Chapter 234

At first, a flush of embarrassment warmed his cheeks. But now, as his eyes met Eric’s, a spark of resolve ignited within him. Perhaps this was his moment—his chance to lay his cards on the table.

Not just for Nyla’s ears, but for Hadley’s former spouse to hear as well.

Drawing a steadying breath, Denver squared his shoulders and met Nyla’s gaze with newfound conviction.

“Yes. I… I’m quite taken with Hadley.”

At this, both Nyla and Eric blinked in surprise, the room falling momentarily still.

“Denver!” Nyla’s face lit up like a beacon, her hands clapping together in sheer delight. “Do you truly mean it?”

“Yes, Mrs. Flynn,” Denver replied with quiet certainty, adjusting his glasses in a gesture that underscored his polished sincerity.