Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run novel Chapter 147

Walter eased into his chair, reached for the cup of tea next to him, and skimmed off the foam.

"I trust Dylan. He once told me he'd never marry because the one he truly cares about..." He paused, taking a sip, then set the cup down. "If it hadn't been for his choice to let it go two years ago, I wouldn't have let it slide either."

He was clearly talking about that car accident. Clara felt a shiver run down her spine, trying to calm her racing heart. Not knowing the full story, she knew better than to speak out of turn.

"Dylan's way out of your league, and he won't ever have feelings for you. He's got someone special in his heart. He’s the only romantic person in the Ferguson family."

It seemed everyone in the Ferguson clan knew about Dylan's feelings for the late Shelly. Yet, Shelly's death was partly on her. How composed must Dylan be not to have lashed out at her?

Taking a deep breath, Clara replied, "Sir, I understand. If I ever show any interest in Mr. Dylan, you can handle me as you see fit."

With his kind of influence, making someone disappear without a trace would be a walk in the park. To cover her tracks, she added something she didn't quite mean.

"Besides, everyone in the Capital knows I've got someone I care about. Even if I've been distant with him lately, I've always hoped he'd come around. Mr. Dylan is outstanding and noble, but to me, he's not the one. He's untouchable, and I only have eyes for someone who couldn’t hold a candle to him."

Walter was taken aback by her clarity. He studied her for a few moments before looking away.

"If you help him sleep better, then just stay with him quietly."