Rebirth Of Vengeance

Chapter 35

Their laughter echoed in Easton's ears as they left, each chuckle grating on his nerves. He stormed to his car, the tension of the day etched on his face. Slumping into the back seat, he commanded through gritted teeth, "Take me home." His assistant, Xavier, shot him a worried look. "Mr. Garcia, Ms. Simpson's been calling non-stop. She insists you come over."

Easton's mind raced with images of Jennifer's tear-streaked face, the night's dubious events, and Emma's enigmatic words. His brow furrowed as he barked out, "First thing tomorrow, dig into what really happened with Mrs. Spencer's fall." Xavier, picking up on Jennifer's dramatics, chose to keep his own thoughts private and responded with a simple "Understood," as he navigated the vehicle towards the Simpson residence.

The realization hit Easton like a ton of bricks-he hadn't a clue where Natalie lived. "Oh, and find out Natalie's address while you're at it," he added.

Xavier inwardly lamented the irony-that Easton cared so little about Natalie's whereabouts. "Ms. Shawn's had it rough, he muttered. "Her family treats her like dirt, blames her for everything, and only comes knocking when they need something. Maybe it's for the best she's gone."

Easton's eyes flashed open, locking onto Xavier. He wanted to retort, but the truth in Xavier's words left him speechless. "She's just too vicious," Easton finally spat out, as if that settled it

Xavier kept quiet, knowing full well who the real snake in the grass was. He understood that arguing would be pointless, and to him, Jennifer seemed to be nothing but a harmful influence.

Easton arrived at the Simpson residence, he got out of the car. Stepping inside, he found Jennifer weeping on the couch, but her tears didn't stir

glad you made it," he said, gesturing

his annoyance,

flowing freely. "Easton, you came," she sniffled, her voice thick with emotion, She harbored feelings for someone else, yet Easton's tenderness managed to reach her as well. Easton's frown deepened. "Yes, I'm here. Stop crying. Murray didn't

I'm just so upset. I did save Mrs. Spencer..." Jennifer's voice faded, her words left

was never to truly disown her daughter; the papers of disownment were merely a

hard truth to accept. Yet, the idea of Natalie interfering in her marriage ignited her fury. "What

yet one who reserved his

split with Natalie is final, you should think about tying the knot soon," Nick said, getting straight

narrowed. "I'm still married to

sure he had seen them sign the divorce papers. "Easton, I'm not forcing you, but you and Jennifer are great together. You're a good match. We'd be relieved to see you both happy and

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