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

Chapter 60: Nyla sensed his facade wasn't quite genuine. "Do you know much about Ethan and Callie?" she inquired. "Trying to gauge your competition, are you?" Murray replied with a half-smile, his eyes narrowing slightly in amusement. Propped up against the headboard, Nyla looked markedly better than yesterday. Her complexion was still a bit pale, but her eyes were lively and engaging. "You're right. Are the Higgins family well-known around Ulares? What's their background?" she asked nonchalantly.

However, Murray perceived her question as a strategic move, likely aiming to size up her competition. "Originally, the Higgins family didn't make much of a mark here in Ulares. It wasn't until they made several successful forays into the dye industry that they rose to prominence, becoming one of the elite families," he responded. The mention of the "dye industry" caused Nyla's hand to tighten on the blanket. Considering the possibility that her father had been deceived by the Higgins family, she masked her discomfort with a disinterested smile.

"It's interesting how your business overlaps with the Higgins family more than with Ethan's. What's the problem between you two?" Murray's Skycloud Group was a staple in the fashion industry, boasting a number of branded stores throughout Ulares, while Crestwave Group focused on high-end jewelry. The Higgins family had deep ties in fashion due to their business in the dye industry, with Callie having studied fashion design abroad to eventually lead the family business. Nyla knew these details well. Murray let out a scoff, his eyes void of humor. "I simply can't stand him.

I feel it's necessary to show him up at least once." Surprised by his immaturity, Nyla raised an eyebrow. Stories live now on galnσℓ․o Despite his usual gentlemanly facade, Murray could be quite unpredictable, making him a complex figure to understand. "You don't have a secret crush on Ethan, do you?" she teased. Instantly, Murray's expression darkened. "That's insulting. Even if there were any truth to that, it would be born of rivalry, not affection." Nyla laughed heartily, finding Murray's reaction amusing and somewhat endearing.

He seemed less like the commanding CEO of a large conglomerate and more like a mischievous young adult. Realizing her joke might have gone too far, she quickly apologized, still chuckling. "My mistake, I won't make that joke again." The mood had shifted, yet Murray seemed unfazed. He checked his watch and said, "I should let you rest. I'm heading out now." Nyla gave him a grateful wave. "Thank you for making time to visit. Next time, I'll phrase it differently-Ethan clearly means a lot to you." A shadow crossed Murray's face as his lips quirked in displeasure.

At that moment, he had little patience for Nyla's comments. . . .