Chasing the Unexpected

Chapter 721

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If it were really going to come to blows, knowing Brody’s personality, he would probably just stand there and let Leon hit him, then call the police afterward.

Once the police were involved, there was no way Leon could stay on this project.

Seeing the concern in Nyla’s eyes, Ruby quickly reassured her, “No, I stopped him just in time. He’s calmed down now.”

Hearing that, Nyla finally let out a sigh of relief. “I’m glad you stopped him.”

After everything that happened last time, Leon had become much more composed, but Nyla still worried he might act impulsively because of her.

“What’s up with that photo anyway? I believe you, but anyone else who sees it could easily get the wrong idea,” Ruby asked.

After all, the photo clearly showed Damon holding Nyla’s hand.

Just as Nyla was about to respond, her phone suddenly rang.

Seeing it was Damon, she wasn’t surprised–he must’ve heard about the photo, too.

“I’m going to take this call real quick,” she said, moving away.

She walked over to the railing and answered. “Mr. Sumner, I’m guessing you’re calling about the photo.”

Damon’s steady voice came through. “Yes. I’ll take care of it. You don’t need to worry.”

“What are you planning to do?” Nyla asked.

Even though Damon had only grabbed her hand to stop her from getting him medicine, it was hard to explain it away.

“Just leave it to me,” Damon replied.

Since he didn’t seem willing to elaborate, Nyla didn’t press further.

After hanging up, she put her phone away and walked back to Ruby. “Don’t worry about it. Mr. Sumner said

he’ll handle it.”

After thinking for a moment, she explained further, “About the photo–I ran into Mr. Sumner last night after work. He was having stomach pain, so I planned to buy some medicine for him. He tried to stop me and accidentally grabbed my hand, but I pulled away. I didn’t realize someone had taken a picture.”

“Oh, see,” Ruby replied.

Having known Nyla for several years, Ruby had become her biggest fan. She believed everything Nyla said, knowing she wouldn’t lie.

The two walked into the lab together, seemingly unaware of the eyes following them.

Nyla walked straight to her workstation.

Brody smirked, his tone mocking. “Some people pretend to be all proper, but it turns out they’ve got skills-

going as far as snagging Mr. Sumner.” Content protected by Nôv/el(D)rama.Org.

Ruby glared at him in disgust. “Brody, if you don’t need your mouth, why don’t you donate it to someone who does!”

Leon sneered from the side. “With that nasty mouth of his, even if he gave it away for free, no one would want it. They’d probably find it bad luck!”

The two teamed up, and Brody boiled with anger.

Despite that, he quickly recovered and laughed. “Leon, are you one of her admirers too? Otherwise, why would you be so quick to defend her when she hasn’t even said anything?”

Leon’s fists clenched as he stared coldly at Brody. “Say that again.”

Just as Brody was about to respond, Tina’s voice suddenly echoed, louder than usual. “Hey, check the company group chat! Mr. Sumner just posted something.”

Damon: [This morning, a photo of me holding hands with our lab researcher, Ms. Nyla Kinsey, was circulated within the company. It has led to a lot of false comments and unwarranted ridicule directed at Ms. Kinsey. As the CEO, I feel it’s my responsibility to clarify the situation.]

Damon: [The photo is real, but the truth is that I was pursuing Ms. Kinsey and trying to hold onto her. She was rejecting me at the time, and it was not a case of us holding hands, as some rumors suggest. I apologize to Ms. Kinsey for the impact this has caused.]

Damon: [Also, the workplace is for work. I expect all employees to focus their energy on their jobs instead of spreading unsubstantiated rumors or gossip. I hope this matter ends here. Anyone caught spreading rumors or making derogatory remarks about Ms. Kinsey will face immediate dismissal!]