Turning Of The Tide

Chapter 84

Chapter 84

After completing their orders, the two of them remained inside the room, exchanging laughter and banter while eagerly awaiting the arrival of Edward

A few minutes later, they heard some commotion at the door.

Natalie nudged Sherri beside her, urging her to get up and suggesting going out for a meal first.

Now feeling a hint of unease, Sherri found her smile freezing on her face. “Natalie, I suddenly feel a bit lightheaded. Please tell Edward that I’m not feeling well”

Natalie raised an eyebrow, her thoughts racing. “She’s going to pull off this act?”

But realizing Sherri’s genuine fear, Natalie decided to play along and not expose her ruse.

She powered down the computer. set it aside, and made her way out of the room. As she caught sight of the man’s shoulders, still glistening with water droplets, “Has it been raining outside?

Edward’s voice, as soothing as ever, filled the room. “Yeah, it’s pouring out there. Thankfully, I parked the car in the basement, so it didn’t get wet.”

Natalie swiftly entered the bathroom, retrieved a dry towel, and offered it to Edward. “Here, give yourself a quick wipe. Your clothes seem to have gotten a little damp.”

Edward accepted the towel with a smile, using it to pat dry his shoulders. He then turned around and inquired, “Is my back

wet?”

She took the towel from his hands and gently dried his back without hesitation. “All taken care of”

Edward seemed momentarily puzzled but quickly regained his composure. He asked. “And what about Sherri?”

Knowing that she couldn’t deceive Edward, known for his kindness and honesty. “Um, well, Sherri isn’t feeling well.”

Upon hearing her answer, Edward immediately grasped the situation. He called out to the guest room, lus voice firm and resolute. “Sherri, you have one minute to come out or face the consequences”

Sherri swiftly recovered from her illness and dashed out of the room, calling out in a low voice, “Edward,” with her head bowed to convey her acknowledgment of wrongdoing, much like a repentant child.

Natalie stepped in to defuse the impending explosion, attempting to alleviate the tension. “Why don’t we grab a bite and have a detailed conversation afterward?”

Edward shot Sherri a stern glance. “We’ll discuss this later.”

Behind Edward, Sherri gestured to Natalie, silently conveying that she would be saved later. Natalie couldn’t help but think that she might also face a lecture. After all, crossing a muddy river was no easy feat. She shrugged her shoulders, accepting the situation.

Unbeknownst to Edward, the two girls engaged in a silent mime performance behind him.

into her evening

table laden with an array of mouthwatering dishes. Grilled salmon fillet, grilled steak, roasted turkey, buttered lobster, garden salad with ranch

demeanor. It brought her a small sense of relief. reaffirming the power of Natalie’s

beckoned Edward. ‘Please help yourself

are using sugary ammunition on me, aren’t you? Is that man who

fell into a stunned

was left

presence, bowing her head and slowly picking at her food, counting each morsel she brought to her

pressing on her. She couldn’t let Sherri take all the

and shoulder the responsibility herself. “Edward, I need to come clean about something. I’m the one who should be held accountable for what happened

wanted to speak up in her defense, but a meaningful look from Natalie silenced

Natalie was defending Sherri,

went to the Foster family to retrieve my late mother’s belongings. Sherri insisted on accompanying me, fearing for my safety. However, we were unknowingly subjected to a malicious act. The culprit tampered with the entire table, drugging all the guests, including older people and children. We let our guard down, and as a result, we lost consciousness. During that time, I failed to protect Sherri. It’s entirely my fault.”

behind this incident. After all, the matter had been resolved, and they eagerly anticipated the

this explanation. He assumed Sherri had brought a child from some reckless affair. If that were the case, he would also share the responsibility for not caring for them properly. Upon his return, he had been preoccupied. with company matters, neglecting to offer sufficient care

Sherri was affected, and Natalie… The realization struck him, causing

were you affected too?

stretch as he tightly gripped his fork,

find the right words, pausing briefly to collect her thoughts. She had always regarded Edward as an older brother figure, imbued with a sense of reverence. She wanted to carefully choose

couldn’t contain her urgency as she hastily interjected, “Yes, Natalie is pregnant too. We’re both

soul had been wrenched from his

constriction in his throat. “Is what… Sherri saying, truly happening?”

transgression. She lowered her head, her

he was not an avid smoker, he stood up to gather his thoughts and maintain a facade of composure. “I need some fresh air.

balcony door open, seeking solace and

stemmed from both of them being

it difficult to continue eating without

him.

the balcony. Then, she leaned

actions he might take next. All they could do was wait for his return and gauge his reaction. Hence, she shook her head,

air. “What do we do now? If Edward refuses to help, it will be quite a predicament. I truly wish

wholeheartedly. That woman had no moral boundaries, showing no mercy to the young or the elderly. At this point, she was too overwhelmed to care about anyone else. Natalie knew she wasn’t perfect, struggling to navigate

a jumble

a brief

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