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.

residence, he got out of the car. Stepping inside, he found Jennifer weeping on

exhaled in relief. "Easton, glad you made it," he said, gesturing to

a grace that masked his annoyance, his features hardened by a growing

sniffled, her voice thick with emotion, She harbored feelings for someone else, yet Easton's tenderness managed to reach

upset. I did save

down by the harsh remarks from Natalie. Her intention was

had already left, and the evening's events had once again cast her in an unfair light. As a mother, this was a hard truth to accept. Yet, the idea of Natalie interfering in her marriage ignited

reserved his tenderness for Jennifer alone. He was pleased with his long effort to bring Easton

are childhood sweethearts. Now that your split with Natalie is final, you should think about tying the knot soon," Nick said, getting straight to the

eyes narrowed. "I'm still married to Natalie," he

aback, 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

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