Turning Of the Tide by Diana Sander

Chapter 69

The private room was a complete mess, with everything that could be smashed now lying in ruins,

Refusing to be defeated, Mia retrieved her phone and swiftly dialed Natalie’s number With a mischievous glint, she could not resist yelling. “Aren’t you curious to know who was behind the incident where you were drugged at the Foster family?”

There was silence on the other end, indicating that Natalie was listening. Mia felt a sense of triumph and continued to provoke her, “It was me. Aren’t you surprised? Do you want to know if Mr. Wilson is aware of it? Well, let me tell you, not only does he know, but he even had someone send me the information to keep it safe. You see, he didn’t want you to find out. Why do you think you have the right to compete with me? Just because you think you’re Mr. Wilson’s woman? Would he allow me to drug you if he truly liked you?”

With her objective achieved, Mia felt great satisfaction, and her mood significantly lifted.

As the call ended, Natalie’s complexion turned ashen, a wave of unease washing over her. Her chest tightened, making it difficult to draw a steady breath. Tears threatened to spill from her eyes, and she fought to hold them back.

Sensing Natalie’s distress, Sherri swiftly located a nearby parking spot and unfastened her seatbelt. Leaning closer, she looked at Natalie with genuine concern and asked, “Natalie, what happened? Who was on the phone?”

Sherri pondered, “Natalie is a strong woman. Besides Mr. Foster’s passing, no one had made Natalie lose her cool like this. She is clearly trying her best to suppress her emotions!”

After a moment of silence, Natalie turned her head and looked at Sherri with her bloodshot eyes as she asked, “Sherri… do you know who is responsible for drugging us at the Foster family?”

Sherri shook her head; she genuinely did not know. It would have caused a major rift if she had known, especially considering her

involvement with Hackett Blackwell.

In a trembling voice, Natalie whispered, “It was Mia Blackwell”

“That woman is utterly despicable! Is she completely unhinged? I am going to find her,” Sherri exclaimed as fury surged through her veins. She unlocked the car, readying herself to step out, but Natalie swiftly grasped her arm, preventing her from leaving.

In a muted voice, Natalie pleaded, “Don’t go. Trevon Wilson is determined to protect her. What could you possibly do to her?”

Sherri rose her voice, “What? Trevon Wilson not only knows about it but is actively protecting her. This is unacceptable! I don’t care if he’s Mr. Wilson or Mr. Theo. We cannot simply let this go. We must hold that woman accountable. Natalie, you wouldn’t let her escape unscathed, will you?”

Sherri never viewed her best friend as someone who would back down in the face of bullies. Throughout their lives, she recognized Natalie as a person who would never hesitate to seek retribution for any wrongdoing inflicted upon her.

scenery outside, drawing solace from its calming presence. Returning to Sherri,

of offering an immediate response to Natalie’s question, Sherri

Sherri observed that it was particularly pronounced that day. She responded, “I can’t say whether Mia is considered a romantic interest, but… she happens to be

protective of her. That explains how she accessed Trevon’s phone and effortlessly examined the chat history. It also clarifies

depth of the betrayal. Her

to fear? Is he concerned

dejected friend and asked carefully, “Natalie, are you…

be so upset by Trevon’s betrayal? Natalie would not

is often said that the one who falls first is the one who suffers

knew that she had lost her cool. However, the profound sense of heartbreak and distress was

her by her grandfather.

divorce, she never anticipated the profound devastation coursing through her veins. It seemed as though her husband, in collaboration with his mistress, had orchestrated a cruel conspiracy against her. It felt surreal

“How absurd. I never anticipated developing any feelings for him. Perhaps it’s because

can cut my losses in time. I’m not at a complete loss. The only aspect that troubles me is that my grandfather arranged this marriage.

sincerely consoled, “It’s alright. Our lives don’t have to revolve around men. I am here with you, and we should never settle for any scumbag. Natalie, you deserve someone far better. Your world will be imbued with beauty once you distance yourself from these toxic relationships. In just over a month, you will blossom into a radiant flower once more, and the men who

the shoulder. Stepping out of Sherri’s embrace, she teased, “What’s gotten into you? Do you think I’m some beauty wandering around Athana in endless circles? Why not claim I’ve circled the entire Earth while you’re

to marry, I’ll be right by your side. I’ll stand by my best friend no matter what, even if

for pizza!” Natalie laughed.

seeing that Natalie’s emotions had calmed

handsome appearance and well-built physique aligned perfectly with a woman’s aesthetic. This allure proved irresistible for Natalie, who had not been exposed to many men before. Moreover, the significant

spend years. together without forming any emotional connection, while others can instantly and profoundly bond from their

predetermined sequences. Guided by the desires and

any romantic relationship, she had watched numerous TV dramas that depicted various types of love,

of intimacy, including assisting Natalie with changing clothes and sharing meals, and recently, they even engaged in a physical relationship. The first time is important for

quietly sighed while carefully analyzing the reasons for Natalie’s

the unsuspecting man sat in