laughed. ” He told you quite a lot."
"There’s more. You also pushed your father down the stairs, which made him paralyzed. That’s why you were kicked out of the Sloan family. From then on, you have no right to the Sloan family’s inheritance. Mr. Sloan, I really couldn’t tell. How are you able to act as if nothing happened?"
When Eric found out about these matters, the first thing he felt was that Nicole had been deceived by Clayton.
Eric wanted nothing more than to rush over and tell her about Clayton’s true colors.
However, Toto said that it was not the right time.
The people Eric sent to investigate were unable to find out about this. The Sloan family’s mouths were sealed shut.
However, just by using a few tricks on that idiot Isaac, he spilled everything.
Clayton’s eyes lowered, and his long eyelashes cast a faint shadow, covering up the emotions in his eyes.
However, his hands as he sat there interlocked and clenched up involuntarily.
"Mr. Ferguson, since you have so much dirt on me, why didn’t you go and tell Nicole?"
His tone was light and breezy.
Eric’s expression sank slightly. His eyes seemed to be dipped in ink.
It was so dark that the bottom was indiscernible.
Clayton smiled. "Is it because you’re not sure if it’s true or not? I didn’t expect my image to be so positive in your heart, Mr. Ferguson…"
If it were someone else, they would have exposed it impatiently.
"It’s because I don’t want Nicole to get hurt. Clayton Sloan, you’d better stay away from her, or I’ll tell her everything."
Eric threatened in a cold voice.
Clayton reached out and rubbed his temples, smiling. "So, that’s how it is."
It seemed like Eric really had good intentions for Nicole.
Clayton raised his eyes and looked at Eric with clear and cold eyes.
"Mr. Ferguson, I don’t care what kind of deal you made with Isaac, but I suggest that you don’t tell him that I’m with Nicole."
Eric’s eyes sank, and his tone was extremely cold. "Why should I listen to you?"
"I’m just reminding you that Isaac is the best at pretending to be weak."
Clayton smiled. "Mr. Ferguson, the Sloan family is too complicated, so don’t drag Nicole into this. I believe you have concerns as well, right?"
Eric’s expression was gloomy as he snorted coldly.
“Nicole is just confused for now. She’ll regret it in the future. It’s short-lived, so I won’t let anyone know that she made a mistake.”
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Clayton raised his eyebrows. There was a hint of coldness in his smile.
However, Clayton was relieved. Since he achieved his goal, it was time to leave.
Clayton slowly stood up and spoke with an irritating tone.
"I should be going now, Mr. Ferguson. Nicole will be worried if I stay any longer."
Clayton ignored Eric’s murderous gaze and stood up. He smiled faintly at Eric.
Eric was clearly provoked by the words. His eyes twitched fiercely and carried a scarlet killing intent.
This damned Clayton Sloan was always challenging Eric’s limits time and time again.
The next second, Eric could no longer hold back. The blood in his body surged as his anger reached an extreme point.
Abruptly, Eric crossed the table, grabbed Clayton’s collar, and yanked him forward, then swung a fist at him.
"Just you wait, Clayton. I won’t let you off easily!"
The corner of Clayton’s mouth was bleeding, and half of his face was bruised, painting his gentle and scholarly face with color. It was particularly eye-catching.
Clayton reached out and gently wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth before smiling at Eric.
He did not look angry, nor did he plan to fight back. It was as if a little injury was to be expected.
"Goodbye, Mr. Ferguson."
He gave Eric a look and turned around to leave the office where the air was extremely cold.
There was a violent movement behind him as if something shattered.
Clayton remembered the valuable ornament on the desk and secretly lamented its destruction…
Mitchell looked at Clayton coming out calmly with a bruised nose and a smile seemingly on his face.
He was instantly a little puzzled. ’Why is Clayton so happy after being beaten up?’
Suddenly, a phrase flashed in his mind.
’Was Clayton trying to use his injury to gain sympathy?’ In Stanton Mansion.
Nicole froze the moment she returned to the mansion.
Aida was here.
Kai, who often disappeared, obediently followed the butler around like a punching bag.
Floyd greeted Nicole when she entered. "What took you so long to come back?"
Everyone laughed and looked at her. Nicole felt baffled, but she still greeted Aida enthusiastically.
She said awkwardIy and politely, "Why didn’t you tell me that Aida was coming? I came back empty-handed…"
Aida smiled gently. "Don’t be so courteous. I didn’t come here to receive gifts."
Grant patted her shoulder dotingly and looked at Nicole. "
Don’t worry. Let Kai give her something on your behalf." Kai came out of the kitchen wearing an apron.
"Where are all your manners?"
They really took advantage of Kai regardless of time and place.
Nicole laughed and nodded in approval.
’that’s great! Third Brother doesn’t have the power to refuse.”
Kai rolled his eyes and went back to the kitchen.
It was not a good idea to fight against them when it was one against four.
Nicole sat next to Floyd and saw him smiling very gently and affectionately at Aida. She subconsciously felt that Aida was suddenly a lot more affectionate.
Floyd was still acting the part of the family head, but his face when he looked at Aida seemed to bloom into a smile.
It was clear how satisfied he was with this daughter-in-law-to-be.
Floyd looked at Nicole and spoke with a smile.
"Your big brother and Aida decided to get engaged, so I called you all back to ask your opinion."
Nicole was stunned for a moment and looked at them. " Really?"
Grant nodded.
Aida also nodded with a smile that hid a moment of shyness. Her smile was gentle and beautiful, and it was impossible to find any flaws in it.
"Congratulations! What other opinion do you need? Why not just get married?”
Nicole raised her eyebrows and looked at Grant with a smile.
What a joyous piece of news!
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It had not been easy for the two of them to come this far together. Putting aside the matter with Yvette, Grant and Aida were the ideal couple. They were well-matched in every aspect.
Nicole was Grant’s sister, so the first thing she thought about was Grant’s views.
If Grant was happy, Nicole was all for it!
Grant looked at Aida helplessly. It seemed like the engagement was Aida’s idea.
Floyd agreed with Nicole’s words. "That’s right. I also think that it’s better to get married straight away. It’s been a long time since there’s been a wedding in the family. If you get married straight, you can have it however you want. Make it as grand as you’d like. I’ll pay for it!"
Floyd patted his chest as he spoke.
Aida lowered her head and smiled. Her eyebrows arched in slight embarrassment.
"We’re not in a rush to get married since I still have a lot of work on my hands. There’s a lot of work to put into a wedding, and I’m afraid that I can’t make time for it. It won’t be too late to talk about marriage again after some time passes and I’m able to put my work aside."
Aida explained in a gentle voice. Her mannerisms were decent and comfortable. She really was like a spring breeze.
It was no wonder Grant kept looking at her like he was infatuated. He never looked at other women with such eyes.
Perhaps this was destiny.
Floyd frowned and was just about to say something.
Nicole smiled and took Floyd’s arm, speaking up for Aida.
"Dad, don’t listen to Aida. It’s probably because Grant is too busy now. How will I be able to handle the company affairs alone? Besides, I have to focus on several projects, and I rely on Grant to support me. I don’t want to delay Grant’s marriage, but I can’t help it…"
Aida used herself as the reason why they did not get married immediately. If she continued like this, Floyd would definitely find various reasons to persuade her.
Nicole did not think that marriage was that attractive, so she spoke up for Aida.
Aida smiled gratefully at her. Grant coughed and played along.
"That’s right. Lil N has to work overtime, but I think she isn’t attentive enough, so it’s better to let her live in the office…"
Nicole was speechless. ’Is he even my brother?!’
Floyd clicked his tongue as his attitude immediately changed.
He glared at Grant fiercely.
"Don’t even think about it! How could you say that? Are you trying to make your sister die of exhaustion? I didn’t even tell you to live in the office when you first took over! What’s the rush in marrying? Just get engaged!"
When it came to his darling daughter, Floyd would lose his stance for no good reason.
Grant touched his nose and looked at Aida aggrievedly.
Nicole did not miss that look. ’Haha! Who knew that Grant would end up like this one day?’
Aida’s parents were gone, and the other relatives had thrown stones at them when they were in distress, so Aida had long since cut off contact with them.
In other words, the engagement between Aida and Grant was completely up to the Stanton family.
The date was set for the beginning of next month.
Kai finished working in the kitchen and came out with dessert.
When he heard that, Kai said, ”I’d like to get married straight away…”
Grant smoothly continued, ”But you don’t have a girlfriend.”
Aida could not help but laugh.
Kai glared at him and looked at Nicole.
”If Lil N put in more effort, I’d have kids by now!”
Floyd threw the cushion beside him at Kai in anger. "Watch your words!”
Nicole laughed and raised her brows. ”I told you that you can’t be hasty!”
”She has so many male models around her, seducing her all day long. How can I not be hasty?”
Kai retorted.
”I’m helping you keep an eye on her…”
Nicole spoke softly and smiled a little guiltily.
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Nicole naturally knew that there were no emotional developments with Julie and that Julie was conflicted about whether or not to accept Kai’s goodwill.
Nicole advised Julie to calm down and think about it before deciding.
However, she did not dare to say this to Kai.
Kai scoffed. ”That’s more like it. Aida, if you have any celebrities that you like, I can invite them to the engagement ceremony. Consider it my congratulatory gift
In the entertainment industry, Kai was a steady big boss. Aida looked up in surprise and spoke without hesitation. "Really? Fabian! I like Fabian!"
’Oh? That young idol?’ Nicole subconsciously looked up and saw Aida with stars in her eyes as she clasped her hands.
"Little Fabian is just too adorable. I want him to come. Is that possible?"
Kai gave a wicked smile and looked unconcerned. "Of course…"
The moment Kai looked up, he saw Grant’s warning look, so he instantly took back his words.
"Of course… not!"
Aida’s starry eyes dimmed for a moment. "Is it difficult?"
With Kai’s position, there should not be a problem in inviting a popular young idol, right?
Kai smiled sheepishly.
"I heard that Fabian was taken under the wing of a famous director and will be training for two months. He’s not allowed to take time off."
Aida sighed. Her beautiful and gentle face was filled with disappointment.
"That’s such a shame. Could you help me tell Fabian to work hard on the film? I’ll support him forever and wait for him to grow up…"
Wait for him to grow up?
Kai and Nicole exchanged a glance. Why did that sound slightly dangerous?
They felt the air in the room cool down.
Floyd did not want to get involved in this and stood up while covering his head, acting like he wanted to leave.
"My head hurts. I’ll go upstairs and rest for a while."
He really could not handle the topics young people talked about.
Grant smiled dangerously.
"Wait for him to grow up? Is he better than me?"
Aida froze.
"It was just a figure of speech…"
Nicole and Kai both stood up in unison, intending to get away from this place.
However, before they could get far, they heard Grant start to smear dirt on Fabian extremely patiently.
”That young man got to the top by sleeping with a bunch of bigwigs, both men and women. He looks simple and bright on the surface, but that’s just a persona. You can’t be fooled by appearances, understand?”
"Really…?"
Nicole’s footsteps stalled. She really could not look her eldest brother straight in the eye.
His possessiveness was too strong.
Lies came out of his mouth the moment he opened it. Was it really good to say that about a young man?
Kai muttered, "How did he know? I thought I hid it quite well
Nicole looked at him in shock. "It’s true?"
Kai said, "Didn’t you have a scandal with him? You didn’t
know?"
He thought that she knew.
In reality, Nicole did not know anything.
She even instructed Dominic to give more resources to this kind and simple young man.
Kai pouted when he saw Nicole’s confused look.
"News about that spread a long time ago, but maybe it didn’t reach your ears. Maybe it just couldn’t be spread to you. After all, you’re one of those ’bigwigs’…"
Nicole was speechless. Her worldview was shaken.
Nicole really had to use one night to slowly digest this sudden gossip.
She could not look at people with her eyes closed in the future.
Early the next morning.
Early spring was about to pass, and the weather was gradually warming up.
Nicole went to the office from the mansion. She was busy the whole day.
When she finally had some free time, she looked at her quiet phone and felt a little unused to it.
This strange feeling popped up as she seemed to realize something.
Clayton did not contact her the whole day.
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Since they established their relationship, Clayton constantly contacted Nicole.
Clayton told her to eat well, to remember to rest, to drink less coffee…
Sometimes, when Nicole saw them, she would reply. However, when she was busy, she would simply ignore them.
Despite that, Clayton never got angry. He sent messages almost once every five minutes.
Somewhere along the line, she had gotten used to it. Nicole frowned when she looked at the quiet phone.
When she opened up their chatlog, she saw that their conversations always started because he initiated them.
She typed a few words into the chatbox. ”Are you busy…”
Thinking about it, she deleted it. It was better to call directly.
A few seconds later, the call was answered.
”Pretty Lady, I missed you so much…” It was sweet Lil Michael!
Nicole smiled. ”I missed you too. Why did you answer the phone? Where’s your daddy?”
Lil Michael grunted and spoke hesitantly.
"Daddy got beaten up and has a fever now. He’s gonna die!” Nicole was shocked and paused, thinking she misheard.
"He was beaten up?"
Lil Michael said, "Mhmm… He was beaten up so badly that h e almost stopped breathing!"
Nicole’s heart thumped. It was no wonder Clayton did not contact her all day.
She immediately panicked and blamed herself for not asking about his condition earlier.
"Are you guys at home? I’ll come over right now…"
"Sure, Pretty Lady. Hurry up and take me away. If Daddy dies, can I live with you?"
Lil Michael thought about this problem very seriously. ’ Although I’ll be very sad if Daddy dies, if I can live with the Pretty Lady in the future, it doesn’t seem so bad anymore…’
The "weak" Clayton lying on the bed heard every word Lil Michael said clearly.
The veins at the corners of Clayton’s forehead jumped, but he endured it to make himself calm down.
Clayton had always practiced the modern way of parenting with Michael, following the concept of being friends with the child.
At that moment, Clayton could not help but curse the boy in his heart several times. He suddenly felt like disciplining children with the rod was the true way to go!
Nicole heard the word "die", and her heart panicked.
She did not have time to think about anything else and ran out in a hurry with her cell phone.
Logan saw how panicked she was and felt that she should not drive in her current state, so he stopped her and contacted her driver.
Nicole’s mind was blank until she finally returned to her apartment building.
At Clayton’s apartment, she knew his password, so she opened the door and went straight in.
In the bedroom.
Lil Michael sat next to Clayton and tried to stuff a pill into Clayton’s mouth, but he was unsuccessful no matter how he tried.
Nicole took a few steps over and could not hide the worry in her eyes.
She frowned at the man lying there. His face was weak and pale, and his lips looked completely devoid of blood.
Most alarmingly, the right side of his face was slightly swollen and dark red. It was a bruise from a punch, and there were also a few traces of blood that had not been cleaned up at the corner of his mouth.
It was very shocking.
Clayton had always been a nice and gentle person as if a gust of wind could blow him away.
Nicole’s heart suddenly throbbed. She stopped Lil Michael’s hand from continuing to stuff medicine into Clayton’s mouth.
It was clear that his lips had been tortured beyond recognition.
Lil Michael looked at her in surprise, and Nicole made a gesture for him to stay quiet. 1
Then, she stroked Lil Michael’s head. "Go wait outside. I’ll check on your daddy."
Lil Michael hesitated for a moment before agreeing to it.
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Only the two of them were left in the room, but Nicole could barely hear Clayton’s breathing.
Nicole pursed her lips. For some reason, she felt her nose sting.
She reached out to touch Clayton’s forehead and found that it was indeed burning up.
Just as she was about to retract her hand, a hand suddenly pulled hers.
Nicole jumped.
His large hand was hot, just like his body temperature.
Nicole could not care about that and hurriedIy went up to him. ’You’re awake?”
Her voice was tinged with caution as if she was afraid of startling him.
Clayton opened his dry mouth. His voice was as coarse as sandpaper.
"Why are you here?"
Nicole’s eyes reddened, too embarrassed to say that she only remembered to come because he had not contacted her.
She pursed her lips. "I called your phone, but Lil Michael picked up and said that you had a fever…"
The corners of Clayton’s mouth pulled into a weak smile as he comforted her.
"It’s fine. I’m sorry I made you worry, but… I’m really happy that you came to see me."
"I’ll call the doctor to come over. Don’t worry." Nicole comforted him.
Clayton smiled and did not stop her.
He turned around, and Nicole watched as he closed his eyes like he did not even have the strength to open them.
Even if her heart already had an answer, she still asked him. "Who hit you?"
Clayton struggled to open his eyes. His gaze was warm as he comforted her.
"It’s okay. He didn’t mean it. It was just a fit of anger…"
"Does anger make it fine to hit others? You’re not a punching bag! Who was it?"
Clayton looked very conflicted as he hesitated.
Nicole stood up. "How many enemies do you have here? It’s either Isaac or Eric. I’ll ask them both…"
Clayton hurriedly pulled her wrist.
"Nicole…"
His voice was hoarse and weak with illness.
"Mr. Ferguson already held back. I’m fine…"
Nicole’s body trembled slightly. Anger filled every pore of her body all of a sudden.
"What gave him the right to hit you? He’s really crazy!"
Did Eric lose even that shred of decency?
Clayton’s eyes flashed faintly as he smiled. "I’m very happy that you’re worried about me, but I was the one who took the initiative to find him. He never liked me in the first place, so I was prepared to get beaten up."
He spoke too much at once and suddenly coughed dryly. Nicole hurriedly helped him up and patted his back.
"Why did you go to him?"
Clayton said, "Because I know that Isaac must have gone to him. I can’t let Isaac know that we’re together now."
Nicole frowned. "Why?"
Their relationship was not announced for the time being, and they did not want everyone to know about it.
However, it was fine even if others knew about it.
Clayton’s pale face smiled as a hint of coldness suddenly flashed across his face.
"Because he hates me, so he’ll definitely try to use you. You don’t know Isaac. You don’t know that he’s capable of doing all kinds of despicable and shameless things, so… I can’t take that risk."
For a moment, Nicole could not say anything.
She believed in Clayton’s words, but guilt also rose in her heart.
At the end of the day, Clayton had gotten hurt because of her.
She sighed. "Don’t worry about me. No one will dare to touch me on my territory."
However, Clayton was implicated and beaten up. Eric did not hold back his strength in this punch.
Clayton did not say anything. He naturally knew that Nicole would not understand Isaac’s ruthlessness. One could not speculate about abnormal people with the thought process of an ordinary person.
Nicole stood up and looked at her watch.
“The doctor should be here in a few minutes. I’ll get you some ice for your face.”
Clayton nodded and watched as she worriedIy began to work for him.
In an instant, a deep and faint smile appeared on his face.
It was worth it.
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Nicole went to the balcony and dialed Eric’s phone while waiting for the ice.
Eric was clearly very surprised when he picked up.
"Nicole? I was just about to call you. Our thoughts really
are connected…"
"Eric Ferguson, does it feel good to hit someone? Why didn’t you hit yourself twice to satisfy that urge?"
Nicole gritted her teeth and lowered her voice. ’Eric F*ckerson really deserves a scolding!’
Eric was silent for a few seconds before he spoke with a slightly cold voice. "He snitched on me?"
His tone was disdainful.
Nicole took a deep breath. "Did he have to? Anyone with eyes would be able to see it!"
Eric snorted coldly.
It was not even a fight. Clayton could not even endure one punch?
"I’m telling you, if you dare to make a move on the people around me again, I won’t let you off!"
Nicole threatened him. ’Did he think he’s the only one who could hit others? He’s too arrogant and conceited!’
She ruthlessly hung up the phone without waiting for Eric to explain.
Mitchell, who was standing next to Eric, heard the conversation clearly.
Sure enough, Clayton’s trip here was to use an injury to gain sympathy from Nicole. How could Eric be his match?
Someone outside rang the doorbell.
Nicole took a look. It was the Stanton family doctors, so she hurriedly opened the door to let them in.
It was a man and a woman. She was acquainted with them both.
"Ms. Stanton, where’s the patient?"
Nicole pointed at the bedroom, and the two walked in one after another.
She went back to the kitchen to get the ice.
Just as she wrapped it into a compress, the doctors came out.
"How is he?"
The male doctor said, "We just gave him medicine to bring his fever down, so it should take effect in an hour. As for the injuries on his face…"
The female doctor hesitated. ”I have some salve here. It’ll take at least two to three days for the traces to completely disappear.
Nicole sighed in relief. "Thank you."
She took the salve and sent the doctors away before going inside with the ice.
Clayton was already sitting there. He looked like he was a little breathless.
Nicole handed him the ice compress.
Clayton did not raise his hand. He looked at her deeply as his chin lifted slightly, indicating that he did not want to do it himself.
She immediately understood what he meant. Since he was sick, she did not refuse.
Nicole sat next to him. The calm and faint fragrance of the man wafted over, making her momentarily dazed.
She gently pressed the compress on his face, massaging the red and swollen part.
Her look turned into one of concentration.
She did not notice that the man’s gaze also kept falling on her face until her hand became sore and she wanted to switch hands.
Nicole looked at his bottomless dark eyes that seemed to contain a huge whirlpool that had a fatal centripetal force.
His shallow gaze seemed to hide an unfathomable storm. Inside that storm was the love he had for her.
Nicole was stunned for a moment and could not move her
eyes away.
It was as if a force was dragging her into his eyes.
Every emotion in his eyes was greedily but restrainedly written on his face and spelled out, "I want to eat you!"
As they locked eyes, he seemed to get closer and closer, and his handsome face was right in front of her.
Nicole’s breaths subconsciously grew shallow as her body stiffened.
Before she realized what he was going to do, he did not give her a chance to think, and a cool and crisp feeling landed on her lips.
Nicole froze in an instant like she was electrocuted. The bottom of her heart trembled.
The compress in her hand dropped to the ground, but she could not care less.
A pair of large arms curled around her thin waist. His arm was long enough to completely encircle her waist and he did not give her the opponunity to escape.
The man’s breathing gradually became heavy as his body heated up, which made Nicole’s chest burn up as well.