No Strings Attached novel (Clara and Ian) novel Chapter 567

She had guessed Ian's decision already. He wouldn’t be absent, not standing vigil by her side, if he didn’t make his choice

Clara closed her eyes in agony. Tears slid down her cheeks, dampening the pillow.

She didn’t want to let go and couldn’t bear to let go. If she left Ian, what would become of him alone?

She shook her head in denial. “I can’t believe he’d want to part ways with me, nor can I believe he’d give up on our relationship. Sasha, I want to see him.”

Sasha pulled out a tissue to wipe her tears and said, “He’s gone abroad. He’d be back in a few days and asked me to keep you company.”

“What else has happened the last few days? Tell me everything.”

“Not much, mostly just corporate battles. The Hayes empire fell under Brodie’s control, Ian’s influence waned, while the York and Campbell businesses continued their downward spiral. Ryker really came through at a crucial moment. He sold his club, moved the Miller stronghold to Northbridge, and took over as head of the Miller family. The guy’s grown up a lot in how he handles things, Clara, and that’s all thanks to you. He even said that once you’re recovered, he’d take you racing.”

Clara listened to Sasha’s recount and gradually calmed herself. Everyone was trying their best, looking for a breakthrough from this dire situation. Clara felt she and Ian could make it, too.

A week later, Ian returned from abroad.

He looked noticeably thinner, his chiseled features even more pronounced. He took off his coat and approached Clara. His intense gaze fixed intently on her.

The two hadn’t seen each other for over ten days, and upon reunion, neither dared to speak first because they both knew what the other wanted to say.

After some time, Ian’s hoarse voice broke the silence. “Clara, how are you feeling?”