When She Rose From the Ashes

Chapter 215 Stop Acting Like A Wife

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It seemed there were some matters–and some people–Natalie would have to face directly.

Baron bristled at Loretta’s words.

“Who does she think she is? You treat her with respect, and she really thinks she’s some grand figure? Don’t tell me she had no idea what her son was doing all those years. You were with Jensen for five years; maybe she treated you decently on the surface, but when he married Sharon without telling you, where was she? That alone shows she wasn’t good to you.”

And listen to what that old woman had said.

Upset because Natalie hadn’t gone to visit her, claiming she had treated her well. If she had truly cared, where had she been when Sharon bullied Natalie, when Jensen trampled on her, when her hand was broken?

When Natalie had nearly died in the fire, Loretta hadn’t shed a single tear, hadn’t spoken a single word of regret.

And now she dared put on the act of some mighty elder?

Baron could barely restrain the urge to find someone to beat Loretta to a pulp.

Hearing him, Natalie suddenly realized he was right. Yes.

had saved Jensen’s life five years ago. That so–called kindness had been nothing more than not meddling in her relationship and sending her a red envelope during holidays. And if she compared it, one of her designs was worth more than those gifts

was competent–she didn’t interfere in her son’s affairs. But as for being genuinely good

wry smile tugged

been, to mistake simple politeness for

saw the sadness flicker in her eyes and instantly regretted

really think that old woman is

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deprived of love. In the Summers family, yes, they fed and clothed me, but they were strict, distant. Since I was little, I envied other children who could be doted on in their parents‘ arms; I never could. After I left

made Baron’s

afraid. From now on, you’ll have me, the children, and the Stone family. I can see it -Ruby and Waylon truly care for you. But even

what I’m most grateful to you for is giving me the greatest gift

the mention of the children, Natalie’s eyes

a flicker