Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run novel Chapter 164

Simon couldn't shake a dark thought from his mind. If Nate was really after Clara, maybe this was just karma catching up with him. Even if he agreed to let Clara get with Nate, the idea of Nate actually laying a finger on her made Simon feel like he might do something he’d regret. Having known Clara for so long, he’d always imagined she’d be by his side forever.

He lowered his gaze, his fists slowly clenching at his sides. Ada had been crying but was startled by the intensity radiating from her son; it felt like he’d changed overnight.

“Simon, what’s going on?”

“Nothing. I’m heading upstairs to rest. I’m not going back to my place tonight.”

He had his own place, but tonight he wanted to stay here to avoid running into Quinn, who was likely waiting for him.

Ada rubbed her eyes. “Alright, go get some rest. Oh, by the way, Eden's back for the holidays.”

“Mmm.”

Simon was generally good to his sister, Eden. However, Ada had grown up in an environment that heavily favored boys over girls, and couldn't help but be influenced by that mindset. She couldn't treat Eden with the same affection she showed Simon, so she maintained just a superficial warmth.

As Simon was about to head upstairs, he saw Eden coming down the staircase. Her eyes lit up, and she called out excitedly, “Hey, Simon!”