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.

outside, drawing

Natalie’s question,

somber mood, 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

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

moment, the weight of heartache settled upon Natalie. The realization pierced through her as she comprehended the depth of the betrayal. Her supposedly devoted husband had been aware of his ex-girlfriend’s role in

is there for him to fear? Is he concerned that

carefully, “Natalie, are you…

that Sherri could fathom for her friend’s deep distress. Otherwise, why would Natalie be so upset by Trevon’s betrayal? Natalie would not have reacted if she were not

the one who falls first is the one who suffers the loss.

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

chosen for her by

though her husband, in collaboration with

never anticipated

I’m perfectly fine,” she assured, masking any hint of vulnerability. “I haven’t fallen in love with him. At most, it’s just a fleeting fondness. Now that I see things clearly, I 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. He

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 truly appreciate you will go to extraordinary lengths for you, even if it means circling the entire city of Athana.”

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 at it? Besides, aren’t you the one getting married? If you decide to become a nun because of me, I can already picture your mother hunting me down in the dead

obvious truth? If you truly decide not to marry, I’ll be right

for pizza!”

her best friend and, seeing that Natalie’s emotions had calmed

aesthetic. This allure proved irresistible for Natalie, who had not been exposed to many men before. Moreover, the significant amount of

of time spent together does not necessarily determine the development of feelings. Some individuals can spend years. together without forming any emotional connection,

time or constrained to a linear progression. They are deeply personal and subjective, transcending rigid timelines or predetermined sequences. Guided by the desires and inclinations of the heart, they are often ignited by a profound

relationship, she had watched numerous TV dramas that depicted various types of love, and she had learned

significant role in Natalie’s life. He had been involved in moments of intimacy, including assisting Natalie with changing clothes and sharing meals, and recently, they even engaged in a physical relationship. The

good person,” Sherri quietly sighed while

sat in his chair, scrolling through his phone.