CEO's Passion: Love by Mistake

Silas nodded. “Indeed.”

“All right. That's all. You may leave now.” Shane waved him away.

“Yes,” Silas answered.

Meanwhile, Stanley didn't leave right away after he had gotten into his car. Instead, he stared at his hands in confusion and self-doubt because Shane's words were still ringing in his ears. Shane said I'm useless and weak. He said I've transformed my incompetence into resentment toward the Rivers family. He also said I never hated the Rivers family. Instead, I hate myself because the Rivers family had saved my family. As a son, I've failed to save my parents, and I've put the blame on someone else. However, the person I put my blame on had actually saved my family. So, does it mean I'm wrong?

Stanley clenched his fists. In his mind, he had the answer to that question, but he didn't dare to acknowledge it.

If he were to acknowledge it, he would have to subvert his long-standing cognition. He wouldn't be able to accept it, and he would have a mental breakdown.

That night, Natalie received a call from Joyce after she was done showering.

Since Joyce was pregnant, it was normal for her to feel discomfort all over her body. Besides, she had just had a long flight, so she was very frail.

“Nat, I've arrived,” Joyce uttered weakly.

Natalie smiled when she heard that. “That's good, then. How's the environment there? Do you want any changes to be made? If yes, feel free to tell me. I'll get Shane to send someone there.”

Joyce shook her head. “That's not necessary. The environment is fantastic here. I like it very much. Not only is the air fresh, but we also have a huge piece of land. My parents are over the moon because they can plant fruits and vegetables.”

“That's good to hear.” Natalie nodded. “I hope you guys will live happily over there.”

“I will. Thank you, Nat. Also, thank Mr. Thompson for me. If it weren't for you guys, I doubt my family and I could leave J City. Who knows? Stanley might even—” Suddenly, Joyce thought of something. She tightened her grip on her phone and asked, “Nat, did Stanley look for you guys? Now that I've left, he'll surely think you guys have helped me in my escape. Did he look for you guys?”

Natalie shook her head. “Not yet. I don't know if he'll show up, though.”

Joyce's gaze darkened. “I'm so sorry, Nat, for involving you in this mess.”

Natalie chuckled lightly in response. “Stop it. I'm your friend, no? I'm supposed to help you, and you didn't involve me in any mess. Besides, what could Stanley possibly do to me? Don't you remember my darling will protect me?”

Upon hearing that, Joyce felt slightly relieved. That's right. Mr. Thompson will protect Nat. I don't have to worry.

“Joyce, enjoy your life there, okay? Give birth to your child and forget the past. Don't think about the past anymore, especially Stanley. Do you hear me?” Natalie urged.

“Okay. I know,” Joyce answered.

Natalie looked at the time and said, “All right, then. I'll be hanging up now.”