Turning Of The Tide

Chapter 69

The private room was a complete mess, with everything that could be smashed now lying in ruins,

Refusing to be defeated, Mia retrieved her phone and swiftly dialed Natalie’s number With a mischievous glint, she could not resist yelling. “Aren’t you curious to know who was behind the incident where you were drugged at the Foster family?”

There was silence on the other end, indicating that Natalie was listening. Mia felt a sense of triumph and continued to provoke her, “It was me. Aren’t you surprised? Do you want to know if Mr. Wilson is aware of it? Well, let me tell you, not only does he know, but he even had someone send me the information to keep it safe. You see, he didn’t want you to find out. Why do you think you have the right to compete with me? Just because you think you’re Mr. Wilson’s woman? Would he allow me to drug you if he truly liked you?”

With her objective achieved, Mia felt great satisfaction, and her mood significantly lifted.

As the call ended, Natalie’s complexion turned ashen, a wave of unease washing over her. Her chest tightened, making it difficult to draw a steady breath. Tears threatened to spill from her eyes, and she fought to hold them back.

Sensing Natalie’s distress, Sherri swiftly located a nearby parking spot and unfastened her seatbelt. Leaning closer, she looked at Natalie with genuine concern and asked, “Natalie, what happened? Who was on the phone?”

Sherri pondered, “Natalie is a strong woman. Besides Mr. Foster’s passing, no one had made Natalie lose her cool like this. She is clearly trying her best to suppress her emotions!”

After a moment of silence, Natalie turned her head and looked at Sherri with her bloodshot eyes as she asked, “Sherri… do you know who is responsible for drugging us at the Foster family?”

Sherri shook her head; she genuinely did not know. It would have caused a major rift if she had known, especially considering her

involvement with Hackett Blackwell.

In a trembling voice, Natalie whispered, “It was Mia Blackwell”

“That woman is utterly despicable! Is she completely unhinged? I am going to find her,” Sherri exclaimed as fury surged through her veins. She unlocked the car, readying herself to step out, but Natalie swiftly grasped her arm, preventing her from leaving.

In a muted voice, Natalie pleaded, “Don’t go. Trevon Wilson is determined to protect her. What could you possibly do to her?”

Sherri rose her voice, “What? Trevon Wilson not only knows about it but is actively protecting her. This is unacceptable! I don’t care if he’s Mr. Wilson or Mr. Theo. We cannot simply let this go. We must hold that woman accountable. Natalie, you wouldn’t let her escape unscathed, will you?”

friend as someone who would back down in the face of bullies. Throughout their lives, she recognized Natalie as a person who would never hesitate

outside, drawing solace from its calming presence. Returning

an immediate response to Natalie’s

Natalie’s somber mood, Sherri observed that it was particularly pronounced that day. She responded, “I can’t say whether Mia is considered a romantic interest, but… she happens

she accessed Trevon’s phone and effortlessly examined the chat history. It also clarifies how she could

weight of heartache settled upon Natalie. The realization pierced through her as she comprehended the depth of the betrayal. Her supposedly devoted husband had been aware of his ex-girlfriend’s role in the drugging incident, yet he willingly relinquished the evidence

he concerned that I will bully his

and asked carefully, “Natalie, are you… in love with Mr. Wilson?”

by Trevon’s betrayal? Natalie would not have

it is often said that the one who falls first is the one who suffers the

had lost her cool. However, the profound sense of

her

she never anticipated the profound devastation coursing through her veins. It seemed as though her husband, in collaboration with his mistress, had orchestrated a cruel conspiracy against her. It felt surreal as if her life had been transplanted into a dramatic television series unfolding before

with a wry smile and mused, “How absurd. I never anticipated developing any feelings for him. Perhaps it’s because I

with her self-deprecation. “Don’t give me that look. Please, don’t worry. I’m perfectly fine,” she assured, masking any hint of vulnerability. “I haven’t fallen in love with him. At most, it’s just a fleeting fondness. Now that I see things clearly, I can cut my losses in time. I’m not at a complete loss. The only aspect that troubles me is that my grandfather arranged this marriage. He had only wanted me to find happiness, but it seems this union is shaping up to be an even greater disappointment than my mother’s. I can only apologize to my grandfather for failing to live up to his

for any scumbag. Natalie, you deserve someone far better. Your world will be imbued with beauty once you distance yourself from these

think I’m some beauty wandering around Athana in endless circles? Why not claim I’ve circled the entire Earth while you’re at it? Besides, aren’t you the one getting married? If you decide to become a nun because of me, I can already picture your mother hunting me down in the dead

“Isn’t that just stating the obvious truth? If you truly decide not to marry, I’ll be right by your side. I’ll stand by my best friend no matter what, even

go for pizza!” Natalie

Natalie’s emotions had calmed down, she started to move

his handsome appearance and well-built physique aligned perfectly with a woman’s aesthetic. This allure proved irresistible for

determine the development of feelings. Some individuals can spend years. together without forming any

quantified by time or constrained to a linear progression. They are deeply personal and subjective, transcending rigid timelines or predetermined sequences. Guided by the desires and inclinations of the heart, they are often ignited by a profound

dramas that depicted various types of

intimacy, including assisting Natalie with changing clothes and sharing meals, and recently, they even engaged in a physical relationship. The first time is important

is not a good person,” Sherri quietly sighed while carefully analyzing the reasons