Natalie laughed as if she had heard a joke. "Intentional? Why would I intentionally do that? Aren't you thinking too highly of yourself?"She sat down and began digging in.She could feel the intense gaze Henry cast on her. However, she didn't take it seriously and continued with her meal.As for Henry, he became like air, just a mere presence.Henry felt aggrieved, but he didn't trouble Natalie again. Instead, he went to the liquor cabinet and took out a bottle of wine and two glasses.Then, he returned to the dining table.Seeing him pour a glass of wine, Natalie subconsciously reminded him, "Your stomach is weak. Don't drink on an empty stomach. Last time—"She still remembered the last incident when he was sent to the hospital for drinking on an empty stomach.She stopped mid-sentence when she realized that she might have spoken too much.Even if he drank the wine, it had nothing to do with her.Henry paused and raised his eyes to look at her. A mysterious glint flashed
The relationship between Cliff and Henry was indeed very poor.On the day she married Henry, they had a simple family gathering even though they didn't have a wedding ceremony.However, Cliff didn't attend the gathering.She still remembered the day when Owen called Cliff angrily, but Cliff's attitude was very firm—he refused to attend.Just as her thoughts started wandering, she heard a voice calling her."Natalie!"She turned and saw a pregnant woman walking toward her.It turned out to be Harry's wife, Shirley.Shirley had a gentle smile on her face, "Could it be that …""What is it?" Natalie was puzzled.Shirley widened her smile, "Are you pregnant?"Upon hearing this, Natalie's heart started racing. She quickly forced a smile and denied, "No … Why would you ask that?"Shirley looked somewhat incredulous. Her gaze scrutinized Natalie's body. "You are not pregnant? But I … I feel like you look pregnant. Just like me a few months ago."This topic made Natalie extreme
The man bowed and avoided Henry's eyes, "They asked me … They asked me to kill the baby in your wife's belly."Upon hearing this, Henry was stunned. Wade, who was standing beside him, was also shocked.What was going on? Was Natalie pregnant? How come there was no news about this?"What did you say? A baby?" Henry tightened his grip on the cigarette, bending it.His face turned completely dark.This infuriating woman! Natalie had hidden such significant news from him!Thinking back, everything that puzzled him before now made sense.The day she appeared at the hospital was for her prenatal checkup. She probably wore loose clothes recently to hide her belly. Even the baby clothes that she bought were likely for their own child.Henry became angrier the more he thought about it. Did she find pleasure in keeping him clueless about this?The man nodded profusely, "Yes, that person wanted to kill the baby in your wife's belly! "But, I'm just taking money to do things for others
"What did he promise you?" Henry stressed every word deliberately, but it sounded chilling to the bone.He wanted to hear what kind of benefit that could satisfy this greedy woman!Natalie, however, seemed reluctant to mention it, "What's the point of asking about this—""Tell me!" Henry's gaze darkened.Natalie pursed her lips and spoke reluctantly, "Some shares of your father's company, several properties, a few profitable shops, and … the check you just saw."Henry nodded with a cold smile as he listened, "You've really hit the jackpot with this marriage!""But you keep delaying the divorce. Those things are not mine now," Natalie complained in a resentment.She was blaming him for not getting the divorce finalized so that she could take her share of the wealth.Henry didn't get angry at that. Instead, he sneered and looked at her with disdain."You want to get a divorce? Fine, I can sign the divorce papers, but I have some conditions."Natalie just looked at him without r
Leonard had known Henry for many years, and all he heard about was Henry's glorious past.Anything associated with Henry Chase was always described outstandingly and wonderfully.Natalie should be the first one to humiliate Henry."Divorce?" Henry sneered, "I won't divorce her before she can give me a satisfactory explanation!"Moreover, after divorcing, she would get so much money. Why should he fulfill her wishes?She wanted a divorce, but he wouldn't grant it.Leonard frowned in confusion. "What about the baby? She will give birth in a few months. If it turned out that the baby's not yours, wouldn't you become a laughingstock?"The baby … Henry became extremely annoyed at the mention of the baby, but he wasn't so heartless as to harm an innocent life.He rubbed his temples due to the headache he was having. "Stop asking! I don't want to think about these things right now!"Leonard, in a rare display of cooperation, stopped asking. However, at that moment, Henry received a t
Sheldon walked onto the stage under Natalie's confused gaze.It was unsure what he had told the band, for Natalie saw the band's lead singer handing the microphone to Sheldon.At that, Natalie felt even more puzzled.It seemed that Sheldon was about to sing.Natalie didn't know that Sheldon could sing.Perhaps it was because Sheldon was handsome. When he slung the guitar over his back, some of the girls started screaming. However, Sheldon's gaze went through everyone to land on Natalie.Sheldon also had a nice voice. "There's a woman in this crowd that I want to dedicate this song to. I hope that she will be happy. I also wish that she would smile when she thinks of this day."Some jealous mutters sounded in the crowd. Indeed, it was a lucky and happy thing to be treated like that.However, Natalie never thought Sheldon would be the one to do such a touching thing to her.He was just a man that she had met for less than a month, after all.A warm sensation filled Natalie'
Although it was just an assistant role, Natalie was extremely satisfied. After all, she was just a newbie in this field. She had to start from somewhere.Natalie was extra emotional. "Can I really be your assistant? Are you really letting me be your assistant? I'm a bit flustered."It was a known fact that a lot of reputable architects still wished to learn from Sheldon.Now that he was willing to give her a chance, she was more than willing to accept!There was a small smile on Sheldon's face. "So, do you agree?""Of course!" The gloom in her heart immediately disappeared.When Sheldon heard her answer, he let out a sigh of relief. "I'll be waiting for you to come to work, then?"Natalie nodded eagerly. "Yes! I'll definitely go to work on time.""Alright. You should hurry back and rest." Sheldon waved goodbye to her."Okay. Goodnight, then." Natalie waved back at him before turning to the residential area.After returning to her house, Natalie lay in bed after washing up.
Seeing Juliet like that, Henry grew angrier at her.Meanwhile, Juliet turned pale from his words. She could only watch as he left, unable to say a thing.It seemed that he absolutely hated her.Otherwise, he wouldn't have been so harsh with his words.Although tears welled in her eyes, Juliet stopped herself from crying.At that moment, a shop employee walked over and asked carefully, "Ms. Weaver, do we still need to serve the dishes?""No need. Throw all of them away!" Juliet quickly regained her composure and left the restaurant.She'd arrived at the restaurant early in the morning.All the dishes prepared today had been made under her supervision.Initially, she wanted to celebrate an unforgettable birthday together with Henry.However, she no longer was in the mood to do so.Not long after she exited the restaurant, a shrill voice sounded from across the road. "You're here, Juliet! Is your phone just for show? Why didn't you pick up my calls?"Juliet turned around and s