Chapter 500

You’re Not Welcomed Here

Nicole was suspicious of Clayton’s deceitful blather.

She was not someone who could be coaxed with mere words.



Clayton met her gaze and said frankly,” Less than a year…

But every day since I met you, I’ve been very happy to find out that you’re single. Nicole, let’s start
anew.



My name is Clayton Sloan. I was widowed three years ago, and I have a son.” He lowered his eyes and
smiled a little self a -deprecatingly. “I know that sounds like poor conditions, but I have a lot of money.

I’m not quite sure on the exact amount, but if you want to know, I can get someone to tally it up, but it
may take a little longer because I can’t remember all the assets that I have. Also…” ) Clayton paused
for a moment. He looked serious, and his warm gaze seemed to glow. “Michael is actually my late
brother’s son.

Due to certain religious beliefs and traditions, I had no choice but to marry Michael’s mother so that her
family would agree to her giving birth to Michael.” Nicole stiffened. She suddenly did not know what to
say. His self-deprecating look earlier made her feel a little loss for words. This secret also made her
heavy-hearted.

No one probably knew about this secret, yet Clayton opened up to her about this. Nicole’s heart ached
for Michael. Her mood was very complicated. Clayton continued, “I’m only telling you about this



because this is my biggest secret. Don’t feel burdened by it.

I originally intended to wait for Michael to get older before telling him about this” Nicole pursed her lips.
She seemed to have inadvertently touched Clayton’s sadness. “I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to probe.”

After finding out about this, Nicole could not bring herself to be happy.

Clayton seemed to reveal everything about himself with full sincerity, but what about her? Nicole was
not at all ready to start a new relationship Clayton’s smile was gentle and humble.” Well, I just want you
to get to know me a little more. I don’t want you to think that I’m only infatuated by your beauty.” Nicole
gradually relaxed.

After a while, Nicole went to the bathroom. Not far away, Keith and Colton were staring at the couple’s
movements. They seemed so cordial, and their stunning looks made them seem like a good match.

Keith looked at his phone anxiously. There was still no response. He had sent Eric a message earlier,
but Eric did not react. Was Eric on the way here to kill someone? Keith and Colton could not wait any
longer.



They took advantage of Nicole’s absence and walked over to Clayton. “Mr. Sloan?” Clayton raised an
eyebrow and nodded at Clayton raised an e row and nodded at the two strangers in front of him. “Mr.
Sloan, I’m Keith Ludwig from the Ludwig Corporation, and this is Colton White from White Corporation.
It’s a pleasure to meet you.” Keith felt that although Clayton maintained a modest and decent smile,
there was something about Clayton that was so similar to Eric. The only difference was that this feeling
was more intense and obvious with Eric, while it seemed deliberately hidden with Clayton. Keith
subconsciously looked wary but thinking about his best friend Eric that was going crazy because of
Nicole, he had to help somehow. “Hello.” Keith nonchalantly sat next to Clayton and pretended to be



puzzled. “If I’m not mistaken, the one sitting here just now was Nicole Stanton?” Clayton’s eyes
darkened as he smiled and nodded his head.

He stood up trembling with an ingratiating and humble smile on his face. “I was just kidding. Why would
I go about spreading rumors? I was just saying hello t o Mr. Sloan…” Nicole coldly swept a glance at
him and sat on the opposite seat.

“Keith, if I’m on the hot topics, I’ll make sure that you’ll rank first.” Keith was shaken. His face changed
slightly and instantly understood Nicole’s warning tone. ‘It’s so hard to be Eric’s bro! Keith thought. “I-I
was wrong!” Keith was ashamed to look at Clayton’s expression. He felt like he had lost his reputation.
Nicole’s voice was calm and cold.

“Did Eric Ferguson put you up to this?” Keith hesitated for a few seconds. “Of course…” ‘Not!’ However,
he could not bring himself to say the last word. He looked at He stiffly turned his head with a frightened
expression. ”

N-Nicole…” Keith’s mind went blank. ‘What did I just say? Divorced? Domineering and strong
personality? No, I didn’t say that, right?’ Nicole was indifferent and expressionless as she walked over.

She curled her lips and said, “If you two know all about my affairs, you shouldn’t just tell it to one
person. You might as well just go to the media. Don’t you think that’ll have a better effect?” Keith
choked a little. ‘No way! I won’t dare to even if someone gave me the guts!! Colton knew that they were
in the wrong and stood to the side with his mouth shut, but his reaction was not as exaggerated as
Keith’s.

That was because Nicole did not have something over him. The fact that Colton almost married
Melanie was just a stain o n his life. Keith was different because Nicole had his nudes. If she exposed
his nudes in a fit of anger, he would not be able to show his face in public again!






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