Bianca's voice seethed with rage as she exclaimed, "Why didn't you just get rid of that child?" The fury in her tone was unmistakable.Cedric seemed to be an ever-present figure in Natalie's life. First, he mistreated Natalie, and now he pulled this move.Natalie sighed. "She's just a child."While she had reservations about Kayla and didn't particularly want to be around her, she didn't harbor the same extreme feelings as Bianca."Why doesn't he just leave with that child?" Bianca's anger was as clear as day. If Isabella's daughter meant so much to Cedric, he should spend his life with her!Compared to Bianca's fiery temper, Natalie appeared more composed. "It's up to him wherever he chooses to go with the child.""You're really okay with that?""Yes," Natalie responded. Aside from the discomfort she felt when Isabella's name was mentioned, she remained unfazed."But with him here in Simeria and close to you, there are bound to be complications," Bianca warned.Natali
Of course not!Right from the start, Natalie knew Malcolm should pray that he never gave Bianca a chance to turn things around. Otherwise, chaos would ensue in Simeria.Given the circumstances, Natalie knew persuading Bianca to leave Simeria was futile. Even if she did, as Bianca mentioned, she'd have no future and certainly no freedom. Given Malcolm's intense vendetta against her because of Faye, Bianca would be hunted down no matter where she went.At that time, the fate awaiting her would be unimaginable."Bia," Natalie murmured, looking at Bianca and feeling the weight of their situation. Marriage and men were intricate webs. Once trapped, escape might be impossible.These were things that women should not easily get involved with. Once involved, it would be irreparable and beyond redemption if they made the wrong choice."You can't drink now, right?" Bianca asked as she gently caressed Natalie's cheek with elegant fingers.Natalie replied, "Just a little."Although i
Just as they left Hillside Estate and reached the foot of the mountain, the car stopped.The driver exclaimed, "Ms. Walker..."Ahead, a Phantom obstructed their path, preventing them from reaching the main road. Despite the darkness, Natalie's blurred vision could discern that the car belonged to Cedric. A chill ran down her spine.With a thud, Cedric emerged from his vehicle and approached her side. The driver recognized him, and an underlying tension filled the air."Ms. Walker, we can turn around and...!""No need," Natalie said.If Cedric had gone to such lengths to corner her here, what more could he be capable of? Before she could react further, Cedric had already opened her car door, his demeanor hinting at an unspoken dominance.In the presence of Zane's driver, Natalie maintained her composure. She calmly exited the vehicle and entered Cedric's car. Then, they drove silently towards Peach Garden.Over time, Natalie had noticed that conversing with Cedric invariably
Isabella always held the most prominent place in his heart. What had he said back then? He said that Natalie wouldn't owe Isabella anything else after she gave up her eyes for her.What a joke!If Natalie had wanted surgery, she would have undergone it long ago. Why wait until now?When Natalie exited the medical room, Kayla stood in the hallway. Upon seeing her, Kayla approached with evident nervousness and apprehension."Mommy."Natalie was silent, but the child's persistence in calling her Mommy genuinely made her feel pity for the girl. Kayla Walker had been the child's name since she could remember, and it was possible... That her birth had been planned a long time ago.Perhaps Kayla was a pawn from the very start.When Cedric emerged, he saw Kayla cautiously reaching out to hold Natalie's hand, her eyes full of hope and anticipation. The moment Natalie felt Kayla touch her, especially noticing Kayla's striking resemblance to Isabella, she impulsively raised her han
By the time Natalie finished her shower, it was almost eleven. The nanny had left, so Natalie placed pillows around the bed to ensure Luna's safety."Mama, Mama!" Luna gleefully climbed over her, clearly in a delightful mood.Natalie's expression softened. "Oh, you. My little princess!"Luna nestled against Natalie. Whether rolling around in her arms or rubbing her face against Natalie's, their joyous interaction was harmonious.Unintentionally, Natalie thought of Cedric's tenderness towards Kayla. Though she held no affection for him, the thought of his affection for Kayla made her uneasy. Perhaps she felt she always played second fiddle in Cedric's world. Now, she found herself comparing Kayla and Luna, wondering if Cedric would prioritize Kayla as he had done Isabella similarly in times of need.Based on Cedric's current attitude towards Kayla, it seemed very likely."Mama! Milk!" Luna mumbled sleepily, showing signs of exhaustion.Natalie cradled her gently, her heart fl
The atmosphere on the scene tensed instantly!"Cly, take the child..." Just as Clyde was about to step forward with clenched fists, Natalie's voice stopped him in his tracks.When Clyde and Cedric's eyes met, it felt as if two wild wolves had met. Their gazes were terrifyingly intense."Go on," Natalie said, shooting Clyde a fierce glance when she saw him hesitating.Eventually, Clyde shot Cedric a resentful look and left. Luna had already been wheeled into a hospital room.When Kyle parked and entered, he immediately noticed Luna being escorted away by the doctors. A fleeting glance at the child sent chills down his spine.He instinctively scanned the scene, especially noting Clyde's cold demeanor as he passed. Although Clyde seemed calm, anyone familiar with the man would know the depth of that chill.With Clyde gone, Cedric forcefully pressed Natalie against the cold, disinfectant-scented corridor wall, his eyes burning red with anger."Why didn't you answer my calls?"
Inside the hospital room, Clyde glanced at the child resting on the bed. Despite the fever, Luna remained in a deep sleep, unaware of her surroundings. "Her nose and mouth resemble his so much," Clyde muttered, his brows furrowed.Natalie remained silent.Recalling her earlier encounter, she felt fortunate that Kyle had stopped himself. Had he not, and if word got back to Cedric, the entire Simeria might have been thrown into chaos!Even without full knowledge, things had already escalated significantly. The implications of what might happen if the truth came out were unthinkable."Please don't mention it," she pleaded."Cedric just made a call to Wexford," Clyde revealed."Was it to do something to you again?" Natalie's head began to throb.Cedric's unpredictable temperament always left her on edge. Each of his actions seemed hasty, without forethought. How had she not noticed this about him before they married? Why did he seem increasingly unreasonable now?!"He suggest
Three days flew by in the blink of an eye.One day before the banquet, Natalie received numerous custom gowns and various products from Sylvan Gems. There were even makeup artists and stylists for the day itself.Natalie felt a pang of distress when she saw such a grand display. "Mom, it's really not necessary.""Why wouldn't it be? You and Cly will be performing the opening dance tomorrow. My princess needs to look the most stunning!" Heather emphasized."But isn't this a bit too..." Natalie trailed off."...""I have too many things," Natalie admitted truthfully. Ever since she returned to the Jarvis family, Heather had been showering her with the best of everything. The disparity between her and Winona had once confused Natalie, but now she understood. Over the past two years, Stephen had been searching for Clyde. So, the responsibilities of Regal Horizons International had fallen on her shoulders during that time.Now that Clyde had returned, Stephen's spirits were lif