Chapter 30

Nached from Wendy's words, the pressure feeling almost tangible. Despite the pain, she forced a brave smile

and

I Wendy in the eye. "Call it even? Wendy, we've never seen eye to eye. It's my victory because you've never played

fair with me."

Wendy's anger sparked. "Natalie, despite everything, we're family"

Natalie's reply was quick and to the point. "Then why did we sign those disownment papers?"

Wendy was left without a response, the weight of their decision settling in the air. She gazed at Natalie, recognizing her own youthful beauty in her, but all she felt was disappointment. "Natalie, you've really disappointed me."

broke the silence. "You never gave her any hope, so where

see Valerie

Lambert. "Grandpa,

thought to himself, 'Can't this little rascal spare me some embarrassment

sternly, "Screw you. You only reach out to Natalie when she serves your purposes. She's been mistreated by people like you. You have no right to be disappointed in her. The Shawn family is just a bunch of bullies." Wendy was astonished

simple old man, and pondered, 'Is he

him?

said to Natalie, "Don't waste that pretty dress. Let's go to a

He runs his

to

"You're feeling down, which makes it a great time to meet someone new," Lambert said, grinning. "I've seen this guy's photos -he's handsome and rich. You'll like him. If not, I'll find more options for you." Lambert's

his teeth grinding. "Sir, Natalie is still technically

was taken aback, concern etched on his face. "Natalie, didn't you tell me

them even before I did. On top of that,

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255