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Chapter 188

Author: Cantaloupe
last update Last Updated: 2024-03-04 23:11:33
The guests couldn't help but wonder where Natalie came from. Was there going to be a new Mrs. Grayson soon?

Upon receiving the order, the bodyguards immediately grabbed Natasha, dragging her to the door.

Their grip was incredibly strong, squeezing her arms tightly.

Natasha's arms felt like they were on fire. It was as if they had turned swollen.

Everyone around her stared, whispering and pointing.

Natasha frowned.

After enduring the strange, curious looks from the guests along the way, she was finally pushed and dragged to the exit.

"Can you let go now? We're already at the door," Natasha said with a faint smile. However, her gaze was cold.

She wondered what Natalie had said that made Philip completely disregard the Grayson family's etiquette and have the bodyguard drag her away.

It was quite an effective ploy.

Natalie had stolen the limelight that day. Everyone in the circle of wealthy families in Oceanville would know her by now.

Just like she had wished, she became well-k
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