The Deserted Rich Beauty (Nicole and eric)
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 replace 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-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 replaceing 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 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.

Keith quickly said, "Are you very close to Ms. Stanton? Oh right, Ms. Stanton has a good relationship with anyone, like Miles Kavanagh, Fabian, and some other young hunks in showbiz..." Colton nodded in agreement. "Yes, Nicole and Miles Kavanagh definitely have something going on..."

Clayton's eyes flickered. His smile deepened.

"Mr. Ludwig and Mr. White, what exactly are you trying to say?"

Keith sighed. "You've just returned to Mediania, so don't think that Nicole likes you just because she treats you better. We're just reminding you so that your feelings won't get hurt. Nicole only likes Eric Ferguson. When they weren't divorced, Nicole was so humble and passionate. That was real love. They're only at odds momentarily, but they'll certainly reconcile one day. Look, she's recently found Xander, don't you think that she's just looking for a substitute?"