Natalie emerged from the airport, completely unaffected by Cedric. After receiving a call from Zane, she drove straight to Sylvan Gems.Rebecca greeted her as she entered the lobby of Sylvan Gems. "Nat." Despite the recent turmoil, Rebecca still managed to address her with the familiar nickname, showing her deep understanding of the situation.The receptionist nervously stepped forward, "Ms. Walker, Madam Johnson insisted on waiting for you."Not knowing Natalie's current work hours made it a bit awkward for the receptionist when Rebecca insisted on waiting. After all, Rebecca was part of the Johnson family. Despite the recent controversies, most people dared not be disrespectful.Natalie waved her hand, signaling the receptionist to leave.Turning to Rebecca, Natalie's tone was icy as she asked, "What do you want with me?""It's about Tina. I know she..." Rebecca stumbled when talking about Christina. "Nat, your previous discord with Tina in the family was because of me.
Rebecca had always believed that she understood Christina well enough. But now, she began to reevaluate."Mom, why are you looking at me like that?" Christina's heart tightened as she observed Rebecca's expression.Rebecca stared at Christina with a searching gaze, silent and unmoving. Christina felt increasingly uneasy and said, "As for Natalie, I... M-Mom, it was her! S-she forced me!" Christina was genuinely panicking.Rebecca was usually serious at times, but now there was a gravity in her scrutiny that seemed to question Christina's very soul. Ever since Natalie's identity was exposed, Rebecca repeatedly warned her not to trouble Natalie and to avoid conflicts. Christina had been taken away by the police this time because someone affiliated with Natalie had dug up her account. Although she had registered it recently, she never expected it would be automatically linked through the phone she was using.Christina had to admit Natalie was no longer the pushover she use
At Christina's nod, Rebecca's expression turned cold. Her face lost the softness and warmth she had a moment ago. She abruptly shoved away Christina's hand."Mom?!"Christina looked at Rebecca in disbelief, bewildered by the sudden change in her mother, who had just been fine moments ago. Rebecca's eyes were sharp."Who do you think you are, huh?" she snapped."Mom? What are you saying?" Christina's heart clenched, unable to believe that her mother, who had always held her in high regard, would suddenly turn so cold.Rebecca had never treated Christina this way before. Even though she had treated Natalie like this countless times, but every time she faced her…There had been nothing but loving eyes!But now...!What did it mean?"Mom!"Slap!As Christina finished speaking, Rebecca directly slapped her across the face. This unexpected turn of events caught everyone off guard.Wanda had been hiding nearby, and she rushed out upon hearing the commotion. "Madam, what
Although Natalie had long witnessed Cedric's methods, she was still caught off guard this time. Previously, she knew Cedric dealt with opponents ruthlessly. But now, this level of manipulation was directed at her! She...!If not for her uncle's protection, she probably wouldn't be able to break free. But she underestimated Cedric's ruthlessness towards her. When that man turned ruthless, he was no different from a madman.-At Radiant Tower, a man stood tall by the French windows, overlooking the traffic below like a king. His thin lips were tightly pressed, radiating an icy demeanor. Yuvan stood not far behind him, and when he received a message on his phone, a shadow flickered in his eyes. "Mr. Johnson!"“…”"Ms. Morgan was injured," Yuvan said.Cedric's tone was tight as he asked, "What happened?"Isabella was going through the prime of her life, but now, such an incident occurred...! Her brother Ivan died because of him, and now, she had become a sacrifice in h
A chill flashed in Cedric's eyes."She doesn't acknowledge you as her sister. Why bother considering her feelings at this point?" His tone was also somewhat cold. It was evident that he had already determined what kind of person Natalie was, and he couldn't accept her anymore.Isabella sensed the emotion in his tone. Although she felt a fleeting sense of satisfaction, she still looked pained on the surface."But she is my sister after all."Her tone was filled with sorrow. It seemed that despite all Natalie had done during this period, Isabella was still speaking up for her. Natalie had insulted Isabella's mother as a mistress on the phone, a severe humiliation. Then, when Isabella was thoroughly exposed as her sister, Natalie still refused to acknowledge her.Natalie was truly ruthless.Now, looking at Isabella, who continued to defend Natalie, everyone couldn't help but feel sorry for her."Enough, don't say anything more, hmm?" Cedric said.Isabella wanted to say somet
Cedric's tactics were fierce. In just a few days, he had violently brought her down from her high position and crushed her ruthlessly.Natalie watched the overwhelming online attacks, feeling a chilling sensation throughout her body. With an imposing aura, she rushed to Radiant Tower but was intercepted by Yuvan. "Ms. Walker, Mr. Johnson said he doesn't want to see you."Slap!Yuvan's words were cut short as Natalie slapped him. In an instant, Yuvan's expression darkened, and his gaze toward Natalie turned sharp."Oh, someone who's been pulled down from the position of Sylvan Gems’ CEO has bitten back, huh?" An unsympathetic voice chimed in. Queenie appeared, holding a white porcelain cup. She stood next to Yuvan, observing Natalie with a sarcastic look.Slap! Slap!Natalie delivered two slaps to Queenie's face. The white cup crashed to the ground, and coffee spilled everywhere. Onlookers, who were initially reveling in Natalie's misfortune, quickly averted their gazes,
It was hard to imagine that this woman could remain so proud and upright despite all her malicious deeds. She even stood at the peak of life and flaunted her power and dominance.Natalie stopped and turned around. There was a smirk that could kill on her lips."You've done so much just to make me beg, right? To see me submit to you!?""...""Cedric, I can stand in the spotlight at the summit, and naturally, I can gracefully face the fall. So all your scheming to drag me into the mud won't show you what you want!"Her words were calm, and she spoke like a queen. It felt as if she were elevated and untouchable. Yet, the person orchestrating all of this was still lurking in the shadows.Natalie walked away.Her proud figure was something she had been born with. She wouldn't let anyone suppress her and succeed!-After exiting Radiant Tower, Natalie called Stephen. Since something significant had happened, Stephen would undoubtedly be aware of it.However, he hadn't called he
Natalie didn't know how she managed to leave Apex Global. Sitting in the car, she felt like a lost child.Just then, her phone vibrated. She picked it up and noted it was an internal call from Auro Studio. Honestly, whenever she saw calls from the internal line or from people like Zane and Karina, she couldn't help but tense. That was because they constantly reminded her of the dilemma she was facing. Even though this was her second change at life, in the face of such a situation, she... felt lost!Answering the call, she said, "Hello!""Can you come to the studio now?" Karina's voice sounded urgent, making Natalie's heart jump to her throat."What's going on?""It's the Premier Garden project!"Premier Garden Corporation? The project with Caleb Spencer?"What happened?""They need the designs urgently. You know how it is now, all our designers are..." Karina trailed off.Natalie understood. If Premier Garden Corporation needed it, Natalie had to handle it personally.