Chapter 181 Not Giving In

As soon as Stephen mentioned Irwin’s return, a complex array of emotions flashed through Natalie’s mind.

Up to this point, Stephen only knew that Cedric was the reason for his inability to enter Verde City.

But as for Irwin’s side of the

tor Stephen was unaware.

Guilt welled up within her.

“It seems like everything went smoothly on his end!”

Natalie sighed in relief.

Stephen remarked, “He’s youthful and bold!”

The words held some ambiguous meaning, but Natalie sensed the urgency in Irwin’s situation.

She remained silent.

Stephen continued discussing work matters, offering insights into business strategies, all of which

Natalie absorbed.

After ending the call, the secretary entered and said, ‘Ms. Walker, Mr. Johnson is here!”

Natalie had just relaxed, and she frowned at the news.

Cedric entered, followed by Yuvan, holding a takeout box.

“So soon?”

Natalie was clearly caught off guard by Cedric’s swift arrival. After all, she only managed to get in two

phone calls.

Is the meeting over, or has it not started?” Cedric asked instead of answering her question.

Natalie pursed her l*ps, unwilling to speak. Seeing her Irritated expression, Cedric chuckled with a hint of

indulgence in his eyes that Yuvan noticed.

After setting up the meal, Yuvan left. As the door closed, the look in Yuvan’s eyes changed.

Now that only Natalie and Cedric were left in the room, Cedric walked over to her.

He pulled her up from the chair and said, “Even if you’re busy, you need to eat, hmm?”

one was unusually gentle

This gentleness was something Natalie had experienced in a previous life.

Unfortunately, everything had changed!

were the hurtful public opinion,

brought was from a

said indifferently, “You don’t need

her, it was

tone but failed to

“Irwin is coming back!”

Natalie replied, “You’re well–informed!”

want to avoid involving

eyes

indulgent, yet the warning

didn’t want

the lesson you’ve taught me this time, I wouldn’t dare to stir up trouble in front of you

said, looking at Cedric

He laughed.

and his smile was soothing to behold. Yet, this face

of her previous

but her

clever,” Cedric

Horizons? Why hasn’t my uncle completely resolved

bluntly.

on Cedric’s face

today’s work, everything will be resolved.

Natake was speechless.

How shameless of him!

if Cedric had taught her a lesson this time. He wasn’t the

much more of him that

had been the closest person by his side over the years. If she didn’t know, everyone else would

even more clueless.

“Eat your vegetables!”

he observed Natalie quietly eating

in a

her demeanor, Cedric felt anger rising again. His phone vibrated, and it was a call from

He answered, “Hello.”

end sounded aggrieved, buzzing

bothered to pay attention.

minutes later, he said, “Alright,

finished eating and put

your

Natalie replied curtly. She had no

Cedric’s expression darkened.

of yours!”

about the past Natalie. Back then, she never spoke in such a tone. What had pushed

If you don’t like

to know that Cedric had questioned her many times about

most obedient daughter of the

Natalie had, then Christina was the second. Unfortunately,

couldn’t avoid this person

How annoying!

Cedric’s temper flared.

the lessons I’ve given you recently weren’t enough. Do you want more?” He

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