Rebirth Of Vengeance

Chapter 10

Natalie's pulse quickened, and she clutched her chest. "You nearly gave me a heart attack!" she declared, her lips a vibrant red

as they formed a playful pout, her eyes dancing with a liveliness that Easton had never witnessed.

He was more accustomed to a Natalie who was calm and steady always having dinner ready and waiting for him. This spirited version was a pleasant surprise.

Easton had been through the wringer when he'd lost his sight, and Natalie had been his unwavering support. If not for her conflicts with Jennifer, they could have had a peaceful life together.

Noting Easton's silence, Natalie continued. "Ex, if you've got issues, maybe a vet can help. You had me sign those divorce papers at Jennifer's birthday party, and I left with nothing. You signed them too, and now it's final."

She gave a scornful laugh and continued, "You want me to come back home? You must be joking. I've made space for you and your perfect partner. Now, please, just leave me alone."

she spoke, the memories of their arguments over Jennifer came flooding back, and Natalie was reminded of how she always had to be the one to apologize. Overwhelmed by the recollection

of it, to stop loving

nerve with Easton, his eyes darkening

grin. His casual charm was

reached out, cooing,

you." Natalie slapped his shoulder playfully. "Watch it. Saying a woman is heavy is asking for trouble." James was silent, genuinely worried that her words might come back to haunt him. "Alright, let's get you home. Your foot is badly hurt, and

lobster for me when I can't taste a thing?" Natalie questioned, finally realizing why her mouth was numb, a sense

on." James patted

that by avoiding Easton this time, she could prevent that tragedy. James sensed the strangeness in her tone and felt a pang in

but sweet from the comfort of her brother's care. "My dear ex, why do you