Chapter 403
“This place is remote. If you get off here, you’ll have to walk several kilometers to reach the bustling city. Don’t act on impulse. Being rash isn’t your forte,” Nash leaned against the car window, his gaze drifting outside as he spoke nonchalantly.
Nina surveyed the secluded road, realizing that she would indeed have to walk for several hours.
It was already evening, and there might even be wild animals lurking around. For safety reasons, she refrained from making any more fuss. Sometimes, a wise man would adapt himself to circumstances. The car stopped at the entrance of the television station. Nash looked at the signboard atop the building and asked softly, “I heard your television station will be interviewing me soon.” “Is that so?” Nina responded.
Nash’s deep gaze turned towards her. “Why isn’t it you?”
Nina did not mention that she had declined. “Interviewing you isn’t my responsibility yet. I’ve only been here for less than ten days, and all I can do is write a few words to reflect the social situation.” For now, Nash chose to believe her, but he was only doing so out of courtesy towards her. After some thought, he asked casually, “Having me for an exclusive interview must be helpful for you, right?” Nina remained silent, a puzzled look in her eyes.
What did he mean by that?
Was he genuinely concerned for her?
But he was always engrossed in his own work. It was hard to imagine him being so considerate of her.
Just then, Nina heard someone calling her name. She turned around to see Scott standing not far away, and she wondered how long he had been waiting there. “Scott,” Nina waved at him. “What brings you here?”
Scott closed the car door. “I heard you started a new job and was worried you wouldn’t adjust well, so I came to check on you. Seems like I was overthinking.”
His gaze shifted to Nash as he said gently, “What a coincidence, Mr. York is here too.”
Nash felt uncomfortable seeing Scott. He had intended to leave, but now it seemed impossible. He spoke coldly, “Mr. Lucas, it’s no coincidence to run into you here.”
“You’re right, I came here specifically to see Nina.” Scott did not hide his intentions. “I’d like to have dinner with her.”
Nash’s expression turned colder. He locked eyes with Scott, the tension palpable in the air. Scott’s message was clear that he intended to pursue her.
Adjusting his suit, Nash’s gaze turned sharp as he said icily, “Perfect timing, I haven’t eaten either. Let’s eat together!”
Nina did not say anything in response and she was merely escorted to dinner. But she could sense that the meal would not be harmonious. She felt like a third wheel, witnessing the standoff between Nash and Scott.
Nash poured himself a glass of wine and sarcastically remarked, “Mr. Lucas, since you’re inviting my wife to dinner, shouldn’t you also ask for my consent? After all, I’m Nina’s husband!”
Scott chuckled, “As far as I know, you and Nina are divorced. If there’s no love, there should be no coercion. One shouldn’t be too selfish. Everyone has the right to pursue happiness.” Nash sneered, “Is the happiness you’re referring to with you?”
Scott did not want to hide anymore. He knew Nina had moved out, and he wanted to make an effort for himself this time. Taking a sip of wine, he said confidently, “I think it could be.” Nash smirked and extended his hand. “Bring it out!”
Quincy, who was standing behind him, received the order and took out something from Nash’s inner suit. It was wrapped in several layers and he handed it to Nash.
Seeing how meticulously wrapped it was, Scott knew it was something important and asked, “Mr. York, what’s this?”
Nash looked at him and said, “It’s a marriage certificate!”