That's it... Natalie squinted her eyes and looked intently into Justin's eyes. “Mr. Sutter, you don't seem really surprised to see me here. Not to mention, you're not astounded that I am Joyce's close friend. Would you mind explaining that? After all, we've never met each other, have we?”

Needless to say, Justin was well aware that Natalie tended to have a sense of vigilance toward him. He smiled resignedly and replied, “Sure, no issue on that. I wanted to know more about Joyce before looking for her in J City. Hence, I tried to find out about her current condition. That was when I came across your name. It's not something unusual, isn't it?”

Hmm... it makes sense indeed... Natalie pursed her lips and stopped questioning further. Moreover, she felt it was inappropriate to query too much in the presence of Joyce.

On the other hand, Joyce looked at Natalie and turned to look at Justin, puzzled. She grabbed their hands, urging them to take a seat. “Ah! Why're you both standing like lamp posts? Come on, take a seat!”

Both the guests burst out laughing and took their seats.

After pouring them a cup of tea each, Joyce told them, “Have a chat among yourself. I'll get changed first.”

The next moment, she headed straight toward her room.

Natalie's eyes lit up when Joyce walked away. Hmph! I have tons of questions to ask him! Now that she's not around, it's the best timing!

and lowered her eyes before uttering placidly, “Can I address

“Sure.” Justin nodded.

Sutter, I heard from Mrs. Rivers that you're here to

right!” Justin smiled

slightly, she questioned, “Mr. Sutter, are you pursuing Joyce because you take

replied

Why am I asking such an absurd question! Of course, you go near Joyce because you like her. If you don't have any feelings for Joyce, but you're getting close to her for some other motives; then, it won't be something pleasant. Mr. Sutter,

Justin arched his brows. He could finally get a grasp of

have a prejudice against him, although it was not

Ah! She must be assuming that I don't like Joyce, fearing that

thought of that, Justin let out a chuckle. “Mrs. Thompson, I share the same sentiment as you. This is indeed

to cut the crap. Mr. Sutter, am I right?” Natalie shot

cheek against his palm, Justin smiled ambiguously. “Mrs. Thompson, what

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