You’re Not Welcomed Here

Nicole was suspicious of Clayton’s deceitful blather. She was not someone who could be coaxed with mere words. Clayton met her gaze and said frankly, ”Less than a year… But every day since I met you, I’ve been very happy to find out that you’re single. Nicole, let’s start anew. My name is Clayton Sloan. I was widowed three years ago, and I have a son.” He lowered his eyes and smiled a little self -deprecatingly. “I know that sounds like poor conditions, but I have a lot of money. I’m not quite sure on the exact amount, but if you want to know, I can get someone to tally it up, but it may take a little longer because I can’t remember all the assets that I have. Also…” Clayton paused for a moment. He looked serious, and his warm gaze seemed to glow. “Michael is actually my late brother’s son. Due to certain religious beliefs and traditions, I had no choice but to marry Michael’s mother so that her family would agree to her giving birth to Michael.” Nicole stiffened. She suddenly did not know what to say. His self-deprecating look earlier made her feel a little loss for words. This secret also made her heavy-hearted. No one probably knew about this secret, yet Clayton opened up to her about this. Nicole’s heart ached for Michael. Her mood was very complicated. Clayton continued, “I’m only telling you about this because this is my biggest secret. Don’t feel burdened by it. I originally intended to wait for Michael to get older before telling him about this” Nicole pursed her lips. She seemed to have inadvertently touched Clayton’s sadness. “I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to probe.” After finding out about this, Nicole could not bring herself to be happy. Clayton seemed to reveal everything about himself with full sincerity, but what about her? Nicole was not at all ready to start a new relationship. Clayton’s smile was gentle and humble. ”Well, I just want you to get to know me a little more. I don’t want you to think that I’m only infatuated by your beauty.” Nicole gradually relaxed. After a while, Nicole went to the bathroom. Not far away, Keith and Colton were staring at the couple’s movements. They seemed so cordial, and their stunning looks made them seem like a good match. Keith looked at his phone anxiously. There was still no response. He had sent Eric a message earlier, but Eric did not react. Was Eric on the way here to kill someone? Keith and Colton could not wait any longer. They took advantage of Nicole’s absence and walked over to Clayton. “Mr. Sloan?” Clayton raised an eyebrow and nodded at Clayton raised an e row and nodded at the two strangers in front of him. “Mr. Sloan, I’m Keith Ludwig from the Ludwig Corporation, and this is Colton White from White Corporation. It’s a pleasure to meet you.” Keith felt that although Clayton maintained a modest and decent smile, there was something about Clayton that was so similar to Eric. The only difference was that this feeling was more intense and obvious with Eric, while it seemed deliberately hidden with Clayton. Keith subconsciously looked wary but thinking about his best friend Eric that was going crazy because of Nicole, he had to help somehow. “Hello.” Keith nonchalantly sat next to Clayton and pretended to be puzzled. “If I’m not mistaken, the one sitting here just now was Nicole Stanton?” Clayton’s eyes darkened as he smiled and nodded his head. Keith couldn’t wait to speak: "Ms Stanton is very close to you? Also right, Ms Stanton has a good relationship with Miles, Fabian and some showbiz fresh meat...." Clayton nodded in agreement: "Yes, she and that Miles is definitely not simple." His eyes flashed and the smile at the corner of his mouth deepened. "What exactly are you trying to say Mr. Ludwig and Mr. White." Keith sighed, " You just returned to Mediana, don’t think that she treats you better just because she sees you. We are afraid that your feelings would be hurt, that’s why we are just reminding you, the person Nicole really likes is Eric. When they are not divorced, Nicole was so humble and passionate. This is the real love. The two people are now at odds, but there will always be a day of reconciliation. You see she recently found Xander. Don’t you think she’s just looking for a substitute."