The phone call was from Yulia.

“Mom,” Natalie greeted and pressed her cell phone against her ear while she rolled the car window down.

“Baby girl, I'm returning tomorrow,” Yulia said over the phone.

Immediately, Natalie's back stiffened. “Tomorrow?”

“What happened? It seems like you don't want me to return,” Yulia narrowed her eyes as she spoke.

“What do you mean? Mom, stop joking around.” Natalie forced out a laugh while her gaze darted in a panic.

“Alright, I'll stop teasing you. Harrison, that old fool, has already sent the subpoena overseas. As a result, I've been forced to return and take legal action.” Yulia pouted in frustration.

“How long will the court session last?” Natalie turned to glance out the window.

“The preliminary trial will take place on the day after tomorrow. All Harrison has left is you and your brother. I'm certain that he wants one of his children to take care of him when he's older. However, I won't let him have his way. Judging by our current situation, we might need to go through several lawsuits!” Yulia's mood darkened as she explained.

“I think so too.” Natalie nodded in agreement.

Yulia scoffed. “If he wants to go to court, I will play along and make him pay up until he has nothing left under his name!”

“Mom, you have all my support!” Natalie cheered and pumped her fists in the air.

“Alright, I have a flight at ten in the morning tomorrow. I'll land around six in the evening. Baby girl, don't forget to pick me up at the airport, okay?” Yulia informed her.

“Don't worry. I won't forget about it.” Natalie let out a bitter smile.

If Mom comes back, she'll find out that I'm in a relationship with Shane. I hope that she won't explode in

the call ended, Natalie couldn't help but shake her head in exasperation. “Ms. Smith, Mr. Shane has just returned,” Silas announced politely when she

greeted

the back door before he sank into the seat beside

you alright?” Natalie asked with a

temples as he replied. The tone of his

Yet, she was caught between a rock and a hard place. Even if I ask him about it, there's

car!” Shane instructed

Shane, should I head to the villa

turned to Natalie, gesturing for her to

Since I'm not pregnant, I don't need the rest,” Natalie spoke up

Silas whirled around

a false pregnancy,”

she exited the hospital. It turned out that the same thing happened to a small

part

turned to Shane with a

he received the news. But now, all

further.

handed it to Shane. “I'm returning

to me? What do you mean?” Instead of accepting the ring, Shane stared at

Natalie murmured and

to marry you because you were pregnant?” Shane's hands balled

this really how she

an excuse,

you don't want it, just throw it away then!” Shane interrupted before she could finish. With that, he closed his eyes and leaned against the car seat, refusing to even spare

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