When She Rose From the Ashes

Chapter 425 Kids Say the Darndest Things

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“Alright,” Natalie said with a small smile, “I’ll admit I never had the best impression of the Witch Doctor. But since he’s your friend–and he saved my life–I’ll let that go. When we have time, let’s invite him out for dinner. I still haven’t thanked him properly.”

Baron froze for a moment. Thank him? My wife wants to thank me? How exactly is she planning to

do that?

Suddenly, he decided it might not be the best time to reveal he was the Witch Doctor. Maybe it would be more interesting to wait until that dinner she mentioned–when she’d invited him herself–and see the look on her face when she realized the truth.

The thought of her shocked expression made the corner of his mouth curve up.

“Alright,” he said casually. “I’ll let the Witch Doctor know. Just tell me when you want to treat him.”

“Okay,” Natalie agreed with a nod.

Just then, Shauna came in carrying a brand–new phone and SIM card–both bought with Rachel’s money.

Seeing that Natalie was awake, Shauna smiled. “Mrs. Stone, you’re up? Are you hungry? I can have the kitchen whip something up for you.”

“Actually… yes, I am a little hungry,” Natalie said, realizing it only after Shauna mentioned it.

Baron gave an approving nod and waved for Shauna to go ahead.

Then, remembering the calls from Flynn and Waylon earlier, he said in a low voice, “When you were taken, your parents and brother were worried sick. They’re the ones who sent me to Ocevarís. But… something might’ve happened in Ocean City.”

Natalie’s face immediately filled with worry.

What happened to

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unconscious, so I didn’t answer. Then she tossed my phone in the water. That’s why I had Shauna buy me a new one–with Rachel’s money, of course. I just got it back. Should we call your dad and brother

Natalie nodded quickly.

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I are ready to head to Meridia right now, just hang tight!” Flynn’s voice came through breathless, wind whipping in

bro,”

speaker, Natalie chimed in,

a moment; then, hearing her

really you? Are

I’m sorry, I must’ve scared you and Mom

daughter–how could we not be? When

broke in. He snatched the phone straight from

that’s my phone,” Flynn protested

glare that shut him up

their worry, their care–something she’d longed for her whole life. All the affection she’d missed

her. We’re waiting on her confession. Also, one of my friends‘ sons needs surgery -if she hadn’t helped me, I might not have made it long enough for Baron

small voices suddenly shouted through the line–Susie and Sean had somehow gotten hold of

Be honest–did you and Daddy run

froze, her face instantly turning

down her neck.