Chapter 012

Natalie's POV.

I thought dinner with Sebastian's mother would be something pleasant and memorable, oh well I thought wrong. From the moment I saw her, I knew something wasn't right. She wasn't polite enough and there was this tension I couldn't shake. And there was Genevieve, Sebastian's sister, she was a thorn in the flesh.

She sat at the head of the table, her actions cold and stiff. The moment our eyes met, I could feel her resentment towards me. I wasn't sure why, but she made zero effort to hide her disdain. It was obvious to everyone she didn't like me.

And I must say, even though I am that person who cared less about people's perception of me, I cared about hers this time.

“So, you’re the new wife,” she said, her voice sharp like a knife. “How does it feel to be part of this family?”

I forced a smile, even though her words made me uncomfortable. “I’m grateful for the opportunity,” I replied, trying to sound polite.

Her lips curled into a small, cold smile. “I see.”

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