Natalie couldn't bring herself to treat those who had a connection with Isabella well. She especially hated it when they talked about her blood relation to Isabella.When that happened, Natalie would instantly lose her cool.-When the news about Natalie and Cedric broke out, Christina was the one who was most anxious about it. She never expected that once Isabella's matter was resolved, it would lead to Cedric and Natalie getting involved again!It had happened in the blink of an eye!She immediately drove to Sapphire.-Inside the apartment, Isabella was under the care of two servants. As the Johnson family wanted to ensure Isabelle was well taken care of, they paid the servants a high enough salary. By doing so, the two servants treated her quite well. But no matter how well they treated her, even if these two became her eyes and ears... What could she do? Her world... was in complete darkness!When Christina arrived, she saw Isabella eating fruits."You're living qui
Just after hanging up Stephen's call, Natalie received another call from an unfamiliar number.When she answered, she found it was the detective agency Karina had recommended before."Hello," Natalie said."Ms. Walker, we found what you were looking for.""Send it to my email.""Alright."Upon hearing that what she wanted had been found, a cold glint flashed in Natalie's eyes. She hung up the phone, opened her computer, and opened her email.She examined its contents. As she was reading, the same unfamiliar number called her again. "Is it just a photo?" Natalie asked."It's one of the people involved in Ms. Morgan's kidnapping.""..."One of them? She had asked before, but Isabella had said everyone was dead."Is this person still alive?""Yes.""Where is he now?""He's at Sea City in Glacial.""..."That was so far away!The photo's background was a snow-covered area around a glacier, indicating that the climate there wasn't good. The photo was captured from surve
What does it feel like to have someone practically hold one's life in their hands?Natalie had already thoroughly experienced it!Back when she was struggling in the Johnson family, life was tough, But at most, it was the pain of a wounded heart and the days of being mocked by Rebecca. At least back then, there wasn't much to worry about.Now, she had her uncle, who was a strong support. Yet, Cedric had turned his attention to her after he settled Isabella's matters, and had managed to reduce her to this state!Natalie had to admit that the feeling was truly unpleasant!"Sit down and eat properly!" The two stared at each other.Natalie was full of anger! On the other hand, Cedric was smiling calmly.But in that smile, there was a clear threat.Natalie sat down. She picked up her knife and fork, stabbing fiercely into the food on her plate. She ended up with a mess on her plate that looked terrible at a glance.Cedric glanced at her and said, "There's no need to be so ang
After hanging up Natalie's call, Rebecca immediately called Cedric. After a few moments, Cedric answered, "Hello.""Where are you now?""Sapphire.""Is there something wrong with you?!" Rebecca was visibly angry. "Turn around and drive back immediately. No matter what happened with Isabella, I'll handle it!""Who told you?" Cedric asked solemnly.He had just stepped out of Scarlet Villa's gate when Rebecca called."Don't worry about who told me. Just remember that this matter is not so simple. I hope you understand!""What do you mean?""Don't you see? Your relationship with Natalie has just improved a little, and Isabella suddenly comes looking for you? I suspect... there's someone behind her!"Previously, Rebecca had never thought about this. She always believed it was Isabella's cunning scheme and that she was doing it alone.But now, Natalie's words made her realize that if Isabella was such a cunning woman, a lot of things could be explained!Isabella had a roof over
The two of them locked eyes and neither backed down!The atmosphere around them was tense."Natalie, you're so daring now, huh?""Cedric, don't push me too hard!"She would stay here because of the situation with her uncle, but this was already her limit.Cedric also realized it.If they continued to push, this woman might...!Taking a deep breath, he restrained his anger and said, "You're not allowed to do this again!""It's not that you can't see her. There's a simple solution: just don't get involved with me!" Natalie refused to back down.Christina's phone call made her understand something!The start of her relationship with Cedric had thrown many people into chaos. If they went crazy, they would do so without any limits. Meanwhile, Cedric had started rumors that they might not be divorced and might even remarry that afternoon. And now, he was going to Sapphire alone in the evening?!Who did he think would bear the embarrassment?!"Stephen really spoiled you!" Ce
As Rebecca finished speaking, the air grew still. Though Isabella disliked Christina and even considered her an unreliable ally, keeping her around had its uses. Seeing how Isabella remained silent, Rebecca's gaze turned cold."Isabella, I remember you're quite clever. Don't act confused now.""No one gave it to me. It's my previous phone.""Is it?""Yes," Isabella nodded.Rebecca took a deep breath. She concealed her emotions and stood up. Then, she glanced at the maid behind Isabella. Extending her hand, the maid tensed. "M-madam…?""Madam Johnson, what are you doing?" Isabella asked when she heard the commotion."Isabella, I don't want you to call him again.""Is it because of my sister? I remember you don't like her!""The biggest difference between you and your sister is that she knows where the line is," Rebecca said, surprisingly praising Natalie.Even the things she had done so far were only chaotic, but not catastrophic!But standing in the current situation a
Natalie sneered and ignored Christina. She wasn't even bothered to respond.Instead, she opened the door and got into the car without a word.Seeing Natalie ignore her, Christina rushed forward and grabbed Natalie's car window with both hands. "Natalie, are you feeling proud now?""There's nothing to be proud of, don't you think?""...""I don't have time to spare for that anyway." Natalie seemed indifferent, which contrasted sharply with Christina's anger. Sometimes, indifference was the most cutting response. While one person meticulously planned and schemed, the other was too preoccupied to care."I'm buying those things with my own money! Why won't you sell to me? Aren't you afraid that I'll report you?""Report me for what? Sylvan Gems' items are limited edition every year. If you can't buy them, it's because you're too slow!""You...""Is there anything else?""Natalie, don't be too arrogant!""Let go!" Natalie didn't want to engage in this boring conversation.
As soon as Stephen mentioned Irwin's return, a complex array of emotions flashed through Natalie's mind. Up to this point, Stephen only knew that Cedric was the reason for his inability to enter Verde City. But as for Irwin's side of the story, Stephen was unaware. Guilt welled up within her."It seems like everything went smoothly on his end!" Natalie sighed in relief. Stephen remarked, "He's youthful and bold!"The words held some ambiguous meaning, but Natalie sensed the urgency in Irwin's situation. She remained silent. Stephen continued discussing work matters, offering insights into business strategies, all of which Natalie absorbed.After ending the call, the secretary entered and said, "Ms. Walker, Mr. Johnson is here!"Natalie had just relaxed, and she frowned at the news. Cedric entered, followed by Yuvan, holding a takeout box. "So soon?"Natalie was clearly caught off guard by Cedric's swift arrival. After all, she only managed to get in two phone cal