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Who's the Substitute Now? Chapter 570
With her gaze fixed on Joshua, Natalie's heart began pounding uncontrollably.Joshua was unbelievably handsome. No matter how many times she looked at him, her heart wouldn't stop fluttering. With his face so close to hers, she blushed so furiously that her cheeks were a brighter shade than her blood.Natasha had said she didn't love Joshua at all. But how could that be possible?Given his face, no woman would be able to resist him, especially considering he was Grayson Corporation's president. Natalie didn't believe anyone wouldn't be swayed by him.Joshua squeezed out a dollop of medication onto his fingertips. The ointment emitted a faint fragrance.With his slender fingers, he gently applied the medication to the wound. His touch was delicate and ticklish, which minimized the pain in her lips greatly. Suddenly, the mood shifted."Josh…" Natalie softly called out his name, instinctively grabbing hold of the lapel of his suit jacket. She wanted to kiss him.However, just as sh
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"Taking me home?" Natasha's long lashes fluttered with uncertainty. "You mean… back home?"Daniel released Natasha, who seemed somewhat bewildered, and poured her a glass of water.She accepted it but didn't take even a sip, still staring blankly at Daniel as she questioned, "Do you mean back to the Sullivan residence?"Daniel nodded, his tone unusually gentle. "Yes. I'm bringing you back to the Sullivan residence to see your family."Natasha was startled by that, and her heart trembled. As a result, she lost her grip on her cup, and warm water spilled out, soaking the sheets."What's wrong? Did you hurt yourself?" Hearing the commotion, Daniel immediately rushed to Natasha, fearing she might encounter any more problems.Natasha shook her head repeatedly. "I'm fine. I didn't hurt myself." Refusing to believe her, Daniel insisted on checking on her before finally calming down. "Be careful! Perhaps you haven't fully recovered yet. Are your hands still shaking?"His tone was unus
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"Alright, just lie down and take a short rest," Daniel said. "I'll have a driver pick you up in a more comfortable ride."The car downstairs is just not suitable. Since you've just recovered from a serious illness, you must ride in the best car."In their household, everything had to be the best for Natasha.With that, he reached for his phone to call the driver as she obediently lay down.As soon as her head touched the pillow, a memory flashed through her mind. She was sitting on the cold marble floor, half-conscious, when a man appeared in front of her with a flashlight.She couldn't quite make out his face as the flashlight was dim, but he seemed familiar. The way he just butted into her view reminded her of Jacob.Although Natasha knew that was likely just a hallucination caused by her fever, she didn't want to completely dismiss the possibility.Lying on the hospital bed, she reached out to tug on Daniel's shirt. "Uncle Daniel, can I ask you something?"Daniel turned to h
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Joshua watched Natalie as she slept soundly. Her hair was draped over the pillow like a cascading waterfall. Her expression was peaceful and serene, and her breathing was steady.While his gaze was fixed on her, he saw someone else in her.They looked so similar. In his eyes, Natalie's profile really resembled Natasha.His grip on the cigarette tightened, and the ash began falling faster.Natasha and Natalie usually had entirely different styles and personalities, with a significant contrast in demeanor. At most, there was a slight resemblance between them.However, Natalie looked exactly like Natasha when she was asleep without makeup.He stared at her intently. Without makeup, Natalie seemed less lively and innocent, and more serene and composed.It felt strange to him. Although he felt that way, he was astonished by the sight of her. For the first time, he saw Natasha through Natalie.As he continued to gaze at her, he suddenly felt as though he were transported to the hospi
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As he was about to leave, he glanced at Natalie, who was still asleep. A thought flashed through his mind. Should he say something to Natalie?What if she woke up and couldn't find him? Would she feel abandoned again?What if she ended up crying and calling him like she did last night? What would he do then?Given how insecure Natalie was, she would be heartbroken if he wasn't beside her when she woke up.Stopping in his tracks, Joshua stood by her bed, hesitating.…After the medication's side effects kicked in, Natasha felt groggy. She curled up under the blanket and drifted off to sleep again."Natty… Natty, wake up."Hearing the voice, Natasha rubbed her head, reluctantly opening her eyes.Daniel cooed gently, "The driver has arrived. We can leave now."He held a glass of water in one hand and another box of medicine with "Sullivan" engraved on it."Here's our family's medicine. Take them. They'll help you recover."Natasha nodded. "Okay."With Daniel's assistance, s
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There were plenty of young, eligible nurses at Flowerville Central Hospital. Hence, they naturally paid attention to their handsome visitors. Even a mildly attractive man walking through the hospital corridors would catch their eye.With the sudden arrival of such a handsome gentleman, their attention was immediately captivated. After all, he wasn't just good-looking—he was also carrying flowers, appearing like a romantic lover.While it was finding a handsome man was considered a feat, finding one who was both handsome and romantic was quite difficult.Wherever Joshua went, he stirred up excitement among the nurses. Everyone hoped to catch his attention.Initially, Joshua didn't notice the commotion around him as he was focused solely on seeing Natasha as soon as possible. However, the commotion gradually grew more noticeable, and some nurses were eager enough to ask him for his phone number.Frowning, Joshua pursed his lips and quickened his already brisk pace. Fortunately, Nata
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"Where did the patient in this room go?" The first question Joshua asked upon entering the room was about Natasha's whereabouts.One of the young nurses hesitated for a few seconds. "The patient in this room…"She picked up the record sheet from the table and checked the information for the room. "This young lady was transferred to another hospital this morning."Transferred? Joshua's eyes widened."To which hospital was she transferred?""Well…" The young nurse seemed new and unfamiliar with the matter. She scrambled to find the records. "It doesn't seem to be written here. Let me check the computer for you."Joshua followed the nurse to the computer, but she struggled to find any information, even dropping the mouse twice due to her nervousness."I'm so sorry. It's not recorded here.""It's not recorded?" Joshua's gaze turned fierce.The nurse was started. Initially, she had been emboldened by his good looks to strike up a conversation with him. However, at the moment, she w
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Natasha groggily dragged herself into the car. Due to the surgery she had just undergone the previous day, her steps were still a bit unsteady.The doctor beside her was very attentive. He immediately noticed Natasha's condition and carefully helped her into the car, saying, "Just follow me."The car was an extended version of a Rolls-Royce, with a sleek body that screamed luxury as soon as one entered.The table, couch, tableware, cabinets—everything one could need was readily available. And upon further inspection, there was even a bed tucked away in the back."Let Natty rest on the bed for a while!" Daniel instructed as he followed behind."Okay, I'll help her over there," the doctor nodded and guided Natasha to the back. "Please watch your step."Natasha sat on the edge of the bed. However, Daniel approached with a cup of water before she could fully relax. "Natty, take some of this medicine first. I just prepared it. It's good for your body."Natasha looked up at him. "Didn
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He didn't know where this sense of loss came from, but it hung over Joshua like a low-pressure system and seemed impossible to dispel. His expression visibly darkened. Yet, he seemed to want to maintain his dignity and didn't want Natasha to discern his sense of loss. So Joshua pursed his lips, forcefully suppressing the feeling and putting on a blank expression. He seemed indifferent to Natasha's proposed condition."How about it? Does Mr. Grayson need more time to consider?" Natasha sat calmly in her chair, tilting her head slightly. She was confident this time that Joshua would definitely agree. Although she felt a bit uneasy about using Philip's life as leverage against Joshua, she believed it was the best option at the moment. Given Joshua's personality, using trivial things as leverage wouldn't pose any threat to him. Besides family members' lives, everything else was insignificant to him. She had no other choice.As Natasha spoke, her eyebrows furrowed lightly, and her
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As soon as Joshua heard Natasha mention there were conditions, he instantly had a bad feeling. Although Natasha didn't explicitly state the conditions, Joshua understood that they definitely wouldn't be easy."What conditions are you talking about?" He propped his chin up with his hand, looking at Natasha seriously.Natasha smiled and raised her lips. "What are the conditions? You should know."Joshua was slightly stunned. He knew what the conditions were?He furrowed his brows earnestly, trying hard to figure out what conditions Natasha was talking about.Could it be…"Are you trying to make it a condition to drive Natalie away from the Grayson Villa?" Joshua raised an eyebrow. Considering recent events, Joshua couldn't think of any other conditions.As soon as this was said, Natasha was momentarily dumbfounded.What was he talking about?Natasha tried to find a word to describe Joshua's thoughts, but after a long time, she couldn't bring herself to say it. Joshua's train of
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Natasha blinked her eyes. It seemed that Joshua was anticipating her rejection in advance."Since you can enter the Sullivan residence, your relationship with them must be extraordinary."It's not like people with Joshua's and Natalie's status could enter. But Natasha could, which undoubtedly indicated that she still had something to hide from him."Since you have this relationship with the Sullivans, helping Grandfather should be a simple matter."As soon as these words came out, Natasha sneered, "Simple matter?""Although I do have some connection with the Sullivans, it's not to the extent where I can freely arrange the Sullivans miracle worker's schedule."The position of the Sullivan's miracle worker is well-known. Since you are aware of it, you shouldn't say such things. You're overestimating me."Natasha was blatantly lying and trying to deceive Joshua."Someone with the status of the Sullivan's miracle worker would only save someone if he wanted to. If he doesn't have th
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As soon as Joshua said the name "Jacob", Natasha felt like her throat was being choked, and was unable to breathe properly.Her breathing became somewhat erratic."What's wrong? Do you know him or not?" Joshua spoke, narrowing his eyes. His pupils contracted, and he looked sharp and almost menacing.It seemed like any slight movement from Natasha couldn't escape his gaze."I…" Natasha began.She seemed a bit hesitant but also seemed not at all. Finally, she calmly spoke, "I don't know him.""Don't know him?" Joshua raised an eyebrow.He seemed somewhat incredulous, repeatedly confirming, "You really don't know him?"Natasha nodded, her expression very firm. "I don't know him."She looked somewhat puzzled, her tone confused as she asked, "Who is Jacob? Is he also from the Graysons?"Joshua stared at Natasha motionlessly, as if trying to find a flaw on her face.But Natasha remained calm. Her expression was very normal and without any flaws.Joshua stared for a long time. Eve
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"Please help us remove all these dishes and replace them with some new ones." Natasha pointed to the dishes on the table.The waitress was startled, instinctively asking, "Is there any problem with these dishes? Please point them out, and we will correct them immediately."Natasha smiled gracefully. "No, there's nothing wrong."It was just that these dishes accidentally touched Joshua's nerve."Is it because the dishes don't suit your taste?" the waitress continued to inquire."Not really." Natasha shook her head.Although, she hadn't even taken a bite. She didn't even know if these dishes were good or not.If Joshua's gaze hadn't been so intimidating, she would have tried them so as not to waste them.Next time, she had to bring Austin to try the dishes at this restaurant."So what's wrong with these dishes? We can convey your feedback to the kitchen, or we can replace them with new dishes for you free of charge. Would that be acceptable to you?" the waitress asked.The wait
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Joshua's tone sounded casual and his expression indifferent, as if discussing something unrelated to him. Yet, it gave the impression that he was talking about his own affairs."Is it worth it?" Natasha murmured, repeating the question.Perhaps because Joshua exuded a melancholic air, Natasha stopped in her tracks and earnestly answered the question. "If this mother is willing to do it, then it must be worth it."Upon hearing this, Joshua looked at her, his melancholy seeming to deepen."Is that so? Do you also think that everything this mother does is worth it?"The sorrowful expression in his eyes seemed so thick that it was unbreakable.Natasha was surprised to see Joshua like this. She didn't understand why Joshua had suddenly changed."A parent's love for their child involves careful planning. Every mother who selflessly sacrifices for her child is great…"Natasha considered her tone carefully. "A mother who wholeheartedly loves her child would do this, wouldn't she?"Bef
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They were different people.In a flash, Natasha instinctively pushed him away.She stood up straight, her tone serious as she said, "Joshua, please behave yourself." Her gentle fingers brushed against Joshua's shirt, seemingly carrying her fresh fragrance with it.The sudden push caught Joshua off guard.Looking up, he found Natasha wanting to keep her distance from him as if he were a ferocious beast.This look even made Joshua doubt himself. Was he that bad to warrant such a reaction from her?Before he could come to a conclusion, Natasha had already picked up her bag, seemingly ready to leave."If Mr. Grayson has nothing else to do today, I'll be taking my leave first."Joshua's behavior just now caught her off guard.Anyway, from the looks of it, he probably wouldn't agree to a divorce.Since Joshua had made up his mind, it was pointless for her to linger here. It was better to go home and avoid hearing any more of Joshua's "seductive" words."Wait," Joshua called out
