Your Uncle’s My Husband Now Back Off, Ex! novel Chapter 98

**TITLE: Through Unseen Doors We Step Into Untold Worlds Beyond by Sage Hunter Lane 98**

Despite the swirling tension in the air, Damon had no intention of delving further into the matter at hand. As Spencer, merely a secretary, he understood his position well—he had no right to interject his thoughts into the conversation.

Nyla’s gaze drifted to the young woman standing beside Spencer, curiosity piquing within her. The girl had a cherubic face framed by shoulder-length hair, and her eyes sparkled like crescent moons, radiating an innocent charm that made her quite endearing.

“Ms. Jayston, my name is Melody Sorley. I just graduated from university. It’s a pleasure to meet you,” the young woman introduced herself, her voice bright and warm.

“Hello, I’m Nyla Jayston,” Nyla responded, keeping her tone simple and straightforward, though she felt a flicker of hope that this new assistant might lighten her workload.

With a multitude of tasks piling up in the lab, Nyla was struggling to juggle everything on her own. The prospect of having an assistant like Melody was a glimmer of relief in her otherwise hectic day.

“Thank you, Mr. Hogg,” Nyla expressed with genuine gratitude, her eyes reflecting a hint of appreciation for the support.

Spencer’s demeanor remained as frosty as ever, his expression devoid of warmth. “No need to thank me. It’s merely part of my responsibilities. I’ll take my leave now. If you require anything, just send me a message through the company network,” he replied curtly, his tone suggesting he had no interest in further pleasantries.

Nyla sensed that Spencer’s icy disposition was tied to Damon’s presence and chose to suppress her irritation. Instead, she nodded, offering a simple, “Okay.”

Once Spencer departed, Melody turned to Nyla with an eager glint in her eyes. “Can I call you Nyla? ‘Ms. Jayston’ feels a bit too formal for me,” she said, her tone light and friendly.

A smile crept onto Nyla’s lips. “That’s perfectly fine. For today, I’d like you to go through the literature we have. You can start working in the lab in a couple of days,” she suggested, her heart warming at the thought of having someone to share the workload with.

“Okay, thank you, Nyla!” Melody chirped, her enthusiasm infectious.

Melody proved to be a lively and diligent assistant, frequently popping into the lab to pose questions about the literature. Nyla found herself patiently answering her queries, and as the morning wore on, a bond began to form between them, one that felt promising.

Nyla forced a smile, masking her discomfort. “Yes, you’re right,” she replied, her voice barely above a whisper.

Sensing Nyla’s lack of interest in the gossip, Melody quickly shifted the conversation. They began discussing their dinner plans when a soft voice interrupted them. “Ms. Nyla, what a delightful coincidence to see you here again.”

Nyla turned her head to find Erin standing a few steps away, a plate of steak in hand, her smile bright and inviting. Nyla felt a familiar pang of annoyance at the sight of her. Since the banquet, where Erin had sided with Jacqueline and made her life difficult, Nyla had harbored a deep-seated dislike for her. She kept her expression neutral. “Hello, Ms. Hulle,” she replied coolly.

“Do you mind if we join you?” Erin inquired, her tone casual yet laced with a hint of expectation.

Nyla felt a frown tugging at her lips, about to voice her reluctance, when Melody interjected swiftly, “Not at all, not at all!” Her eagerness to please was apparent.

Erin settled into the seat next to Nyla, while Damon took the spot beside Melody, positioning himself diagonally across from Nyla. He didn’t spare her a glance, his presence emanating an almost palpable chill that made the atmosphere around them feel heavier.