Chasing the Unexpected
CHAPTER 541

Chapter 541

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Oliver noticed the way Nyla’s ears reddened, sensing her shyness but choosing not to comment on it. He nodded. “Alright. I have a full day of meetings tomorrow. Let’s plan for dinner the day after.”

“That depends on whether I have to stay late for experiments,” Nyla replied.

“Okay, I know you’re busy. I’ll check in with you again the day after,” Oliver said easily.

As Nyla walked him to the door, Oliver hesitated before asking, “You don’t have to see me out, but… can I give you a hug?”

Xx

Before he even finished, she stepped forward and wrapped her arms around him.

Oliver froze, his eyes wide in disbelief. He had prepared himself for rejection, so her response caught him completely off guard.

After a moment of shock, joy surged through him. He gently returned the embrace, treating her like something fragile and precious.

“Nyla, I’m really happy you’re willing to respond to me,” he said, his voice unsteady.

Feeling the depth of his emotions, Nyla loosened her hold and replied sincerely, “Oliver, I’m willing to try

to get closer to you, so you don’t need to be so careful or worry about upsetting me.”

“Got it,” he said softly.

“Alright, y should head back now,” she urged.

Reluctantly, Oliver headed downstairs to his car, already toying with the idea of buying the unit across from Nyla’s. That way, he could see her and Mason every day.

After watching his car drive away, Nyla felt her heart racing. The sensation of hugging Oliver lingered, her thoughts spinning with the unfamiliar excitement.

In the CEO office of the Prospectus Technology branch, Damon worked late into the night.

The company had expanded rapidly in recent years, but many underlying issues still required attention. Now that the internal situation had stabilized, he could finally focus on addressing them one by one.

Suddenly, his phone buzzed on the desk, pulling him out of his thoughts. He glanced at the screen, recognized the caller, and set his pen down before answering.

“Damon, guess what my people saw today?” the party on the other end of the line asked.

“Get to the point. I’m busy,” Damon replied, his tone indifferent, betraying no emotion.

“Tsk, I knew you’d say that. Anyway, I won’t keep you in suspense. This evening, Spencer met with Oliver Raynor, the CEO of the Raynor Group,” the other party reported.

Damon frowned. “Are you sure?”

Prospectus Technology had no significant dealings with the Raynor Group, so why would Spencer meet with its CEO?

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When Prospectus Technology first entered the Capitarnia market, Damon had considered collaborating with the Raynor Group. However, the Raynor Group had not only refused but also poached several of Prospectus Technology’s projects.

Although Prospectus Technology eventually established itself in the city, it had come at a considerable cost, sowing hidden risks along the way.

In essence, the relationship between Prospectus Technology and the Raynor Group was more adversarial than cooperative. Spencer, as Damon’s secretary, had no reason to meet with Oliver privately.

“Absolutely sure. My people even took photos. I’ll send them to you shortly. Damon, a lot of people have their eyes on Prospectus Technology’s amusement park project in Capitarnia, and the Raynor Group is one of them. As your friend, I advise you to stay alert. You don’t want to be blindsided by betrayal from someone close to you,” the other party warned.

Damon’s gaze darkened, his voice cold. “Understood.”

He hung up, his frown deepening as he considered Spencer’s recent unusual behavior.

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