Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run novel Chapter 213

Dylan looked up at her, catching her profile in the light. She'd only said that to get under Quinn's skin, not realizing the stir it might cause in others' hearts.

As she continued wiping down the counter, a long, slender hand reached over, gently tucking her hair behind her ear.

She froze, turning to face him. Dylan flashed a sudden smile. "How about we grab lunch together?"

Clara's hands paused mid-air as she forgot to respond. Then it hit her—she'd promised to be at his beck and call until his leg healed. With a slight delay, she nodded, "Sure, sounds good."

Just as the words left her mouth, Quinn, who'd been standing across the room, let out a startled gasp. The file she was holding slipped from her grasp, hitting the floor as she stared in disbelief. Her heart was a storm of emotions, her face paling. Quickly, she bent to retrieve the papers, muttering, "Something just came up. I need to go."

As she exited the office, she felt awkward, her body cold and stiff. Suddenly, she remembered the day Dylan showed up at Clara's college graduation. Everyone thought he was just passing through, but then he and Clara got into a car accident, and he hurt his leg. He never blamed her, choosing instead to quietly leave the country.

During that time, Clara was tirelessly after Simon.

Quinn trembled with anger. Why did everyone still care about Clara after all she'd done? Just then, Ryan's phone buzzed—it was Clara calling. He thought he was hearing things.

"Clara?"

Whatever she said on the other end had him rushing towards the door. "You're okay?! Do you know how worried I've been? I've dropped ten pounds! You owe me a good meal to make up for it. And Dad's been bedridden—you should at least check in on him. You're so heartless!"