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Natalie's face twisted into a frown when she saw Natasha.Natasha saw how Natalie reacted, but she didn't react angrily as Natalie had done. Instead, she calmly raised her glass in a toast to Natalie from a distance.Her smile, which was accentuated by the light, was charming yet frivolous. It made Natalie's frown grow deeper.She wondered if Natasha was trying to provoke her, and anger bubbled up inside her.She gritted her teeth, ready to erupt, but then remembered they were in public. Besides, she needed to stay composed and hide her true nature since Carly was nearby.So, Natalie forced herself to look away from Natasha.Natasha noticed that Natalie's expression wasn't softening. It was getting worse. Natalie looked as if she could devour Natasha. Natasha blinked her eyes in resignation.Moments ago, her greeting to Natalie had been without any animosity. It seemed as if Natalie held a strong grudge against her, so much so that Natalie didn't even bother to pretend to be fri

Natasha stood casually yet elegantly. Her eyes narrowed as she sipped her drink and enjoyed the taste of alcohol.She noticed Natalie and Carly hastily making their way out of her sight, and she observed them intently until they disappeared.Just as Natasha was about to set her glass down, a man named Brian Jeffords suddenly approached her."Excuse me, are you here by yourself?" Brian's voice was crisp and clear.Natasha met his deep, small eyes. He had a distinctive nose and an air of sophistication. He wore a white shirt and tie, without a suit jacket. She figured he might have taken it off somewhere."Do you need something?" Natasha asked with indifference. She didn't recognize him, and despite his attractiveness and apparent sophistication, she had no interest in engaging with him.Brian didn't seem to be bothered by her lack of interest. He smiled and pointed to the glass she held. "The wine you're enjoying is a 1997 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. It has a truly unique flavor.

Joshua couldn't take his eyes off Natasha's profile, frustrated that she was out of his control. He couldn't quite put his feelings into words, but the frustration lingered, and a flood of emotions washed over him.Natasha noticed him staring but ignored him. The cool night air brushed against her as she stood by the railing, sipping her drink alone.She wasn't keen on talking to him. She wished he would pick up on her silent cues and leave on his own, as this spot was her sanctuary.Yet, Joshua was oblivious to her signals. Being as proud as he was, he could never take hints. He gazed at her uninterested expression for what felt like an eternity.Natasha usually had an unworldly air about her that made her seem a little aloof, but today, she gave Joshua a different impression. She looked slightly flushed, which suggested she might have had a few too many to drink.Joshua's expression grew tense as he watched Natasha continue to drink. She took sip after sip until her glass was al

Joshua noticed the confused look on Natasha's face but had a feeling that she was faking it. He asked, "Who do you think I'm talking about?"He held back his emotions, not wanting his words to be too harsh or embarrass Natasha."I have no idea who you're talking about," Natasha replied.She got even more confused. His words were so vague that she had no idea how to respond.She suggested, "There are plenty of people in the hall if you need to talk."Her comment struck a nerve with Joshua, and there was an instant change in his expression.Inside the hall, as Natasha had mentioned, guests mingled with smiles on their faces. Yet, Joshua felt like an outsider even though the atmosphere was cheerful.These guests were from Topola's respected families. They were full of pride and tended to look down on families from other towns.In Oceanville, Joshua wielded considerable power. He was a force to be reckoned with as he could easily overpower anyone who opposed the Graysons.However,

Joshua gritted his teeth and smirked. "So, you finally admit to it, huh? What about the guy who's living with you? Just come clean rather than make excuses."Natasha found his aggressive demeanor amusing. She questioned, "Are you kidding? Why should I admit to something that never happened?"Is it a hobby of yours to beat false confessions out of people? Don't you find this ridiculous, Mr. Grayson?"She didn't bother to take her glass from his grasp. After saying her piece, she decided to leave on her own since Joshua showed no sign of leaving."Wait." Joshua's voice came from behind her. "Would you care to explain the leather shoes in the shoe rack at Imperial Heights, since you claim I'm accusing you?"Joshua was a tall man, and the moonlight cast a long shadow across the floor. He stood sternly in the eerie silence in anticipation of her answer.Natasha stopped in her tracks. Suddenly, there was a click in her mind.The shoes had to be Daniel's. Joshua must have seen them the