Chapter 111

Feeling the weight of her mistake, Natalie blurted out, "It's Natasha's fault!"

All she wanted was to avoid Joshua thinking poorly of her.

"Natasha! She…" Natalie stammered as she tried to conjure up excuses.

Memories rushed back, reminding her of how Joshua had been disappointed in her due to Natasha in the past.

Fortunately, Natalie had fabricated a lie back then, explaining that her mother had fallen seriously ill and passed away overseas. This left her in a financial bind, compelling her to work hard to make ends meet.

This tale managed to prevent Joshua from continuing to get angry, but Natalie was aware that each excuse she created chipped away at Joshua's affection for her.

She knew she couldn't tarnish the cherished image of being Joshua's first love in his heart.

Joshua quirked an eyebrow and questioned, "What did Natasha do this time?"

Natalie anxiously tugged at her dress hem, still scrambling to come up with an excuse. Beads of sweat formed on her forehead as nervou