Trading My Ex for His Uncle (Nyla and Damon) novel Chapter 1328

For the next few years, Emerald would likely be too consumed with internal struggles to trouble Damon and Nyla.

Nyla lowered her gaze. "Either way, what happens in Meristate no longer concerns us. I just want our family to stay together."

"Mm," Damon murmured in agreement.

…

Over the next few days, Brandon focused solely on suppressing the online accusations of ingratitude. He worked late into the night, desperately trying to contain the fallout.

Jayden stormed into Brandon's office, noticing that Brandon seemed more concerned with the company's reputation than visiting Michelle.

"Brandon, have you lost your mind over Valarie? You need to see Michelle today, no matter what!" Jayden demanded.

Brandon's expression remained cold. "I already told you, I'm not going. I'm busy. Please leave."

Jayden's face darkened as he grabbed the file from Brandon's hands. "Are you really willing to throw away our friendship over a woman?"

"She's not just any woman—she's my girlfriend. The woman I love," Brandon replied.

Jayden pressed, "And what about our years of friendship? What does that mean to you?"

Brandon met his gaze steadily. "I value our friendship, but if you're forcing me to choose, you won't like my answer."

Jayden let out a sharp laugh. "No one forced you! You chose Valarie!"

"Yes, I did. Just like you chose Michelle over me," Brandon shot back.

The office fell silent. Neither of them spoke.

After a long pause, Jayden finally said, "Fine. You don't have to like Michelle. No one expects you to return her feelings. But she saved you. Visiting her in the hospital is the least you can do."

"I promised Valarie I wouldn't see Michelle for a month," Brandon explained.

Michelle pressed her lips together and let out a bitter laugh. "I see... I never really expected him to come anyway."

Seeing her on the verge of tears, Jayden softened his tone. "Don't be too upset. Even if he's not here, you still have me… and Yale, and Nolan..."

She nodded, but deep down, none of them were Brandon.

…

It wasn't long before several shareholders arrived at Brandon's office.

"Mr. Sumner, the negative press from the Gilmour Group's online campaign is seriously damaging the company's image. It's been days. What's your plan?"

"Yeah, if you can't suppress it, at least issue a public apology. Or better yet, resign as CEO!"

"Several business partners have already reached out, asking about the situation. If this continues, we might start losing contracts."