CEO's Passion: Love by Mistake

Natalie was surprised.

As Catherine had mentioned, it was best to see Sam one last time, on account of their marital relationship.

After all, she did fall in love with him once upon a time.

Shane didn't try to get rid of Catherine. Instead, he trailed behind her.

She was no longer a part of the Thompson family. Hence, he didn't feel comfortable ordering an outsider around.

Soon, the trial began, and Sam was brought to the stand.

Natalie was taken aback at his pale and haggard appearance filled with trepidation, similar to Susan's from before.

Sam's gaze caught Shane and Natalie, and his lips parted as if to speak before compressing into a thin line while being led to the front of the courtroom.

The court session proceeded for three hours before a sentence was passed, and Sam was given the death penalty.

Though Shane had expected that, upon hearing the verdict, still his hands trembled.

Natalie felt the tremor coursing through his body and gently covered his hands with hers. “Congratulations on one less enemy, Darling.”

avenging the death of his parents because Sam wasn't

be achieved

you, but

arched her

as a congratulatory gift. You

her promise

didn't forget about it. You'll get it a few days later. It's still a work in progress.” Mirth bubbled

satisfaction.

if I had forgotten about it?” Natalie rolled her eyes

that. Just give

at his unexpectedly corny words. “Cut it out. Sam has been led away.

gaze darkened as his eyes drifted to the corridor that Sam disappeared in. “No need. I've said everything needed to be

her arm

at a distance. Sam was getting in, escorted by the

if he could feel her gaze on him, he turned, and their eyes

on Shane's sleeves.

know.” He returned Sam's

ten seconds. Shane broke eye contact first

over her shoulder twice as she