Rebirth Of Vengeance

Chapter 23

Natalie scoffed at her past self. The family ties she'd once held dear were actually the noose around her neck. But she was done being the victim. She'd leave Wendy's doubts and the schemes of Nick and Jennifer in the dust.

This new life was all about two things: climbing the career ladder and safeguarding her grandfather and her brothers. And before she did that, she was going to get rid of Murray, the arrogant rich kid who was more trouble than he was worth.

Meanwhile, Wendy's investigation into Nick had come up empty. He had stuck to his routine, going straight to the office with no detours. Even a thorough check of his phone revealed nothing but calls to colleagues and family. No secret affairs lurking in the shadows. Wendy fumed as she absorbed the news. Natalie's words had kept her on edge, but now it was clear that Natalie was beyond help.

She dropped the idea of giving Natalie an apartment after her divorce. She'd had enough of a daughter who wanted to hurt her. Guilt made her skip a second paternity test, and she was set on making amends with Nick.

he left, relieved she no longer suspected him. His manipulation had worked, and the investigator Wendy trusted was on his side.

good looks and a pivotal trick. They grew well together, and he lived comfortably ever since, with

him for a bit. Feeling good about this, he whistled a tune as

Easton to join her for the event. She couldn't wait for Natalie's public humiliation and felt her own recent heroic act of saving

lovely daughter. "We're in for a good show tonight. Let's head out. Your mom's on her way. We'll watch

arranged for the paparazzi to capture Natalie's downfall. At

desperate to witness

had been crafting a kind and gentle image for her showbiz debut, and her popularity was rising thanks to her high-profile