Chapter 473 Like a Puzzle

Natalie sipped on her tea, choosing not to answer Irwin’s question directly.

Instead, she remarked, “The fruit tea here in Wexford isn’t up to par.”

“If you want, I can have some sent over from Simeria for you tomorrow.”

“I prefer the one from Verde City. The taste there suits me better.”

After all, she grew up in Verde City. Even though she returned to Simeria, the flavor of Verde City remained her preference.

Irwin nodded. “Alright.”

After a momentary glance at Natalie, he asked, “Frederick?”

“If I want to know his whereabouts, will you tell me?” she asked.

Irwin had picked up the teacup, and his grip tightened momentarily at her question. A deeper intensity flickered in his eyes as he looked at Natalie.

Natalie met his gaze with a similar depth in her eyes.

The two of them stared deeply into each other’s eyes silently. The look in their eyes was so profound that

it was impossible to see what was truly in each other’s hearts.

Irwin had to admit that if anyone other than Natalie had used such a mental tactic, they would have long been unaware of the danger they were facing.

After a prolonged pause, Irwin chuckled. “Nat, you never hold back, do you? You’re not even trying to

conceal anything from me.”

Conceal?

Natalie echoed his laughter and finished her tea in one gulp.

all of you. I’ve always been transparent about what I want and

you want now?”

“I want information on Frederick.”

“You’re remarkably straightforward!”

have been,” she

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never played games or hid her intentions. She was upfront about the things

wanted

silence enveloped the

was evident

was waiting for Irwin’s answer.

Irwin broke the

“Yes?”

can give you everything else, just not him. Is that alright?” His tone at this moment carried a

undertone.

Irwin continued, “I consider you selling Frederick out to Malcolm

offset the ten years of me

supposed to compensate

indicated how important Frederick was

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I don’t want anything else.”

there was nothing else

hint of danger flashed in Irwin’s eyes in a

and nearly invisible, but Natalie was keenly aware of his

stubborn,” Irwin said with

do anything about

he should leave

said she would accompany him to Wexford, Irwin had

straightforward. However, he hadn’t anticipated she

Or perhaps…

half of

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