Chapter 37

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Wendy's smile was as gentle as a whisper. "I've got this," she said, her eyes showing a mix of thanks and resolve.

"I'll pick something I really love," she added, her gaze softening. "Get some rest; you've been worn out. Natalie's been a disruption since she returned. I'll find her a place outside to live

Helping Natalie find a place of her own was Wendy's best idea. She couldn't abandon her own family, despite their complicated relationship.

Wendy heard that Natalie had quit school early and figured she was probably struggling financially post-divorce. Despite the pain from Natalie's past actions, Wendy decided to support her financially, but no more than that.

seeing her as a

apartment on the outskirts," he suggested, his concern as fake as a three-dollar bill. "No one will question us since

her thoughts turning to Natalie. 'Natalie, it's not me you should blame. If anyone's at fault, it's you. I can't have a daughter who wants to break up her parents' happiness in my home. Easton returned to a silent home, the lack of Natalie's presence hitting him harder than

it would clear his mind. But even as he headed upstairs, the thought of Natalie on a date, laughing and smiling at someone else, made his stomach churn.

this very moment?"

to find you a partner who's worthy of you, someone who won't cause you the heartache you've suffered," she stated firmly, her

lesson. I'm going to focus on myself, my business, and making Grandpa proud." Valerie patted Natalie's back, glad that Natalie had finally come to her senses. "That's what I want to hear. The stars say

to dive into the books, headed to the study, leaving Natalie to

the familiar surroundings.

start.

her awake. Seeing Easton's name on the screen, she recalled their meeting at the courthouse. She picked up promptly. "Easton, are you all set

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