When She Rose From the Ashes

Chapter 318 Setting the Bait

So was there really a connection between Juliana and Anna?

Natalie’s mind spun quickly.

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“They do look alike. But right now we can’t confirm any relationship between Juliana and Anna. You can start investigating from that angle,” she told Chris.

At once, Chris turned and left.

Waylon, hearing their exchange, began to piece things together.

“Natalie, is that why you didn’t press Juliana just now?”

“Yes. We’re casting a long line to catch a big fish. Juliana is tied to the baby–switching from back then, and that Anna who looks like her is the one who poisoned and hypnotized Susie. She may look like a five- or six–year–old, but inside she’s an adult–cruel and venomous. I need the truth, and I need justice for my daughter.”

Natalie’s voice was cold, carrying a hint of steel.

Ruby frowned but didn’t speak.

“Mom, Dad, I’ll go check on the kids.”

Natalie knew Ruby’s bond with Juliana was deep, but she also had to show her own stance clearly.

As Natalie left, Ruby sighed and looked at Waylon. “Do you really think Juliana’s a problem?”

Waylon saw her distress and said quietly, “Do you trust our daughter?”

been with us for so many years. If she truly had a hand in the baby mix–up, what could she possibly gain? And if

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need to wait for the

Ruby whispered, clutching at her chest,

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to comfort her, but no

had gone into

wasn’t resting but sketching

heart ached as she

happened to Susic isn’t your fault. Don’t blame

down and pulled her son onto

body stiffened,

the older one. Something happened to her and I didn’t

a child yourself. And when you grow up, you and Susie will each have your own life. As her brother, you can protect her within your ability, but you don’t have to bear such heavy pressure. Susie isn’t your responsibility, do

“But…”

Sean’s throat tightened.

Mommy wasn’t blaming him.

knew he could have kept Susie away from Anna. He could have sensed something wrong

have known about Susie

failed so badly–yet Mommy didn’t scold

Tears burned his eyes.

was, Natalie’s