Trading My Ex for His Uncle (Nyla and Damon) novel Chapter 1258

"Alright. When I first met you, you said the same thing. I never thought you'd remain unchanged after all these years," Ross commented.

Damon didn't pursue the topic. Instead, he asked about Edward's condition.

"I got word from the hospital. His health is deteriorating, and he probably only has a month left. So, within this month, Emerald will do everything she can to remove anyone who opposes her," Ross answered.

"The more she does, the more evidence we gather," Damon replied.

"Yes, but the situation is still far from optimistic. Many in the Nixon family still support Emerald," Ross reminded him.

Damon smirked. "But she has one foolish son. Once word gets out that she traded the land in the south for Brian's sake, plenty of people will turn against her."

Those who supported her weren't doing so out of loyalty. The moment they realized she couldn't fulfill her promises, they'd be the first to abandon her.

When that happened, Emerald would find enemies everywhere, and her position as head of the Nixons would become unstable.

"Alright," Ross replied.

…

That evening at dinner, Brian was met with surprised stares from both Nyla and Delia when he sat down.

Delia, in particular, couldn't hide her disbelief. "Brian, what happened to your face? Did someone beat you up?"

Nyla glanced at him but quickly looked away, her expression cold.

She had little reaction to either Brian or Delia. As long as they didn't provoke her, she'd pretend they didn't exist.

Brian's face darkened. "It's none of your business."

Delia scoffed but said nothing more. It wasn't her getting beaten up, so she couldn't care less.

Emerald remained expressionless throughout the meal, as if she hadn't noticed anything.

Halfway through, she received a call and left in a hurry.