His Destructive, Toxic Love novel Chapter 229

Nova froze, her smile slowly fading. She looked at Dillon, her face a mix of confusion and disbelief. "You’re not here to pick me up? What do you mean?"

"I'm here to see if you've taken anything that isn't yours."

Dillon walked over to Nova's luggage, methodically unpacking and inspecting each item.

Feeling insulted, Nova forgot about her mobility issues and shoved Dillon. "Dillon, you’ve got some nerve. Aren't you afraid I'll tell Casper about this?"

Dillon kicked the suitcase lightly, scoffing. "Nova, do you really think Mr. Casper is unaware of the dirty tricks you've pulled?"

"The only reason he hasn't shown up and cut you off completely is out of past affection, sparing you some dignity. You better appreciate that."

He bent down and took away the painting. "Mr. Casper is keeping tabs. When you'll repay it depends on his mood."

Dillon turned to leave.

Nova blocked him, glaring. "What have I done? Explain yourself."

"If you want clarity, go find Mr. Casper." Dillon brushed off Nova's outstretched arms. "Don’t say I didn’t warn you—you might be alive when you see him, but leaving the same way might not be so certain."

"You're threatening me?"