From Divorce To Dominance (Natalie Xavier)

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Darren's voice was loud enough for everyone to hear.

Vivian's expression shifted slightly, and she instinctively tightened her grip on his arm. Although his words were dripping with sarcasm, to her, they carried an undertone of jealousy and resentment that she couldn't quite ignore. Thinking about Darren and Natalie's past, she pressed her lips together, about to say something to case the tension, but Natalie beat her to it.

"Ms. Zavala." Natalie crossed her arms over her chest, her expression casual, with a hint of mockery. "You should keep an eye on your man. Even with his fiancée right here, he's still making point to talk to other women. A guy like that doesn't seem very trustworthy." "What? Untrustworthy? If anyone looks untrustworthy, it is her. A divorced woman should act like one. Who goes around flirting with men when her kid isn't even a year old yet? What, is she that desperate to find a stepdad for my son? Darren thought. He felt a surge of anger, his narrow eyes flashing with coldness as he let out a mocking laugh. "Oh, is Ms. Xavier trying to stir up trouble?" "Shut up." Natalie frowned in annoyance. "This is a conversation between women. Since when do men get to interrupt?"

Darren was momentarily at a loss for words, his gaze meeting hers only to find her eyes filled with cold indifference. For the past three years, every time she had looked at him, there had been admiration and hope in her eyes. It was the first time he encountered such a distant and unfamiliar look, leaving him unsure how to respond.

Taking advantage of the pause, Vivian smiled and tried to smooth things over. "Ms. Xavier's performance today was just outstanding. Darren and I both admired it. He couldn't help but compliment you when he saw you. Please, Ms. Xavier, don't read too much into it. Her words implied that Darren was just being polite, and it was Natalie who was reading too much

into it

into it

Natalie shook her head in disagreement. "Ms. Zavala, you need to be more vigilant. You can't let men get too comfortable, dr they'll turn into jerks. Today he talks to another woman, tomorrow he might just end up in bed with her. Anyway, if a guy isn't trustworthy, whoever wants him can have him. I'm not interested. Compared to that, Mr. Hinton is much better." She tilted her chin up slightly, signaling a maid to step forward and take the flowers from Howard's hands. Howard was practically floating after her praise and quickly declared his loyalty. "Natalie, I'll listen to you from now on. I'm very trustworthy, and I won't say anything st**id. I won't even look at other women besides you." "Good" Natalie helped him to his feet. "With that attitude, you're one step closer to being the man I want." "So, Natalie, does that mean you'll-He didn't get to finish before Natalie responded, "I'll take the flowers, and I really like them, but as for being your girlfriend, that's something I'll need to think about." Howard, who! Howard's f

had I always had his way with women thanks to his good looks and family background, wasn't used to being turned down. But instead of getting angry at Natalie, he felt even more exhilarated. After all, Natalie was the woman of his dreams. She had hundreds of guys lined up for her, but she had just said she'd consider being his girlfriend. He thought, "What an honor! If the guys in her fan club find out, they will be green with envy

face flushed with excitement as he nodded eagerly. "You're right. I'll take your test, Natalie. It's okay even if you rejectme; my feelings for you won't diminish one bit. I'm sincere about you." "Let's see," she said lazily looking him up and down, 'I care more about what a man does than what he says.

attention, solemnly promising.

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attract my attention, does she have to complicate things with someone close to me?" Though he hated to admit it, her plan was effective. She had successfully provoked him, and now he wanted nothing more than to strangle her. Darren licked his lips, loosening his tie in frustration as a dark, dangerous glint settled in his eyes. Completely unaware of his inner

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react, he was already heading towards the door. She quickly followed.

disappeared did Vivian shiver, frustration making her stomp her foot angrily. Indeed,

of threat from Natalie. Tessa alone was useless; she had to take serious

car, lounging in the back seat as he gave orders with a lazy wave of his hand.

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