Love On Ice: Don’t Leave Me, My Charming Liar

Chapter 439: "What can I help with?" Johnny's mood lightened slightly, pleased to have the opportunity to be of assistance to Nyla. "Why was Hayes released from prison early?" She was still puzzled over who had assisted Hayes and Claudine. Johnny's face became grave. "I'm not at liberty to discuss that. However, be aware that you also have someone on your side." Nyla nodded in understanding. She had always been suspicious. As she stared at Johnny, her intense gaze seemed to cut through all pretense. "Ethan did it," she replied, making it a statement rather than a question.

Caught off guard, Johnny's face locked in surprise. "Your reaction confirms my suspicion." "You already knew?" Johnny asked. Nyla didn't elaborate on her reasoning. "I figured it out when I returned to Ulares. I've asked everything that mattered." "You're not interested in his motives?" "No," she responded. Once she understood Ethan's involvement, the underlying motives didn't concern her anymore. "What exactly went down back then?" Johnny felt compelled to ask. Back then, there were many rumors circulating, but Ethan managed to suppress all the news.

No one dared to mention it, including Theodore, who, despite his desire for retribution for his daughter, had to consider Ethan's clout. This was also why, despite Nyla's presence in Ulares, the Brooks family had refrained from confronting her. "It's no longer important. Understand that the Nyla you once knew no longer exists." ᴹᴼᴿᴱ ᵁᴾᴰᴬᵀᴱˢ ᴵᴺ ᴳᴬᴸᴺᴼⱽᴱᴸˢ.ᶜᴼᴹ "It is important. It's caused someone a lot of distress, not knowing the reason," Johnny added quickly. Nyla was momentarily taken aback but quickly masked her reaction, maintaining a composed facade.

"I have some business to attend to, so I must go," she said. Johnny let her leave without objection. All through the day, Nyla mulled over the possibility-could Ethan actually harbor deep feelings for her? It seemed implausible, and she remained skeptical. Yet, it appeared that everyone around her believed Ethan genuinely cared. Conflicted between what was true and what might be deception, Nyla remained indecisive. After her workday, Nyla was set to pick up Charlotte. Bonnie, finding a moment of respite in the quiet café, was engaged in games with Charlotte.

Nyla parked and was walking toward the café when suddenly, a young woman brushed past, nearly causing her to trip. . . .