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A Cue for Love Chapter 521

It Is Impossible To Come Back From The Dead

When Yara was back at the Nichols residence again, there was dust all over her body. Apart from that, her white dress turned grey, and her dusty damped hair was in messy knots. There was even a flicker of sheer frigidness in her bloodshot eyes. In other words, her dishevelment at the moment was a stark contrast to her usual dignified self.

As Thomas had already left for work, only Yvonne and Melissa were at home at the moment.

Yvonne shot Yara a disdainful glance and mocked, “I heard your speech during the conference yesterday was non-comparable to the one from the Dream Corporation. You were badly defeated by them, weren’t you? Pfft! What a shame! Melissa would have outperformed you if she were the one to attend it yesterday!”

Needless to say, Yvonne was observant and had a clear insight into the current situation.

She used to bottle up her emotions in the face of Yara as she had pinned her hope on her to build a familial bond with the Bowers family. Now that the chance of the latter marrying Samuel was getting slimmer, it was pointless for Yvonne to butter her up.

Yara only stared at Yvonne coldly without uttering any words. The utter frigidness in her eyes sent a shiver down Yvonne’s spine.

“W-why are you looking at me like that?” Yvonne stammered.

She had gotten used to Yara, who tended to have her nose in the air at home for the past five years. Nevertheless, she had never seen the latter wear such a horrendous look before. She could not help shuddering at the sight of the ferocity in her eyes.

It was as though the latter’s penetrative gaze would turn into a dagger that ripped her apart! My goodness! She’s only twenty-four years old! But how could she have such a heinous gaze?

Yvonne tried to put on a brave front despite the surge of fear that started to well up from within her. At the same time, she suddenly remembered her date with the other three ladies from prominent families. She foresaw she would surely be late if she did not manage to step out in time.

The next moment, she pulled her grey fur coat tighter around herself and told Yara incoherently, “I have a date with my friends. I have to go now.”

After Yvonne had left, Melissa advanced toward Yara daringly and questioned her with a grimace, “Even if she’s not your biological mother, how could you talk to her in such a rude manner?”

“Follow me to my room. I’ve to tell you something,” Yara requested instead of refuting her words.

“Why do I have to go to your room? What is so secretive that you can’t be straight to the point here?” Melissa retorted.

“It’s about Yandel. Anyway, it’s up to you. I won’t force you if you’re not keen about it,” Yara snapped at her and turned to go upstairs right away.

Yandel? Melissa bit her lips hesitantly.

Even though Yandel did not get in touch with her since then and never replied to her message, she could not resist falling head over heels for him.

Subsequently, she could not hold herself back from going upstairs and coming to a halt outside Yara’s room.

Moments later, when she pushed open the door unknowingly and entered the room, Yara had changed into her casual wear. She was sitting in front of the mirror and combing her messy long hair.

Melissa cut to the chase at once. “Don’t beat around the bush! What do you intend to tell me about him?”

“Yandel used to treat you really well, didn’t he? But ever since he came across me here, he has been refusing to meet you and reply to your message, am I right?” Yara sneered.

With her temper flaring, Melissa fumed, “So what? If not because of you, he wouldn’t have changed. If you’ve never played any underhand tactics, Yandel and I won’t end up like this!”

She had fallen deeply for Yandel, but everything had been ruined by Yara.

The latter tossed her comb on the table and looked coldly into Melissa’s reflection in the mirror. “Yandel is indeed a sc*mbag! He has lied to both of us! As the CEO of Dream Corporation, don’t you know who’s the Chairman backing him up? By the way, you’ve seen her before. She’s Natalie Nichols!”

Dumbstruck, Melissa staggered a few steps behind. “Natalie Nichols? Which one do you mean?”

For Melissa, she used to have a paternal sister of the same name, but she had already passed away five years ago. Meanwhile, the other Natalie Nichols was the ugly woman Samuel had a soft spot for, as mentioned by her parents.

“Which one do you think she is?” Yara asked her instead.

Melissa furrowed her brows and retorted in bafflement, “What do you mean which one? Wasn’t your twin sister perished in a fire five years ago? How’s it possible for her to come back from the dead again?”

 

A Cue for Love Chapter 522

Yara Continues To Brainwash Her

Yara could not resist heaving a silent sigh and snorting. Oh my! Melissa Nichols’ logical thinking is non-existence indeed. I can’t believe she still thinks it is merely a coincidence for two different persons to have the same name! Fine, I’ll go with the flow and play around with her mind then!

She gritted her teeth and hissed, “Yeah! My twin sister had already perished five years ago. Natalie Nichols, the current Chairman of Dream Corporation, is also Samuel’s mistress at the moment! To take revenge against me, she assigned Yandel to approach you deliberately to drive the wedge between us!”

Her words sent Melissa into a tizzy. She shook her head in exasperation. “It’s impossible! I don’t believe it! How is it possible that he doesn’t have any feelings for me!”

Deep down, she insisted that Yara had played mind games to steal Yandel’s heart. She refused to believe that he was solely making use of her without having any feelings for her.

Yara got up to her feet and turned to move toward Melissa. She pinched her cheeks and scoffed, “Why are you stubborn as a mule? You claim that Yandel has feelings for you. But have you ever received any gift from him? Did he remember about your birthday or give you any promises? Not to mention, he has never made the first move. It seems both you and your mom have been building castles in the air all this while!”

Melissa was at a loss for words to refute her. Tears trickled down her cheeks as Yara’s words stabbed at her heart.

“You claim that I’ve seduced Yandel and stolen his heart. But how can you be so sure that he’s bowing to me? Has he given me any gifts or have you seen anything with your own eyes? Heed my words. Not only you, but I’ve also fallen into his trap too!” Yara could not help but feel amused and chuckle.

Nonetheless, she wiped the tears off Melissa’s face and added, “He’s taking revenge against me on behalf of Natalie Nichols, do you understand? Yandel is seemingly doing everything for her sake and seeking me out for payback. I bet it never crosses their minds that you’ll be so innocent and fell for him so hopelessly!”

In an instant, there was a hint of abhorrence amid pain in Melissa’s eyes as she shrieked in agitation, “But why?” Why must she do that? She has already won Samuel’s heart, but why did she still have to do that? Why did she set me up too? After all, I’ve never stepped on her toes!”

“That’s because she’s the one without any sense of shame!” Yara cupped Melissa’s dainty face in her palms as she looked intently into her eyes with intense loathing.

“I only found out she’s the Chairman of Dream Corporation after attending the conference yesterday. Even Yandel is one of those having the hots for her.” It was obvious that Yara was adding fuel to the fire.

“Are you serious?” Melissa asked quizzically.

“Melissa, try to think about it. If they don’t have a relationship, do you think Yandel is willing to be exploited by her?” Yara pointed out.

“You’ve a point…” Melissa mumbled.

“Melissa, Yandel might not be willing to enter such a relationship with her. But undeniably, this has become a trend in the competitive business industry nowadays. Without Natalie Nichols, Yandel might still be able to see who’s the one who has the purest love for him…”

Melissa cut her off apprehensively. “You’re right. I’m sure he’s not willing to do that too! I can’t let Natalie Nichols make a fool out of me!”

Yara let go of Melissa’s hands and massaged her temples. “I’m exhausted. I feel like taking a shower and getting to bed. Let’s drop the subject. I’m telling you the truth now as I don’t wish to see you fooled by them. Anyway, don’t waste time thinking about any other things. I don’t even have a way out, let alone you!”

She hinted to Melissa to leave deliberately to give the latter a feeling that she would not help her.

Not to mention, she knew too well that Melissa would not put anything out of her mind easily.

She foresaw the latter would settle the score with Natalie by all means. By then, she only had to exacerbate the situation by taking action discreetly. Apart from having Melissa as the scapegoat, she would stand to benefit when she and Natalie crossed swords.

After all, she was not alone herself at the moment. Since the mysterious man was backing her up as her mentor, she was convinced that she would be able to defeat Natalie.

 

A Cue for Love Chapter 523

Two More Adorable Kids

In the meantime, Malcolm could finally allocate time to visit Natalie in Dellmoor. At the same time, he could barely wait to meet Xavian and Clayton.

After finalizing the time to meet both the kids, he headed toward the fast-food restaurant, their meeting point, with a big bag of local food products from the highland.

Surprisingly, Malcolm was the one setting the venue.

He had been having a simple healthy diet with Donna on the highland. Somehow, he craved some other types of food after having non-greasy dishes with a bland taste every day. Thus, he planned to grab the opportunity to savor French fries and soft drinks that he had not eaten for ages.

When he stepped into the fast-food restaurant, Xavian and Clayton were already there. Apart from that, there were two other adorable kids alongside them. They turned out to be Franklin and Sophia.

Malcolm could not resist blinking his eyes in disbelief as he moved toward them in a slow motion.

At the sight of Malcolm moving at a snail’s pace, Xavian waved at him eagerly and urged, “Mr. Trevor, we are here!”

Moments later, Malcolm stopped next to the kids and put down the heavy bag of local food products from the highland. He threw Franklin a glance, then switched to cast a look at Sophia before asking curiously, “They are…”

“Mr. Trevor, they’re my stepfather’s son and daughter. Ah! You haven’t met my stepfather, have you? He’s an outstanding man and has been taking good care of Mommy. Both Xavian and I are very happy with him!” Clayton introduced proudly, puffing out his chest.

Xavian nodded and echoed, “Clayton is right! He’s indeed a lot better than our worthless father!”

After squinting his eyes and pondering for quite a while, something finally struck Malcolm.

He asked warily, “The stepfather whom you mention… Could it be Samuel Bowers?”

“Yeah!” the two boys replied simultaneously.

It had been a while since Malcolm heard that Samuel had fraternal twins five years ago. Nevertheless, he never had the chance to meet them as he had been leading a secluded life in the highland. Now that he not only could meet Clayton and Xavian but also the fraternal twins, he was as happy as a clam!

Malcolm had been having a soft spot for kids. However, he did not even have a granddaughter-in-law as his grandson had been burying himself in his work.

When Xavian and Clayton used to stay temporarily with them on the highland previously, he and Donna had treated both of them as though they were their great-grandsons.

Now that there were two other adorable kids, no words could describe the jubilation surging within him. He stretched out his arms excitedly, beckoning Franklin and Sophia, “Come to me! Let me give you a hug!”

Franklin and Sophia exchanged glances without stretching out their hands. They scrutinized the white-haired elderly with a hint of vigilance.

Malcolm could only touch his nose feeling rather embarrassed and asked, “So both of you are Samuel’s children! Your names are Franklin and Sophia, right?”

Astounded, Franklin arched his brows. “How do you know about that?”

“Yeah! Mr. Trevor, how do you know about it?” Both Xavian and Clayton were stupefied too.

Malcolm explained triumphantly, “It’s because I’m not only your mommy’s master. At the same time, I’m your daddy’s master too! Didn’t he ever mention that he has a master leading a secluded life on the highland?”

Right that instant, something came into Franklin and Sophia’s minds.

Sophia pulled the hem of Malcolm’s shirt lightly and asked hesitantly, “So you’re really our daddy’s master?”

“Of course. What’s the point for me to bluff you? After all, I’m the master of Xavian and Clayton’s mom. Xavian and Clayton can prove that I’m not lying.” Malcolm tried to convince the twins.

Xavian nodded and spoke up for him. “It’s true! Mr. Trevor is Mommy’s master!”

Meanwhile, Clayton added solemnly, “Mommy used to bring us to stay with Mr. Trevor and Mrs. Trevor for a while when we were young. In fact, she ever mentioned to us that even though Mr. Trevor seems to sound a bit playful, he is an expert in the medical field and the corporate world. On top of that, he’s undoubtedly a man of his words and an excellent master!”

 

A Cue for Love Chapter 524

The Group Photo

Clayton’s words really touched Malcolm. Natalie used to call him “Old Man” and teased him. Hence, it never came to his mind that she would compliment him in the face of her kids.

“Ha! Did you hear that? I’m not lying to you. I’m really your daddy and mommy’s master,” Malcolm asked gently.

With that, Franklin and Sophia greeted him courteously, “Mr. Trevor, nice to meet you!”

Malcolm was tickled pink at the twins’ mellifluous voice.

Shortly after, he distributed the local food products from the highland to all of them before heading toward the counter to order six sets of kid’s meals. Four out of the six sets were for the four kids, whereas he needed two sets to fill himself up.

The unique sight of a white-haired elderly with four adorable kids was undoubtedly an eye-catching view in the fast-food restaurant. There were even reverberations of the customers giving compliments in the entire place.

“Look at the four adorable kids! They must be the elderly’s great-grandchildren! He’s really blessed to have kids with such good looks alongside him!”

“I agree with you! I can barely take my eyes off the girl! She’s even prettier than other child stars on TV!”

“She looks exceptionally sweet and adorable at such a young age. I’m sure she’ll look even more gorgeous when she grows up!”

Malcolm could not resist wondering who Franklin and Sophia’s biological mother was.

After swallowing the French fries in his mouth, he wiped the tomato sauce off his lips and cut the crap. “Franklin, Sophia, who is your biological mommy? Has she ever visited you throughout these years?”

Xavian and Clayton held their breath as they were curious about that too.

Craning their necks, the duo asked inquisitively, “Yeah! I seldom hear you mention your mommy. What kind of person is she?”

In a split second, Sophia’s hand trembled uncontrollably. As a result, some corns dropped from her spoon.

As she felt a prickle of inexplicit uneasiness, she did not know how she should answer any question about Yara.

On the other hand, Franklin wiped off the excess oil on the fried chicken wing with his handkerchief as he replied nonchalantly, “We’re clueless about that too! I’ve only heard that Daddy doesn’t like her. Anyway, she had passed away not long after we were born. We are the only ones who live with Daddy all these years…”

Franklin was reluctant to talk about Yara. Thus, he would rather lie that she had passed away.

Sophia nodded instantly and added, “Franklin is right. That’s the case.”

It never occurred to Malcolm that Franklin and Sophia had gone through such pathetic moments. He let out a deep sigh and consoled the twins, “It’s all right. I believe there will only be joy and happiness in your life from now onwards. All of you have a complete family now with your daddy and mommy. Other than that, all the others around you, including my wife and I, will shower you with unlimited love…”

That’s true! The moment Natalie and Samuel’s figures flashed across the four kids’ minds, blissful smiles broke out on their faces.

Recalling how his old pal blew trumpet blissfully about his granddaughter-in-law bearing fraternal twins, Malcolm could not help but snort inwardly. Pfft! Even though I can’t hope for my grandson to get married in the near future, I’m surrounded by four adorable kids now! Haha! The four of them are definitely more stunning than his twins! After all, he only has a pair of twins, but there are two pairs alongside me now!

Malcolm was over the moon. He was sure as h*ll that the four kids looked better and were more intelligent than his boastful friend’s great-grandchildren!

Prevailed by his vanity, he whipped out his phone from his pocket and requested excitedly, “Everyone, mind if we take a group photo together? I want to send it to my wife and best friend so they can have a look. I’ll be able to look at our photo whenever I miss you after I’m back to the highland again.”

The four kids liked him very much and were more than happy to have a group photo with him.

Malcolm grabbed the opportunity to carry Sophia in his arms.

Undeniably, as the only girl among the four kids, she was just the sweetest cotton candy. Argh! How I wish to bring her back to the highland with me!

Click! Click! After a few clicks on the phone, he looked at the group photo taken gleefully. Soon, he sent it to Donna and Kenneth.

 

A Cue for Love Chapter 525

Have You No Shame

Meanwhile, Kenneth was enjoying a live opera performance.

As the climax approached, he accidentally took a glimpse of his phone and noticed that he had received a message from an old friend who had been out of touch for a long time.

So, he waved his hand and gestured for the singer to pause, promptly silencing the band and orchestra.

After that, he took a sip of tea and calmly swiped his finger across the screen to find a photo of an old man with four kids.

As soon as Kenneth saw that, he immediately spat all the tea out.

He had seen Malcolm Trevor’s face before that, so he naturally recognized the man.

However, Kenneth was surprised that he actually recognized the kids as well.

Among them were two of his great-grandchildren, as well as Xavian and Clayton, who saved his life.

Why are the four of them together?

Attached to the photo, was some taunting words.

Hmph! You have two great-grandchildren, but I have four! That’s twice what you have!

While the performers were waiting to continue, Kenneth was completely caught up by the message and ordered the butler to get a car ready. “I’m heading over right now.”

“But Sir, what about the performance?”

“I’m no longer interested!” Kenneth’s mind was consumed by the photo and no longer wanted to continue with the performance.

The butler was unsure of what was going on. He thought that Kenneth had some urgent business to attend to, so he quickly arranged for a ride.

On the way, Kenneth could not help but call Malcolm.

As soon as Malcolm picked up, Kenneth could hear the blaring music of a fast-food restaurant as well as the kids’ laughter.

“Where are you now?”

“Me? I’m enjoying fried chicken and fries at a fast-food restaurant,” Malcolm mumbled, “Hehe. You saw the picture I sent you, right?”

At that moment, Kenneth was not so much interested in Malcolm’s situation. The only thing on his mind was the four kids and why they were with Malcolm.

“Which restaurant is that? I’m going over!”

“Why? Did you miss me that much?” Malcolm smugly said after he swallowed the French fries in his mouth. “I’m at the McDonald’s on Jennen East Street. It’s good that you’re coming. You can see how cute these little sweethearts are!”

“You just wait right there.”

“I’ll wait for you just here.”

After the call ended, Kenneth told the driver where Malcolm was and asked him to step on it.

Meanwhile, Malcolm smiled at the children who were indulging in their ice creams and said, “You guys can slow down. There’s no rush. A good friend of mine is coming over.”

The four played along and nodded.

Soon after, a Rolls-Royce Phantom stopped right in front of the restaurant, and Kenneth hurried inside with his cane in hand.

Immediately, he spotted Malcolm and the children at a corner by the window as they were rather eye-catching in the restaurant.

The kids had ice cream all over their faces, looking like adorable little kittens.

At that moment, Kenneth could no longer hold in his confusion, so he hurried over to their table.

Malcolm saw him coming and stood up. “Let’s see you brag about your twins now, Kenneth,” he said with raised eyebrows.

However, before he could continue, Kenneth’s expression had already darkened as he questioned, “How dare you show off in front of me. Have you no shame, Malcolm Trevor?”

 

A Cue for Love Chapter 526

Four Puzzled Faces

Malcolm was confused.

These kids are my apprentice’s children. Why can’t I show them off?

“Great-grandpa…” Franklin and Sophia looked at Kenneth and called out to him after they lowered the ice cream in their hands.

Even Xavian and Clayton recognized him and said, “Grandpa…”

As soon as the children addressed Kenneth, they all looked at each other, puzzled.

“Xavian, Clayton, what is going on?” Franklin raised an eyebrow and asked. “Do you guys know our Great-grandpa?”

“He’s your Great-grandpa?” Xavian and Clayton pointed at Kenneth.

Sophia nodded affirmatively.

“Mmhmm. He’s daddy’s Grandpa, which makes him our Great-grandpa!”

Hearing that gave Malcolm an instant realization. “You’re Samuel’s grandfather?” he said while pointing at Kenneth.

“That’s right! Samuel is my grandson, and Franklin and Sophia are my great-grandchildren.” Kenneth stared at Malcolm. “Why are my great-grandchildren here with you? What in the world is going on?”

“I’m your grandson’s master. Is it not normal for me to be with them?” Malcolm’s mind was blown. “This is incredible! Even though I knew you both had the same last names, I actually never thought about making that connection.”

How complicated yet surprising for this to be the case.

Once things got cleared up, Malcolm and Kenneth both had their jaws wide open for quite a bit before closing them shut.

The two met each other after they got old, and neither of them ever talked about anything related to money. So, their conversations mainly revolved around health and current issues. No one had any interest in the other’s family background.

Neither of them would have expected that one was Samuel’s grandfather while the other Samuel’s master.

At the same time, Xavian and Clayton also understood what was going on, that the man they saved was Samuel’s grandfather.

“So you’re our stepdad’s grandpa, Grandpa,” Xavian said excitedly.

“That’s right! That means we’ll have to address you like how Franklin and Sophia address you, right, Grandpa?” Clayton chimed in and nodded.

Nevertheless, Kenneth furrowed his brows and looked at the two at the mention of stepdad.

“What stepdad? Who’s your stepdad!”

“Samuel Bowers of course!” Clayton answered seriously with his chin rested on his palm. “He’s going out with my mommy and they’re very sweet together.”

Xavian and Clayton are both Nichols. On top of that, their mother is in a relationship with Samuel. Which means…

Kenneth came to a realization and asked, “Is your mother, Natalie Nichols?”

“That’s right!”

“That’s right!”

The two answered at the same time, and that answer gave Kenneth quite the shock.

Kenneth hated Natalie’s guts. To him, she was a vixen who bewitched Samuel.

It was hard for him to imagine that the woman that he loathed was the woman that raised Xavian and Clayton to who they were. Was she the one that gave me all those prescriptions as well?

That realization felt like a slap on Kenneth’s face.

“Do you know our mommy?” Xavian asked excitedly with his chin rested on both his hands. “Now you understand how great Mommy is, right?”

Franklin pouted and rolled his eyes at Kenneth. “Not only does he know her, he actually doesn’t like her!”

“This is why we don’t play with him!” Sophia chimed in. “There’s something wrong with Great-grandpa’s eyes. He can’t read properly, nor can he judge someone properly!”

 

A Cue for Love Chapter 527

Too Many Surprises

At that moment, Xavian, Clayton, and even Malcolm’s expressions darkened.

“So you were lying, Grandpa. You don’t like our mommy,” Xavian said with a saddened expression.

“Don’t feel sad, Xavian.” Clayton took Xavian’s hand and turned toward Kenneth. “Since Grandpa hates Mommy, we’ll just have to cut ties with him!”

Even though the brothers were close with Kenneth, Natalie was the only choice they would make if forced to choose between the two.

Kenneth felt terrible and was at a loss for word.

Right then, Malcolm spoke begrudgingly. “Kenneth, let me tell you this. Your grandson is my senior apprentice, while Natalie is my junior apprentice. She’s a great person. Your great-granddaughter has already said it as nicely as she could. If it were me, I would have said that you were blind!”

Kenneth had experienced too many surprises in that one day, but what Malcolm said still gave him another round of shock.

“What did you just say? She’s your apprentice as well?”

“Of course!” Malcolm brushed his beard and replied angrily. “I’m not the type that would accept apprentices on a whim. That’s why I only have three apprentices so far. Your grandson is one of them, and the second is someone you don’t know. Natalie is the third!”

“Is she that good?”

“What nonsense is this!” Malcolm slammed his hand on the table. “Even though she’s a woman, she’d be better than your grandson if she grew up in a better environment! She always tells me how proud she is to have me as her master. But let me tell you, in a few years’ time, I would be the one proud to have her as my apprentice!”

“Then, the prescriptions that I showed you…”

“Don’t tell me Natalie was the one who wrote them?” Malcolm figured it out immediately.

At that point, no matter how reluctant Kenneth felt, the facts were all laid out in front of him.

“Yes.”

“No wonder I thought those prescriptions were amazing!” Malcolm slapped his thigh in ecstasy. “They were from my favorite apprentice! How could they not be?”

With that, gathering ended on a rather sour note.

Malcolm left the fast-food restaurant with the children and left Kenneth there alone.

Kenneth could not bear the contempt the kids and his friend had for him and crumpled to the seat behind him as soon as his legs gave in.

How could this be?

He had always thought that Natalie somehow bewitched Samuel and talked his great-grandchildren into hating their own mother.

With that being his impression of Natalie, Kenneth never sought to understand more about her. He would have never expected that what he heard that day would shatter everything he thought he knew about Natalie.

In the end, there was nothing he could say.

If it were not for the outstanding education she gave her two children, he would not be sitting there at all.

Suddenly, he was reminded of the phone call from before and realized that the familiar voice he was talking to was none other than Natalie’s.

He figured only a woman with a heart of gold would treat an old total stranger that patiently and considerately.

In a daze, Kenneth returned to the Bowers residence.

And as soon as he got off the car, the butler noticed that Kenneth did not look so good, so he immediately offered assistance.

“Sir, are you okay? Let me help you inside.”

Kenneth stayed quiet, but the exhaustion got the better of him, so he had no choice but to allow the butler to support him along the way.

“Sir, Ms. Yara just arrived,” the butler told Kenneth. “She’s waiting for you in the study.”

“Let’s head over then.”

Upon Kenneth’s arrival at the study, Yara immediately went up to them and shot a look at the butler.

The butler caught on and let go of Kenneth to let Yara take his place beside him.

That said, Kenneth instinctively brushed her off before she could place her hand on him.

 

A Cue for Love Chapter 528

Hold It In

“Grandpa, you…” Yara looked at her hand in disbelief.

“No need,” Kenneth responded as he sat down with a dark expression. “I’m not that weak. I can still sit down on my own.”

Yara was confused as to why Kenneth was upset. However, after what happened, she merely stood there beside Kenneth like how a youngster should behave—her prideful nature nowhere to be seen.

Even at that moment, Kenneth was still unsettled. He was repeatedly knocking on the carpeted floor with his cane.

Back then, he considered Natalie a sly fox out to cause trouble.

But now, he realized that he was being really ignorant.

Realizing how awkward things look, the butler went and brought some soup over.

Yara took some out and served it up to Kenneth in a small bowl. “It’s a cold day, so have something hot, Grandpa?”

However, Kenneth did not accept it.

So, Yara pursed her lips and waited by Kenneth with the bowl in her hand.

Soon enough, her hands got sore and started shaking, but Yara bit her lips and held on to the bowl. In the end, she failed to push through and spilled the boiling soup onto her hand because of the trembling.

Kenneth caught a glimpse of Yara’s hands that had turned red from the corner of his eye and said with a frown, “What are you doing? Why did you burn yourself?”

“I know I must’ve done something wrong and upset you, Grandpa.” Yara slowly raised her head. “If I did something wrong, you can always tell me, Grandpa. I’ll definitely change.”

Kenneth was Yara’s final trump card, so he was important to her, and she sounded very sincere.

At that moment, Kenneth figured he had misunderstood Natalie, but Yara did nothing wrong. Moreover, she gave the Bowers family Franklin and Sophia.

He realized that he was taking his anger out on Yara, and that was not right. So, he waved his hand.

“Forget about it! I’m just tired. You shouldn’t be so paranoid about things. You did nothing wrong. Don’t overthink it.”

“Grandpa.” Yara looked away as tears welled up in her eyes. “You’re the only person I can rely on now that Samuel no longer favors me. If even you think that I’m not needed in this family and that I’m a burden, my hard work all these years would have just been a joke.”

Seeing how Yara was, Kenneth was reminded of all the times she took care and accompanied him throughout the years and felt a little heartbroken for her.

“I like you, Yara,” Kenneth said. “But love is the one and only thing in this world that we cannot force. Even if Samuel doesn’t marry you, I still hope that you can find happiness and live a wonderful life!”

“But Grandpa.” Yara was still reluctant.

“Let’s stop here. I’m tired,” Kenneth said before he walked out of the study with his cane in hand and an exhausted expression.

He was having an information overload from what happened and wanted to be alone.

Meanwhile, Yara merely watched Kenneth as he left with her fist clenched.

She was in disbelief as she never expected that Kenneth, who had been supporting her all that time, would have a change of heart.

It was obvious that Kenneth was implying that he had thought about allowing Natalie to be Samuel’s wife.

Yara wiped away her tears with her handkerchief, revealing the coldness in her eyes. At that moment, she no longer looked fragile and vulnerable.

On the other hand, Malcolm had sent the children back home.

Back at home, the kids continued talking about Kenneth in their bedroom.

“If it weren’t for the fact that Great-grandpa keeps shoving that bad woman to Daddy, he’s actually very good to us!” Sophia said with a saddened expression.

 

A Cue for Love Chapter 529

Ulterior Motive

“Great-grandpa often buys me strawberry pudding in the past.” Sophia’s eyes brimmed with tears as she recounted. “But now that he has been sweet-talked by that bad woman, he doesn’t believe my words anymore!”

Likewise, Franklin heaved a deep sigh.

He had immense love for Kenneth. However, that reason was not compelling enough for him to compromise and acknowledge Yara as their mother.

Xavian and Clayton took out two aircraft models from the cabinet.

“This is…”

“Franklin, this is a gift from your great-grandpa to us!” Clayton said with a serious look on his face. “He mentioned that he has got someone to prepare him three models, and one of them is for you. But because you all aren’t on good terms, he didn’t dare gift it to you.”

With his eyes glued on the plane model, Franklin’s expression changed a little.

“Great-grandpa…”

Xavian nodded. “Clayton and I have no idea he’s your great-grandpa at that time. We could tell his love for his grandchildren through our interaction with him then.”

The heads of the four kids drooped over their shoulders, and the brows on their adorable faces scrunched tightly.

Indeed, there was nothing they had to be doubtful of toward each other.

Be it toward Sophia, Franklin, Xavian, or Clayton, Kenneth loved them equally. Nonetheless, there was no way they could continue to get along with him if he remained resentful toward Natalie.

Just as worry shrouded the three brothers, Sophia smacked herself on her head and exclaimed, “I have an idea! Why don’t we make Great-grandpa change his mind about Mommy?”

It was as though her words came as enlightenment that the boys instantly agreed in unison.

“That’s right! Perhaps Old Mr. Bowers doesn’t like her because he hasn’t got to know Mommy well!”

“Given that we like Mommy so much, there’s no way Great-grandpa will not like her!”

“We can definitely try that!”

And so, the four of them huddled together and started rattling off ideas they had in their mind. Confidence grew within them as they came up with a perfect plan.

In the blink of an eye, it was three days later.

Malcolm was getting ready to head back to Mount Surya, and Natalie and Samuel wanted to send him off at the airport.

At the thought that he was leaving soon, Malcolm could not help but feel his heart twinged with pain.

“Old Man, I’ve peeled this for you.” Natalie pulled out a bag of de-shelled pumpkin seeds and stuffed it in his hand. “You can munch on them if you’re craving a snack during the journey.”

Malcolm took the bag of pumpkin seeds.

“I knew you adore me the most among my three apprentices.” As he said that, he threw an annoyed glance at Samuel. “Look at you. You’re in no way comparable to Natalie.”

Samuel uttered, “Nat has never cracked pumpkin seeds for me. If you continue showing off, I’ll make sure you won’t be able to bring them onto the plane with you.”

Sensing the man’s immense jealousy, Malcolm hastily clutched the bag tightly in his arms.

I’ve always thought Samuel is uninterested in women, not even the prettiest ones. But look at how possessive he is now… Tsk tsk. How scary!

“Samuel, I’d like to have a word with Natalie alone.”

Samuel turned and headed to the vending machine not too far away to buy a drink for Natalie so that Malcolm would have some time alone with Natalie.

“Master…”

Malcolm advised, “Dexmed Pharmaceutical should have long lost its footing ever since Arnold’s passing. But given it manages to survive and even remain so glamorous on the outside, I bet there must be a powerful hidden force in the dark. I know you’ve been bothered by your mother and your granddad’s matter. When I left the mountains this time, I mobilized my connections to help you investigate in secret.

However, I couldn’t find any helpful information. I’ve thought about it; the only possibility is that the hidden force is too powerful, and that’s why even the people I’ve enlisted couldn’t seem to advance in investigations. I’m sure the hidden force must have ulterior motives that he’d agree to help Dexmed Pharmaceutical so readily.”

 

A Cue for Love Chapter 530

A Ruse To Gain Sympathy

Despite being mentally prepared, Natalie could not contain her shock after hearing Malcolm’s words.

“Natalie, I’m old and no longer have the drive and energy I used to have when younger…” Malcolm endearingly patted Natalie’s head. “The dead are in the past; what matters at present are those who are still alive. Since you’ve already found your true love and happiness, perhaps keeping yourself safe is of utmost importance to you now.”

“I know…”

“It’s good that you understand.”

Before Malcolm could pull a smile, Natalie’s almond-shaped eyes glinted with stubbornness as she remarked, “Knowing is one thing, but being able to do it is something else. I know you’re doing it for the good of me, but there’s no way I can give up just like this. I must find out the truth about my granddad’s death. He has always been a benevolent and merciful man all his life. I can’t just let him die without reasons.”

At once, Malcolm knew Natalie had a mind of her own. Despite being able to relate to her feelings, he could not bring himself to allow her to risk herself.

He heaved a sigh. “Natalie, remember that we will always be here for you. No matter how difficult or dangerous situations are outside, the members of Mount Surya will always be your pillar of support.”

“Thank you.” Natalie felt her eyes welling up with tears as she said that.

Unable to stand the sight of a tear-filled farewell, Malcolm waved his hand in dismissal. “I can’t stand women crying. Please don’t cry. Otherwise, Samuel will definitely find trouble with me for making you cry!”

Natalie was amused by his comment.

“Master, have a safe trip.”

“Sure.”

With that, he trotted toward the boarding gate, one hand dragging his luggage and the other tightly grasping onto the bag of pumpkin seeds.

“Can’t bear to see Master leave?” Samuel lovingly looked at Natalie and gently wiped the tears forming at the corners of her eyes. “We can always find time to visit him and Mrs. Trevor at Mount Surya every year.”

“All right.” She nodded profusely.

After getting out of the airport, the couple headed in different directions.

Samuel returned to Centurion Corporation to handle work matters, while Natalie headed back to the Bowers residence to teach Sophia the basics of medicine.

Even though Sophia was small in size, her concentration level for learning was relatively high. She could even bury her little head in the books for a long time.

There were many times when she would come across rarely used terms in the traditional medicine guides. Yet, she had never once grumbled about it. Instead, she would patiently try to recognize and understand those words.

While the girl was busy studying, Franklin, Xavian, and Clayton sat by her the entire time.

Franklin would search through the dictionary, Clayton would help her write notes, and Xavian would make fresh fruit juices for Sophia.

Seeing the great bond between the four children, Natalie felt a warm sensation within her.

About three hours later, Sophia was still eager for more knowledge. Nevertheless, Natalie was worried that the intense lessons would take a tow on the little girl’s eyes and health, so she did not continue teaching her.

Having taught Sophia all this while, Natalie realized how the former had a true knack for studying medicine, which had far exceeded her own potential when she was young. Fortunately, she had made the right decision so that the girl’s talents did not go to waste.

“Mommy…” Taking a sip of the strawberry juice Xavian made, Sophia called out sweetly.

“What is it, Sophia?”

“I…” The little girl secretly pinched herself on her thigh to summon her tears. “I miss Great-grandpa…”

As much as she missed Kenneth, it was all part of making the act more convincing that she would put in so much strength to pinch herself.

At the sight of Sophia’s act, Clayton hurriedly shot Franklin a look.

Seeing that, Franklin understood and forcefully pinched his butt and chimed in, “I-I… I miss Great-grandpa too…”

Without a doubt, Natalie understood the emotions the children were going through.

It certainly would not be a good feeling to be torn between two of their loved ones—one being Kenneth and the other being herself.

They’re, after all, Samuel’s children and Kenneth’s blood-related great-grandchildren. As the saying goes, filial piety is the foundation of all virtues. There’s no reason I should forbid the kids from missing their great-grandpa.

Natalie bent down to look at them in their eyes. “Sophia, Franklin, if you guys miss Great-grandpa, you can always go and visit him.”