Chapter 33 Unfilial and Ungrateful

Natalie redialed the number. The phone rang three times before Victor answered.

“Hello, Mr. Langley. I’m not sure why you’ve called, but I assume that you have something to discuss,” she said coldly.

Victor’s tone was stern and impatient as he said, “Your grandma is very ill. You’d better come back now, or I can’t guarantee that you’ll get to see her one last time.”

Without waiting for Natalie to respond, he ended the call.

Diana had warned Victor that Natalie was overly suspicious and always cautious. If she asked too many questions, Victor might slip up.

So, the best way to handle things was to deliver the message and then hang up quickly, pretending to be irritated and dismissive. That way, Natalie wouldn’t suspect anything.

Natalie held her phone tightly after Victor ended the call, her brows furrowing in concern. She immediately dialed Grace’s number, but it went unanswered.

A wave of anxiety washed over Natalie. Ever since Grace’s mental faculties had declined, she had kept her phone close at all times–even taking it with her to the bathroom and shower in a waterproof case.

Grace had always immediately answered Natalie’s calls. Feeling worried, Natalie stood up and then took a few deep breaths to calm herself down. She reminded herself not to panic, worry often led to confusion.

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After regaining her composure, Natalie decided to call Sarah. Unfortunately, Sarah’s phone also went unanswered. With no luck in reaching Sarah, Natalie then called the bodyguard. This time, the call connected quickly.

“Hello, boss.”

“Where’s my grandma?”

“Mrs. Langley Senior is in the garden playing games with the others.”

Even after hearing this, Natalie didn’t fully relax. Her voice was cold and authoritative as she said, “I’m going to video call you right now. You need to answer immediately.”

“Yes, boss.”

video call with the bodyguard. The call was answered immediately, and the camera switched to show Grace playing a

being so full of life and laughter made Natalie’s earlier anxiety dissipate. The video was live,

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no members of the Langley family approached Grace. He also needed

he would protect Grace. Only then did Natalie end the

came

sorry, Natalie! I just went to wash my hands and

How is my

seen Grace earlier and confirming that she was well, Natalie didn’t feel the

great. You don’t have

from the Langley family

they couldn’t get close to Mrs. Langley Senior. Besides, she doesn’t want to see them. After they didn’t manage to get anywhere close to her, they stopped coming. Now,

to insult me.”

Sarah was fully committed to her well–being. Since Natalie paid a high fee to the nursing home and also provided Sarah with a separate

had declined to that of a six–year–old child, she was easier to manage than a child. As long

patient. She was also Sarah’s answer to a better

Langleys‘ scolding. Rest assured, Natalie. If anything happens here, I

“Okay.”

Langley family’s insults. I’ll compensate you for your emotional distress.”

idea of receiving compensation for emotional distress, but she felt that she couldn’t accept it since Natalie already paid her well

rare to find such a devoted and easygoing employer. The Langley family often claimed to love and honor Grace, but over the

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However, Sarah

firmly, her voice cold and resolute. “Caring for my grandmother is your job, but enduring insults is not

later. Mrs. Langley Senior is outside playing games, so I’ll be joining her

“Okay.”

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