Chasing the Unexpected
Chasing the Unexpected CHAPTER 773

Chapter 773

Nyla looked at Damon in surprise and asked, “You went to an auction last week?”

“A client of mine has a thing for antique auctions. There happened to be one in the city, so I attended with them to show goodwill. I saw a necklace I liked and thought I’d save it for your birthday,” Damon explained.

“Then why are you giving it to me in advance?” she asked.

“I’m going to give it to you anyway. Giving it to you now is the same,” he replied.

Nyla felt a wave of warmth, and her smile widened, revealing her dimples. “Thank you, Damon.”

Damon raised an eyebrow, wrapping an arm around her waist. His tone was teasing. “Just a verbal thank you?”

Nyla’s face flushed as she asked, “How else would you want me to thank you?”

Damon’s gaze shifted to her lips, his voice dropping suggestively. “By mouth works.”

“Huh?” She looked up, only to replace Damon’s face suddenly closer. Before she knew it, his lips were on hers.

Nyla’s eyes widened, her hands gripping his jacket. She felt a jolt of electricity run through her body, making her freeze.

Realizing they were standing in front of a busy mall, she quickly pushed him away. Her face burned with embarrassment as she noticed people glancing their way.

Seeing her shy reaction, Damon smiled and said, “That will count as my thank–you.”

Nyla glared at him, then lifted her dress and hurried to the car parked by the curb.

Damon couldn’t help chuckling as he watched her make her escape, following her into the

car.

Neither of them noticed someone taking photos of them.

Half an hour later, they arrived at the Wilkie residence.

Spencer was already waiting by the entrance. As soon as he saw Damon’s car pull up, he approached. “Mr. Sumner, here’s the Heart of the Sea.“.

Damon took the dark blue jewelry box from him with a light hum. “Thank you. You can head back now.”

After Spencer left, Damon handed the jewelry box to Nyla, his voice soft. “See if you like it.”

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Nyla opened it, revealing a stunning sapphire necklace.

The sapphire, cut in the shape of a seashell, was surrounded by tiny diamonds that enhanced its beauty and gave it a brilliant, radiant allure.

“It’s gorgeous!” Nyla gasped. She had thought her current necklace was already impressive, but it paled in comparison to this one.

Seeing her joy, Damon smiled. “Let me put it on for you.”

“Alright,” she said with a nod.

He carefully removed her original necklace and clasped the Heart of the Sea around her neck.

Nyla asked, “How does it look?”

Damon stared at her for a few seconds, his voice a bit hoarse when he answered, “Beautiful.

Meeting Damon’s passionate gaze, Nyla felt her heart skip a beat. Instinctively, she reached for the car door, intending to step out.

Unfortunately, Damon moved faster. Just as she turned, he wrapped an arm around her waist, pulling her back to him. His lips claimed hers in a deep kiss that left her nearly breathless.

When he finally pulled away, his lips lingered near hers, and the car’s atmosphere grew heavy with tension.

Nyla’s face flushed as she caught her breath, managing to replace her voice. “Damon, if you keep this up, we’re going to be late to the party.”