Chapter 75

She dreamt of it again. It was the day three years ago when the ground was stained with her blood, and the feeble, raspy cries of an infant filled the air.

“We’re about to land, sweetie…” Nearby, a mother was soothing her hoarse–voiced baby.

Natalie glanced over, a self–deprecating smile tugging at her lips. She could hardly tell dreams from reality anymore.

The plane was descending, and Natalie checked her phone. It was early morning in Bluestar, just in time to make it to King’s surgery.

The butler, Uriah, was waiting for her. They exchanged a brisk greeting and, without further ado, rushed to the hospital.

As they reached the operating room door, she saw a man with a cane and a bodyguard coming down the corridor. His narrow, piercing eyes were sharp as he quietly instructed his entourage.

Natalie froze, then with a mix of shock and joy, she called out, “King?”

King halted, turning in her direction.

and threw her arms around

a few moments, then a quiet laugh slipped from his lips. His free hand tenderly

me scared to death…”

him, the first time she had initiated an embrace. He had thought

he murmured, kissing her

subordinates discreetly

since she’d been by his

see King’s feelings for Natalie were extraordinary. Everyone saw it but

wept

finally calmed down, she released King and asked, confused, “Weren’t you supposed

an

bed so soon after waking up?” Natalie

concern.

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Japter 75

door for a full check–up, I didn’t need the wheelchair for a few steps, so I got up.” King

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