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
"You don't have the ability to do that!" Cedric said and released her with a disdainful look.He turned and sat on the sofa, lighting a cigarette. "Tina's birthday is approaching, and she's been eyeing Sylvan Gems' items for quite a few years. Reserve a set for her!"For quite a few years?And she still hasn't obtained it!It shows just how sought-after Sylvan Gems' items are.Natalie replied, "What she wants is the limited edition. I can't do anything about it.""You are the CEO of Sylvan Gems now.""The board of directors discusses the quantity of each set made. Even as the CEO, I can't interfere.""Natalie!""Oh, I almost forgot, Mr. Johnson. You always like to change things to suit your needs, right? But Sylvan Gems is different from your company. The limited amount of each set is what makes our items so irresistible!""...""Do you think I should make an exception because of my relationship with Christina, or because of our relationship?" She challenged him with a pro
As Jocelyn left the company, she encountered Christina. Compared to Christina, Jocelyn appeared more elegant. When Christina saw Jocelyn, she could already guess what had happened."Did you come to see Ced? He must be busy, right? Did you get to see him?" She sounded somewhat triumphant.Jocelyn's face darkened. "Was it you?"Christina replied, "I don't understand what you're talking about, Joyce!""Hmph, revel in your satisfaction. I guess he and Natalie are getting back together? And what's your business in all of this? Why are you kicking up such a fuss and looking so satisfied?" Jocelyn's face turned stern.Christina froze, and a hint of gloom flashed in her eyes. Jocelyn knew what kind of person Christina was—she was still considered a treasure by the Johnson family.As Jocelyn walked away, Christina turned back. She watched Jocelyn's retreating figure and snorted. Then, she walked triumphantly towards the elevator reserved for executives.-After Jocelyn was gone, C
The atmosphere in Cedric's office was suffocating.Yuvan nodded respectfully. "Yes, sir. I'll check right away."As Yuvan turned to leave, Cedric's thoughts were racing a mile an hour. Just as Yuvan put his hand on the door handle, Cedric stopped him. "Wait.""Yes, Mr. Johnson?""Also, check if Isabella has any other enemies.""Yes, sir!" At first glance, it seemed to be related to Natalie. However, with recent events piling up, many of Cedric's previous convictions were shaken. So, this time, he would approach the matter involving Natalie with caution, especially given her consistent denial of any involvement in Isabella's affairs.-Meanwhile, Natalie was busy with her own affairs. The recent product launch was successful, and Auro Studio was pushing its limits. In addition, the eastern suburb project with Irwin was about to begin.The details in her drawings needed to be perfected, so she was working late into the night. When Cedric called, she almost wished she coul