From Divorce To Dominance (Natalie Xavier)

Chapter 29

After Darren sent out the message, he kept his eyes glued to the chat. He was certain that once those guys understood what kind of person Natalie really was, they'd lose interest in her for good

Sure enough, the chatroom that had been buzzing with excitement went dead silent all of a sudden Darren couldn't help. but chuckle softly, feeling a little of hisicy demeanor thaw. He thought to himself that soon someone would ask for clarification, and then he could spill the beans about everything he had seen today. 88: [Are you out of your mind, 36.3 Spreading rumors just because you can't date Nat?]

Darren felt a surge of pride at being mentioned, but when he read the message, his eyes widened in disbelief.

222: [Guys like you deserve a punch! How dare you slander Nat? Want to take this outside?] 155 155. Live Give me

your

address. I'm heading over right now to deal with you!!

444: [You're a disgrace to all men! Get off this planet! Snakes like you are the worst! 102: [Are your brain cells on vacation, 365 Guys, let's give him areality check!]

199: [Go eat dirt, will you?]

301: Darren, Darren was

I know you think you're looking out for me, but keep this up, and I'm gonna lose it!]

left speechless. He was completely stunned by these guys. Are they so brain-dead that they can't see the truth Fine then. If they're all so hopelessly infatuated with Natalie, I'll just have to reveal her dirty little secrets, he thought. No. 1: [@No. 365 You've been removed from the group for violating rules. Let this be a lesson for everyone.]

Darren couldn't believe his eyes as he thought, 'Can it get any more ridiculous? These people are so obsessed with Natalie that their brains have turned to mush! Can't anyone see the facts? Frustration boiled inside him as he clutched his phone. veins popping on the back of of his hand.

Darren's phone rang. It was Howard calling. Darren knew exactly what he would say, so he hung up without answering. He didn't expect Howard to actually come to the office.

As soon as Howard entered, he couldn't help but complain, "Darren, seriously, what was the point of what you said in the chat? I know you don't want me to be with Nat, but she's the only woman I want to love with all my heart. Can't you just respect that and wish us Well?" Well?

throbbing in his temple. "She has a sugar daddy, and

was taken aback. Just because she had dinner with an old

it mean?"

on, Darren! What if that guy is her dad, grandpa, or a relative? Stop looking at Nat through

you can twist it

choked up,

can you prove he's

Chapter 29

Damen went silent.

you really trying

He never thought Darren would harbor such unrealistic fantasies. What about his own long-time crush

Nal.

Nat.

to punch something. "Howard,

Howard frowned. "How about you let Ethan check

He thought he was telling the truth, but no one believed him. If he kept explaining to Howard, he would lose his mind. He leaned back in his chair and closed his eyes. Neither of them spoke. After a while, a familiar female

pesky woman, Natalie. Darren's eyes shot open, and he quickly locked a sharp gaze on

sudden tension, Howard hurried to explain, "Darren, did I disturb you?

dressed in a pink pajama set. Her hair was tied up,

dreamily, "Nat looks even cuter! That outfit suits

Darren

a pressed his lips together and raised an

replied, "She's going to draw names! It's the weekly

"Boring," said Darren.

his hands pressed together as he stared at the screen. Behind Natalie, a large display gleamed, with a button waiting to be pressed. Natalie tilted her head playfully, giving a wink. "It's been a week, and I know everyone's getting antsy. So, let's find out which one of you is going on a date with me next week. Three, two, one, let's go!" She pressed I the button, and the numbers on the screen began

murmuring prayers under his breath, "301! 3011