In an unusual turn of events, the two individuals who had always been at odds whenever they met surprisingly found themselves in a pleasant conversation this time. After a while, Wanda approached and respectfully asked Rebecca, "Madam, the food is ready. Shall we start the meal?"Rebecca nodded. In a rare good mood, she turned to Benjamin and said, "Uncle, why don't you stay for the meal?""No need," Benjamin replied."Please, do stay," Elizabeth insisted as she descended the stairs, having overheard the conversation between them just moments ago. That was how things were in big families. If the disputes between them didn't reach an irreparable point, there was always still hope for the members to bond.As she passed by Rebecca, she gave her an approving look. Elizabeth had always been satisfied with her daughter-in-law. The Johnson family had been turbulent recently, and things had been too chaotic! Now that things had calmed down, there was a natural desire for a family gat

Cedric left after dropping such earth-shattering news. Even if he didn't say anything else, Rebecca knew what to do now.Half an hour later, Rebecca and Elizabeth snapped out of their stupor. When their eyes met, confusion still lingered in their eyes. "Stephen's niece?""Yes," Rebecca nodded."Stephen Jarvis from Regal Horizons International?""Yes," Rebecca nodded again."S-she..." Elizabeth faltered, unsure of what to say at this moment.Rebecca was also unsure of what to say now. Natalie was Stephen's niece, a result that no one had anticipated. Though only a niece, he was Natalie's only family in this world. Judging by Stephen's attitude, it was clear that her existence was extraordinary in his world.Rebecca turned pale. Her lips trembled as if trying to say something, but at this moment, nothing came out.Christina entered and sensed that something was amiss. She approached and asked, "Mom, what's wrong?""Tina...""Huh?"Rebecca still didn't know what to say and

So now that Stephen's niece had come out, it was inevitable that those with ulterior motives would seek alternatives. Hence, Natalie needed to be cautious. Seeing how smart she was, Stephen felt somewhat reassured.Then, he pushed several other tickets to Natalie. "There are two art exhibitions this month. Go and see them with Irv.""That many?""Whether someone is suitable or not not only depends on shared interests and values but also on the ability to accommodate each other."Irwin liked concerts, while Natalie liked art exhibitions.Understanding Stephen's intention, Natalie felt deeply moved. Taking a deep breath, she forcefully suppressed the pain in her chest."Uncle.""You feel like crying?""No, I'm not going to cry!""That's good!" Stephen couldn't stand seeing women cry, as he had caused a few women to cry in his younger days.Natalie was truly touched. The warmth and kindness that Stephen gave her was always present.-That night, Natalie slept well as usual

Natalie maintained her professional image as a career woman. She started caring less about who she dined with, influenced in part by Stephen. As a result, no one dared to write about her recklessly.In the car, Irwin was driving, and Natalie sat in the passenger seat. Irwin casually asked, "Did your uncle go back?""Yeah, he was supposed to leave earlier, but he stayed here for a few more days because of me."Also, because of the Johnson family! Rebecca and Benjamin had been aggressively trying to drive her out of Verde City before this, and the situation had been hysterical!With how they acted, Natalie could anticipate the relentless pursuit she would face if she truly left Verde City."Well, you do make people worry," Irwin remarked.Natalie felt a bit embarrassed. "Not really.""You look the part."Natalie was speechless.Okay! She acknowledged that her petite stature did give off an impression of someone who might need extra care. She was too short, making it se

"Cedric just told me that she's permanently blind! I think the surgery must have failed!"The more Natalie spoke, the less she could conceal her delight."Failed?""Yes!""It's karma!" Bianca exclaimed without hesitation.In the past, Bianca had observed how Isabella schemed against Natalie. When that woman risked her own eyes to conspire against Natalie, Bianca thought she was exceptionally ruthless.However, she had ultimately paid the price for her own cruelty."That's exactly it! Karma!" Natalie laughed."She trusted Cedric too much!""Yeah, she believed him all the way!"Thinking about how Isabella trusted Cedric so much, Natalie felt a twinge of bitterness. She had once trusted Cedric too. But unfortunately, reality brutally slapped her in the face.Isabella had similarly trusted Cedric. She believed that even if she truly went blind, Cedric would find a way to restore her sight.But in the end... what good was trust?"She should have known that if she reached that p