The Wrong Woman

Chapter 648

Nathan pressed another tender kiss on Mila's forehead. "I promise, I'll be careful," he whispered.

Duke and Layla, descending the stairs, caught this intimate exchange.

Layla's features tightened, a cloud of disapproval shadowing her face. She settled on the couch without acknowledging Jasper or greeting Gary and Florence. Her expression radiated disdain, as though nursing some grievance.

Quickly, Mila sat up straight, gently pulling away from Nathan's embrace. "Layla," she greeted with courtesy.

Duke followed behind, his smile warm and welcoming. "Nate, Chubs, you're back?"

"Yes, Duke," Nathan and Chubs replied almost simultaneously, returning his greeting.

Duke approached his parents, bending down to playfully tease Jasper, eliciting a smile.

Layla, however, shot a disdainful glance toward Mila.

there something wrong with your eyes, Layla?" Nathan asked, his tone

protective of your wife, aren't you? Can't

"Yes, I am. I expect a

between the two. Mila gently squeezed Nathan's hand and whispered, "It's okay, Nate. Let's not make

If you don't want

tone hardened. "Chubs has never done anything

leaned back defiantly. "So what? Do I need a reason

according to their son and daughter-in-law's wishes.

for his accommodating

less tolerant. "Are

the sofa with clenched

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