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A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 251-Heart Like Ashes Isabella fumbled her way out from inside.

As soon as she reached the outside, she was picked up by someone, arranged by Cedric to be by her side, but also… not!

Lily carefully helped Isabella into the car and whispered in her ear, “Sir just called. He wants to see you.

Upon hearing this, Isabella tensed and turned paled.

The inner fear surged to the top of her head, causing her to shiver uncontrollably.

“Where is he?” Isabella asked, her tone icy.

Lily glanced at her and said, “Sunset Racecourse,” Isabella’s already pale face turned even whiter, and her breath became slightly constricted.

“Cedric is in Verde City now, Is it convenient?” Undoubtedly, she did not want to see that person.

Lily’s complexion changed, and a sinister hint flashed in her eyes.

Isabella sensed it and, before Lily could speak, said, “Let’s go.” Cedric had gone mad.

In Rebecca’s eyes, he was a complete lunatic. She suppressed the news of him living with the urn at Scarlet Villa.

However, the news leaked, and now the entire Verde City was buzzing with rumors that the adopted daughter of the Johnson family had maliciously schemed against Cedric’s former wife.

Moreover, Christina’s ugly and unrequited love for Cedric was also making headlines, causing quite a stir in Verde City.

Rebecca was frantic with these rumors, but Cedric remained silently at Scarlet Villa “What on earth are you doing? Do you know what’s happening to the company now?” Rebecca looked at Cedric on the sofa in exasperation.

He continued holding the small urn day and night, as if he were holding the entire world.

However, the company was in chaos, and the stock had plummeted since the public opinion turned.

Yet, Cedric remained indifferent.

She hadn’t managed the company for many years, and now it was challenging to handle things. She hoped Cedric would wake up.

However, Cedric appeared desolate It seemed like he was waiting!

“Do you know if things continue like this, the incident in the eastern suburbs will eventually be linked to you? Do you realize the consequences?” So many lives had been impacted in that incident!

After she said that, Cedric, who had been silent, calmly said, “Prison.” Rebecca asked, bewildered, “What did you say?” “The price… imprisonment,” he calmly stated, the distressing result uttered with unsettling calmness as if this was the outcome he had been waiting for Now, everything was gradually tilting towards Johnson Enterprise, even public opinion. Given the current situation, the outcome was predictable.

Yet, he spoke of this result without any hesitation, as if he did not need to worry about it.

Rebecca felt a heavy weight in her chest.

“Do you know that Zane, who used to work with Natalie, has now joined forces with Dylan by Irwin’s side?

“If you don’t do anything, you’ll really end up in prison!” Rebecca expressed her frustration.

She also knew that Cedric couldn’t be dissuaded before, insisting on targeting Natalie and causing such a big commotion.

Zane, who worked with Natalie before her death, had teamed up with Dylan now. These two were quietly investigating things.

She naturally knew what they were looking for.

They were seeking justice for Natalie!

Even if Natalie was gone, they wouldn’t let her suffer injustice after death. If those two really found those things, Cedric would face such consequences.

Seeing Cedric’s silence, Rebecca realized that her speculations were true.

“I think you’ve really gone mad He did nothing; he just waited for that outcome.

Faced with Rebecca’s anger, Cedric simply closed his eyes and calmly said, “I deserve this retribution.” Natalie endured the pain of being burned alive in two lifetimes. No one knew how desperate he was as he stayed by her side in her final moments in their previous life.

She had lost all consciousness. Except for the doctor saying she was alive, he couldn’t find any signs of life on her.

He looked at her every day, reading her favorite books to her and playing the music she liked. He waited for her to wake up every day and arranged the best plastic surgeon for her.

Yet, he couldn’t bear to see her suffer that pain and didn’t start the surgery. He even thought about just. guarding her like that for a lifetime, as long as she didn’t have to endure any more pain. novelbin He even thought that it might be better if she didn’t wake seeing how ugly she looked after waking up.

As long as she lived, he would stay by her side forever.

But in the end, the nightmare came!

up because she surely wouldn’t be able to bear As a vegetable, she developed late–stage liver cancer. Despite his efforts to save her life, she still died.

He tasted the pain of being unable to wait for her and was forced to let her go completely. He didn’t even have the chance to accompany her to the end of his life.

Who would have thought that in this life, he would be even more reckless towards her, making her suffer under his name?!

He was her nightmare, and he would pay the price for it.

He was going to bear all the suffering he gave her, and he would fully endure all the pain he once inflicted on her!

Maybe it would be even more painful than what she had experienced.

Rebecca listened to Cedric’s words, and her heart pounded wildly in her chest.

“You… Do you know what you’re saying?!” He had gone mad.

He had really gone mad!

So, during this time, he ignored everything just to wait for those people to find him? He was willing to pay the price for this?!

Rebecca felt that Cedric must be mad. Otherwise, how could he act like this? The man sitting on the sofa opened his eyes again, sharpness evident in his gaze.

He said, “Let them investigate, don’t stop them!” In reality, no one could stop Zane. He was the seventh son of the Entes family!

Everything Rebecca did during this time was in vain.

In the end, Rebecca panicked. Her whole b*dy went weak and she collapsed to the ground. She looked at Cedric in a daze.

“No, you can’t do this.” “Ced, don’t do this!” He was her only son. If Cedric were to go to prison, it would be even more unbearable than if he killed her..

However, no matter what Rebecca said afterward, Cedric just sat there quietly, never uttering a word.

Despite her crying and sobbing, he didn’t offer a single word of comfort. He treated her as if she were a stranger.

She was his mother!

How could he treat her like this?!

“W–why don’t I pay the price Instead, okay?” Rebecca cried to Cedric.

Even if she had to go instead, it would be fine.

But looking at her son, who had lost all hope, she didn’t know how to help him get out of that grief.

Rebecca didn’t expect that not only had Cedric gone mad, but Christina had also completely lost her She was overwhelmed with Cedric’s affairs. Before Rebecca could figure out how to get Christina out, she… admitted everything.

And she claimed to have conspired with Isabella.

A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 252-Giving Up Even as things reached a critical moment, Christina still stubbornly held onto Isabella. She did it even knowing that admitting it would bring the heaviest consequences She was determined to drag Isabella down with her.

However, what disappointed Christina was that no matter what she did or how hysterically she demanded to see Cedric, she was disappointed in the end.

During this time, Wanda attempted to take the blame for her, but all attempts failed.

Christina would face the punishment she deserved for all her wrongdoings.

However, even after all her crimes were exposed. Cedric still didn’t appear before her She was at her wit’s end. Before going to prison, Wanda came to see her. Christina asked Wanda to pass a message to Cedric, warning him to be cautious of Isabella.

Wanda cried as she said, “Even now, you still care about the master, but his heart has always been on that dead person.” “Wanda, don’t say such things in the future.” Christina’s tone was unusually indifferent.

She would never have acted this calmly before this. But now, it seemed as if she saw through everything.

In fact, she hadn’t seen through anything; she had only seen through things between her and Cedric.

She had gone to great lengths, but what had she ultimately gained?

Only the realization that she shouldn’t try to force something that didn’t belong to her.

Once, she was the one who refused to accept fate the most.

But now, she had accepted it.

This time, she truly and completely accepted it.

“Miss‘ Wanda cried uncontrollably.

She looked at Christina, wanting to say something. But seeing the Indifference in her eyes, she ultimately swallowed back the words that were on the tip of her tongue.

However, she still spoke about Cedric’s recent situation.

1/5 “Master Cedric has probably encountered some trouble now.” “What?” “Before that woman died, she managed to investigate everything. All evidence is pointing toward Master Cedric.” “If all of that is true, Master Cedric will face the same fate as you!” As Wanda finished speaking, Christina’s face changed drastically. She looked at Wanda, pale. Her eyes. widened and then became hollow.

He would face the same fate as herself?!

No, it couldn’t be.

How could it be?

Was it Isabella? Or the person behind Isabella?

Christina couldn’t accept the result brought by Wanda.

In her heart, Cedric was such a strong–willed person. How could he face such an ending?

He was so superior. How could this happen?!

“Wanda, quickly, go find my brother. Tell him that there must be someone behind Isabella. If I’m not wrong, that person must be targeting him!” Christina felt frustrated thinking about the consequences Cedric would face now.

It was something she absolutely didn’t want to see. She hated her current self, and she hated her past self.

Even if she had been in desperate situations before, her feelings for Cedric had never changed.

Even though Cedric had never come to see her here, she didn’t blame him…!

After all, she had hurt the person who held his heart! She was the one who had blinded him to the truth!

“Miss…” Wanda felt somewhat displeased when she saw Christina still defending Cedric at this point But Christina’s expression turned cold. “Gol” Wanda was silent.

Though she felt distressed looking at Christina’s appearance and harbored resentment toward the Johnson family for it, Wanda nodded reluctantly.

“I understand,” “Go! Now!!” Christina’s voice trembled.

The Johnson family was now in complete chaos.

Rebecca never expected that the special assistants around Natalie and Irwin would be so powerful..

Sweeping away the people she sent to disrupt them.

In a short period, they had truly uncovered everything.

Now, all the troubles were pointing towards Cedric Christina’s schemes against Natalie.

Cedric’s ruthlessness towards Natalie.

Everything was intertwined. The Johnson family’s scandals were exposed one after another. They were unable to hide, and the revelation shocked Verde City and the world.

When Rebecca arrived at Scarlet Villa, Wanda was there. Cedric was on a call, and Rebecca had no idea what was being said on the other end.

Cedric’s expression was cold, “No need. This is what I should bear!” Upon hearing this, Rebecca was angered and anxious. Then, Cedric directly hung up the phone.

Wanda and Rebecca both approached. Without waiting for Rebecca to say anything, Wanda spoke first, Sir, about what Ms. Christina said…” “Get lost!” Just now, Wanda had conveyed Christina’s words to Cedric.

However, what she received was Cedric’s one–word dismissal. He didn’t listen to what she was saying, or perhaps these things were simply unimportant to him.

Rebecca didn’t know what Wanda had told Cedric, and right now, she didn’t have the patience to find out.

“Ced, you need to leave quickly now!” The evidence was already starting to be investigated, and Rebecca was genuinely worried.

Cedric sat indifferently on the sofa, seemingly ignoring whatever Rebecca was saying.

“Did you even hear what i said?” He probably wouldn’t be able to leave if he didn’t leave soon. Was he really going to let himself be taken into custody and endure what Natalie had suffered before?

It wasn’t a matter of a day or two or even a month or two!

Dealing with those matters, even with connections, might take a very long time.

Especially considering Cedric’s current attitude, Rebecca was worried that if he were taken away, it would be a lifetime.

Kyle and Lucas arrived.

“Ced,” Rebecca pleaded. She looked at Cedric, hoping he would leave quickly.

No mother would want to see her son endure such an ending.

But Cedric just shouted, “Butler!” “Yes, Master Cedric.” “Escort the madam back.” ‘Cedr *Madam, Master Cedric still has matters to attend to. Please go back first.” The butler said respectfully.

Cedric was calm and unhurried, which made Rebecca even more anxious than before.

Rebecca didn’t want to leave.

However, Cedric took Lucas and Kyle directly to the study, leaving Rebecca to scream downstairs. He neither looked nor listened.

In the study, Cedric carefully placed the small box of ashes beside him. Kyle and Lucas exchanged serious glances.

Lucas took a step forward and said hesitantly, “Sir, are you really…” He couldn’t continue the rest of the sentence.

ontinue the rest of 476 Before, when he saw Cedric treating Natalie like that, he thought… that Natalie no longer held Cedric’s heart.

Who could have thought tha the impact on him would be so great?

Originally, it wasn’t that Cedric no longer had Natalie in his heart, it was that he was thoroughly. disappointed in Natalie.

When disappointment accumulated enough, he became even more ruthless towards her. 7 But in the end, everything turned out to be so ridiculous.

Natalie had never changed..

What changed… was him and the people around him. They misunderstood the person he loved the most and even threw her into hell During this time. Dylan and Zane had been investigating Natalie’s affairs. Lucas thought Cedric would ask novelbin him to intervene.

But who would have thought that Cedre ordered him not to intervene and let them investigate freely?

Without obstruction, they easily overturned the previous evidence and quickly uncovered the whole truth

A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 253-Without obstruction, they easily overturned the previous evidence and quickly uncovered the whole truth Chapter 253 Chapter 253 Bearing All Costs All the accusations against Natalie were completely cleared The truth was revealed, and now it was the final step before reaching Cedric.

Once it was confirmed, there would be major consequences for Cedric.

As Rebecca had said, this was his last chance to leave.

“Sir, please leave now!” Lucas finally changed the topic.

This was Cedric’s last opportunity to leave. He could be free from the troubles as long as he left Verde City. Even if Cedric disappeared from this world, it would be acceptable.

Having followed Cedric for so many years, Lucas naturally didn’t want to see Cedric fall into such despair.

Cedric was the pride of Verde City and once the most outstanding youth in the city.

How could be easily fall like this?

But when Lucas mentioned leaving Cedric calmly glanced at the urn on the desk. In his eyes, there was a keen sense of sorrow.

Undoubtedly, at this moment, Cedric thought of Natalie’s final struggle o him.

Even in the end, she fought to overtum everything. She refused to surrender and wouldn’t submit to She made those around her continuously search for the truth.

What would she do after finding the truth? Given her personality in this life, she would undoubtedly fight tooth and nail to send him to prison, right?

Yes, that was how she was at that point.

Since this was what she wished for, he would grant it.

“I’m not leaving,” Cedric said in a weary tone, rejecting Lucas’s persuasion.

He owed Natalie too much, and it was time to repay it. Even if it meant repaying it in this way, he should accept it!

If possible, he hoped she could come to demand him to pay all these sins in person.

Unfortunately, fate was so cruel. He wouldn’t get such an opportunity.

“Sir!” Lucas said urgently after listening to Cedric’s words.

14 But Cedric didn’t want to hear Lucas’s persuasion anymore. Instead, he turned his gaze to Kyle and said, Kyle.” 1 “Yes, sir.” “Have you taken care of everything I entrusted to you?” Lucas looked at Kyle with curiosity, not knowing what Cedric had entrusted to him.

Kyle nodded, “Yes, sir. Rest assured.” “You’re dismissed,” Cedric ordered:

During his time at Scarlet Villa, he rarely saw people from the company. The board members came, but he wouldn’t see them.

He hadn’t seen anyone but Kyle three times.

No one knew what Cedric had entrusted to Kyle But at this moment, Lucas knew that Cedric was making the final arrangements. It was like the preparations before entering prison, perhaps even… the last arrangements in life.

“Lucas. While Lucas had been lost in thought, Cedric looked at him and called out.

Lucas returned to his senses and nodded. “Yes, sir?” “There is some work for you to take over.” “Sir?

“I might be in there for quite some time,” Cedric said sharply, looking at Lucas.

At this moment, an unprecedented determination emanated from Cednic. Lucas, too, was instantly burdened with a heavy responsibility.

Even in the final moments, Cedric was a meticulous planner. He ensured that everything around him was appropriately arranged.

Lucas felt a lump in his throat. Even as a grown man, witnessing Cedric’s emotional struggle made it hard.

to hold back tears.

“Sir, please leave,” Lucas pleaded, his voice choked with emotion.

Indeed, leaving now was the only solution to resolve everything However, Cedric merely smiled at Lucass words. He had never considered leaving. Since the moment he returned from Simeria with Natalie, he had contemplated bearing all her burdens, For Cedric, this was about repaying everything to her In his last lifetime, he had endured the pain of losing her.

In this life, he was determined to settle all scores.

“After I go in, bury her in the Dragon City Cemetery, Cedric instructed.

“You won’t.. send her off? Lucas looked at Cedric, the sadness in his eyes causing Lucas‘ chest to tighten.

Cedric shook his head.

Whether in the previous life or this one, what he couldn’t bear the most was personally witnessing her being laid to rest.

Watching her being buried meant accepting the reality of her absence. As long as he didn’t attend her funeral, he could convince himself that Natalie was still in this world.

There were some things he couldn’t bring himself to witness because seeing them would only deepen his despair, He couldn’t leave just yet.

Even if he went to see her, that stubborn girl wouldn’t forgive him easily.

“Take her away.

Cedric finally turned away, refusing to look at Natalie’s urn again.

Lucas watched his lonely figure, the entire study illuminated by his grief.

Lucas opened his mouth to say something, but in the end, he remained silent. He knew that, at this point, anything he said wouldn’t change Cedric’s mind.

Having misunderstood the people around him and ultimately hurting the one he loved the most, how could Cedric easily forgive himself?

“Yes, sir.” Lucas finally nodded reluctantly.

He carefully cradled the urn and cast a deep look at Cedric before turning to leave.

號 However, just as he reached the door, Cedric spoke again, “She fears loneliness. Even if not every day. help me send some lavender to her during festivals and special occasions.” “Remember, lavender,” Cedric emphasized Lavender was her favorite scent. While alive, she had longed for him to take her to a lavender–filled honeymoon destination just after their marriage.

However, he had been busy taking over the company then. He couldn’t fulfill this simple wish. As time passed, their relationship soured to the point where traveling together became impossible.

Now, reflecting on everything, he realized how much he owed her, “Yes, sir.” Lucas nodded, reluctantly taking Natalie’s ashes away.

Alone in the study, Cedric stood by the window, watching the pouring rain outside.

His vision blurred, and he whispered, “If, in the next life, you’re willing to see me again, I’ll take you to all the places you want to go.” But would she want to see him in the next life?

A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 254-Severe Injury During this time, Verde City was abuzz with discussions surrounding the Johnson family.

And today, a major event took place.

The Johnson family’s son was arrested.

It was said that he was the mastermind behind the construction incident in the eastern suburbs, which resulted in loss of life.

His motive was believed to be revenge against his ex–wife, Natalie. With Natalie’s death, he couldn’t escape legal consequences!

Despite the speculations and anticipated outcomes in the public eye, the moment it happened was still shocking Elizabeth was hospitalized after this heavy blow, and all company responsibilities fell on Rebecca’s shoulders.

The entire Verde City and the Johnson family fell into chaos.

Meanwhile, Natalie sat on the bed in Red Wine Estate. A nurse was changing her bandages.

Jason didn’t come to treat her today. Natalie sweated profusely from the pain, and her forehead creased.

“Does it hurt?” The nurse asked, looking at Natalie, who had already bitten down on a tourniquet.

Natalie nodded, it truly hurt While she had a high pain tolerance, the injuries were extensive. To prevent infection, her wounds were still being treated daily. It was a process that took a considerable amount of time.

Throughout, she had to endure this painful ordeal.

*I’ll be more gentle,” the nurse whispered.

Her touch was lighter. If Jason were handling the procedure, Natalie would experience more pain.

The maid attending to Natalie opened the curtains, allowing sunlight to stream in. The sudden brightness was a bit dazzling, prompting Natalie to shield her eyes instinctively.

Since the big fire, Natalie’s eyes had suffered some damage. The doctor advised her not to use electronic devices for the next six months.

Disobeying this advice would result in a lifetime of Impaired vision. Natalie had learned her lesson in her previous life, so she cherished her eyes greatly.

Lydia Wright, the maid beside Natalie on the bed, scolded, “Xyla, be more careful. Ms. Natalie’s eyes can’t handle such stimulation.” “Huh? I apologize, Ms. Natalie! I just thought the weather was nice today and wanted to open the window for fresh air. I’ll close the curtains now.” Natalie remained silent because, more than the sunlight, she couldn’t bear the pain in her b*dy. Gradually, she adapted to the light, and the discomfort lessened, After half an hour, the nurse finished changing all the bandages, Natalie removed the saliva soaked tourniquet.

As the nurse packed up, she said, “Dr. Summers has specially ordered a pair of custom anti–glare glasses for you. They should arrive this afternoon.” “Anti–glare glasses? Natalie was surprised.

She hadn’t expected Jason to take care of this matter. After all, another doctor was responsible for her.

eye care this wasn’t within Jason’s scope.

The nurse finished packing and slung the bag over her shoulder. She smiled at Natalie and said, “Dr. Summers said you can go outside to soak up some sun now; it’s beneficial for your recovery.” Upon hearing this, Natalie nodded. Since arriving here, she had never been outside. She wasn’t particularly eager to explore the outside world right now.

Though she endured pain every day during this period, it was a rare respite compared to what her days were like before this.

Lydia, who was sitting by her bedside, continued to read today’s news, just like before.

When she reached the part about Cedric’s arrest in Verde City, Natalie’s eyes widened.

“Hold on a moment.” “Yes, miss?” “Who got arrested?” Cedric? Was it Cedric?

Lydia had been reading a lot of news to her during this time, mostly related to Simeria.

2/5 However, the news in Verde City seemed too shocking and had made international news. It became a hot topic even in Simeria, so Lydia read it to Natalie.

Natalie had stiffened at the news, and Lydia noted she had broken out in a cold sweat.

Xyla Wright had already prepared hot water to wipe away her sweat during the bandage change. She had noticed Natalie sweating quite a bit earlier.

But before Xyla could act, Stephen arrived.

Seeing the state Natalie and the two maids were in, he probably understood that Natalie was already aware of the news.

Frowning, he looked at Lydia and Xyla.

“You two, leave for now.” “Yes, sir.” Lydia and Xyla understood they had read something they shouldn’t have today and quickly left.

With only Stephen and Natalie left in the room, Stephen gazed intently at Natalie, not missing any changes in her eyes.

However, aside from indifference, he saw nothing else.

“Sigh…” Stephen took a deep breath and sat on the nearby sofa, his expression deep and solemn.

“How do you feel about this?” Stephen directly asked.

Natalie lowered her head.

Licking her cold l*ps, she said, “I don’t really feel much about it.” She was just wondering how Cedric could be arrested!

Knowing his capabilities, he would have found a way to escape even if the evidence had pointed to him.

xpect it to hannen?

Putting him in jail would probably take a long time, but she didn’t quickly.

Or did he let his guard down because she was declared dead?

“He doesn’t know I’m alive, does he?” For the first time, Natalie paid attention to Cedric 3/5 From waking up until now, she had spent each day in a painful haze. This was the first time she asked her uncle about what happened after he took her out of Verde City.

It was also the first time she inquired about Cedric After another life–and–death experience, she was indifferent to everything. No matter how much resentment there was, she had let it all go.

Not for anything else but to completely sever ties with the past.

However, Cedric surrendering so quickly was something she hadn’t anticipated… She didn’t know how Cedric was doing in Verde City and wasn’t interested in finding out. However, the fact that he surrendered left her with mixed emotions.

“He doesn’t know. Also, he isn’t the only Johnson family member who got in trouble. Christina was also.

arrested.” Natalie was speechless.

Christina?

When Stephen mentioned that Christina had also been arrested, Natalie was truly shocked.

In her subconscious mind, anyone in Verde City could run into trouble, but Christina wouldn’t.

Yet, who would have thought that she actually did?

“Arrested?” “Yes, and she’s already sentenced to life.” …What? How long?” Natal When Natalie asked these words, her tone trembled, but it was out of satisfaction.

Christina had also fallen?

And sentenced to life?!

No matter what Christina did previously, the Johnson family members would always protect her.

Why did they let her down this time?

More importantly, both Cedric and Christina were arrested. This was something no one could have expected!

“Life imprisonment!” Stephen repeated.

Natalie was silent..

“Because the nature of her crimes was severe, there was no leniency.” “It was also because of your intervention, right?” Natalle looked at Stephen, feeling a myriad of emotions.

Natalie was certain her uncle had also taken action.

Stephen didn’t deny it. He said, “The suffering you experienced in the Johnson family, the dangers you faced time and time again… She was the cause of all of it.”

A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 255-Natalie fell into silence.

Clearly, while the outcome was shocking, it was also the best result, So what if Stephen had intervened in this matter?

It wasn’t a misunderstanding about Christina; she indeed committed those acts. Since it was her doing, it was only fitting for her to bear the consequences.

However, for Cedric to also face such a situation…!

“Did you also intervene in Cedric’s case?” Natalie asked in a tone that revealed no emotion.

Stephen shook his head. “No.” in Natalie looked up at Stephen, once again shocked Her uncle didn’t intervene? Yet, Cedric easily ended up in this situation?!

That… didn’t quite add up!

Seeing Natalie’s confusion, Stephen explained, “After returning from Simeria, he instructed everyone not to hinder Dylan and Zane’s investigation.

“He also came to six This information shocked Natalie even more. Clearly, this was the last thing she expected to hear.

Why did he come?

Since returning to Simeria, she had either been in a state of deep sleep or enduring the painful recovery process. She was completely oblivious to the outside world.

Now, hearing Stephen’s account, she realized that during this time, she had been staying in a small room in the estate.

Yet, the vast world outside continued with all kinds of earth–shattering incidents.

Stephen briefed Natalie on the situation in Verde City during this period. The more she heard, the more shocked she became.

Undoubtedly, she didn’t expect the fire to cause so much chaos in Verde City or Cedric’s attitude.

Throughout, Stephen had always been against any entanglements between her and Cedric, Yet, to 1/5 The disastrous fire and its aftermath, Cedric’s attitude, the subsequent events in the Johnson family, Cedric’s purpose in coming to Simeria, and what happened after he returned to Verde City–Stephen laid out everything for Natalie.

As the conversation concluded, Stephen looked into her eyes, filled with depth and complexity, as if there was something she still didn’t know.

“Why did you tell me all of this?” Natalie asked directly, Yes, why reveal this information?

If he didn’t want her and Cedric to get entangled again, why share all this with her?

“You’re one of the parties involved and have the right to know.” Natalie was silent Yes, she had the right to know.

But Cedric’s reaction was truly laughable.

He…!

He was saddened for her?!

Hah!

Not only did Natalie not believe such words, but even if she did, what difference would it make?

She wasn’t moved at all. On the contrary, Cedric’s reactions only made the situation more laughable to her!

He knew the truth!

And now, his attitude had changed so dramatically.

Wasn’t that laughable?

Was there no explanation?

When she was by his side before, she explained countless times.

But did he believe her?

Now, who was this change in attitude for?

In any case, it wasn’t her problem to bear.

“So, did you feel moved by his actions?” Stephen asked, looking at Natalie, For some reason, at this moment, Natalie seemed to detect a hint of guilt in Stephen’s tone..

No, Stephen wouldn’t harbor such emotions.

She must have misheard.

looked at Stephen. She took a deep breath and said, “No!” This response made Stephen smile. It was a smile tinged with bitterness.

“Uncle, are you still hiding something from me?” “Why do you ask that?” “You and Aunt don’t seem to blame me for what happened to Winona,” Natalie could finally voice the question that had been eating at her after regaining consciousness.

In theory, given that Winona’s fiance had met with an accident, her uncle and aunt should resent her.

After all, Natalie had caused their only daughter to suffer.

However, her aunt’s words last time and her uncle’s attitude made everything confusing.

Stephen glanced at her. He didn’t directly answer her question. He stood up, sighed, and didn’t continue the conversation.

He left, leaving Natalie puzzled.

A great fire had burnt away her past, but facing the current situation wasn’t so simple for her, Her uncle, aunt, and Cedric all seemed to be hiding something Everything before had led her to underestimate Cedric.

The current circumstances made it even more challenging for her to see clearly.

Not long after Stephen left, his butler called, saying that Blanca had disappeared.

At that moment, Natalie’s world once again shattered.

She stiffened, and her face turned pale.

In Verde City, Cedric admitted to all the evidence after being arrested. Even all the connections Rebeccal found to keep him out of prison were in vain.

His confession was swift, and the trial proceeded quickly, leading to immediate results.

In prison, Rebecca watched through the soundproof glass as Cedric, dressed in prison attire, exuded an air of bitterness and pain.

“Why abandon your mother? Is it worth tormenting yourself for a woman? Rebecca questioned, her voice echoing in the confined space.

Watching Cedric in such a desolate state, Rebecca’s eyes were filled with pain.

Regardless of any change in her previous attitude toward Natalie, her hatred had now extended to Natalie.

Even knowing that Natalie was already dead, the fact that she still entangled herself in Cedric’s life was what Rebecca found most unacceptable novelbin “She wasn’t an ordinary woman; she was my wife,” Cedric coldly corrected Rebecca.

Even at this moment, he was defending Natalie. However, this defense had become meaningless.

Listening to Cedric’s defense of Natalie, Rebecca’s throat tightened painfully, and her tears fell freely.

He was the high and mighty deputy chairman of Johnson Enterprise.

Now, he had become a prisoner.

Rebecca knew very well that this wasn’t solely Natalie’s fault; Christina and isabella were also involved. 1 Christina had already been punished, but what about Isabella?

In the end, unable to bear it any longer, Rebecca left.

Cedric sat by the iron bars, staring at the sky outside. Recently, it seemed that Verde City favored rainy days, adding to the heaviness of everyone’s mood.

“Wait for me…” he murmured softly.

Would she forgive him after he endured all the punishments? He remembered throwing her into prison and wondered how long she would stay there.

Undoubtedly, his earlier plans to torment Natalie were now all borne by him alone. It was what he deserved.

In the dark night, in Verde City’s tallest luxury apartment building, a man in a black suit exuded an air of nobility and mystery.

Isabella stood not far behind him, unable to contain her anger.

“You never said at the beginning that you wanted him in prison,” Isabella said, her voice filled with suppressed rage.

The man chuckled lightly, the laughter carrying a hint of mockery.

“Were you really thinking of marrying him?” Suddenly, his tone turned cold.

Isabella locked at the man’s back, feeling the intense chill, and retorted defiantly, “If not him, who? A rat from this filthy gutter like you?

As soon as she said that, something grabbed her neck.

The man’s eyes, deep and dangerous, stared at Isabella as if she were a mere ant.

Despite her pale face, Isabella fearlessly raised her chin.

“You’re not allowed to touch him anymore!”

A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 256-“You’re not allowed to touch him anymore!” Chapter 256 Chapter 256 The Stubborn Girl Time flew by like a swift shuttle.

A massive fire had altered the lives of all those involved.

Two years later, the world’s top tier commercial speech event in Simeria dazzled everyone… Lucas hurriedly entered Verde City Prison to see Cedric. Two years had transformed the man into someone cold and steady.

“What’s the matter?” Cedric asked with an icy tone upon seeing Lucas.

It had been two years.

Since the day Rebecca left, Cedric hadn’t met anyone else apart from those from the company.

In the meantime, Rebecca had tried numerous times to reach out, but Cedric rejected every attempt. He even turned away calls from Simeria.

Lucas had visited countless times during this period, but his serious expression now was a first.

Cedric thought something might be wrong with the company.

“It’s not about the company,” Lucas sa d as she shook his head.

Cedric frowned, “Then what?” Lucas looked at him with complex emotions in his eyes. Obviously, the unexpected news had left everyone at a loss for words.

When Rebecca had first learned of it, she didn’t know how to break it to Cedric. It was beyond surprising.

and it was downright… hateful!

In the past two years, Christina had been sentenced to prison for life, and Cedric had paid a heavy price.

Yet, the person who was supposed to be dead…..!

It was a deception.

A blatant deception!

“Just leave it if you’re not going to talk, Cedric said, about to hang up.

“Wait,” Lucas stopped him in time.

There was obvious impatience in Cedric’s eyes.

After a moment of contemplation, Lucas gathered his courage and said, “Ms. Walker is still alive!” The air fell silent instantly.

For a long time, even though they were separated by soundproof glass, it felt like they could hear each other’s breaths.

Cedric’s eyes went through a storm of emotions but eventually calmed down.

When he looked at Lucas and spoke, his mind was still buzzing, as if he couldn’t hear his own voice.

“What did you say?

Who wa Who was still alive?

He must have misheard.

Lucas looked at Cedric and said slowly, “Ms. Walker, sir, Natalie Walker!” At that moment, his mind seemed to explode!

It felt as if the entire world collapsed and rebuilt itself, repeating the process over and over.

sa The world was in chaos. It was a tangled mess. novelbin Natalie… Natalie!

It was a name It was a name Cedric least wanted to recall in the last two years. Yet, her face lingered in his mind, and her smile was frozen in the sea of fire.

His heart thumped wildly and beyond his control.

Lucas‘ words about her being alive echoed in his mind repeatedly.

“She’s… alive?” Cedric finally spoke after a long silence.

He looked at Lucas, who was on the other side of the glass, to confirm that he hadn’t heard wrongly.

Lucas nodded. “Yes, sir.” “But she seems to be with Mr. Frazier!” Lucas added, clearly reminding Cedric that time was limited.

All the chaos in his mind settled on the crucial point: Natalie was alive!

Natalie, Natalie…!

The name that kept him awake through countless nights behind iron bars.

It was the most painful yet unforgettable memory. It was a name that haunted him like a nightmare, entwining him like a curse.

Simultaneously, it was the name he couldn’t let go of–the name that tortured him into wanting to forget everything.

Her departure two years ago became a deep abyss he couldn’t escape. But now, Lucas’s message was like a scorching sun, instantly illuminating that dark pit.

Natalie’s name was his demon and his redemption…!

“She’s alive?” “Yes, sir.” “She’s with Irwin?” Cedric chuckled, a mocking and mad glint in his eyes The residue of time in his eyes gradually lightened, revealing uncontainable joy and a hint of craziness.

Two years. It had been a full two years.

Two years ago, he went mad in Simeria, like how he had gone mad in his previous life, keeping her by his side until the end.

He had lived with her urn at Scarlet Villa, awaiting justice’s judgment…/ And during that time, what was she doing…?!

She was alive and living well in Simeria while he suffered pain in Verde City caused by her supposed departure.

He must have looked like a fool to her–one trapped in her shadow and unable to break free, even resorting to endless extremes.

“Heh… Natalie, how great of you!” Bang!

Cedric slammed a fish into the soundproof glass. His eyes were filled with anger and madness upon hearing that Natalie was alive and with Inwin.

Get up!

Fiercely, he said to Lucas, “Handle it immediately!” “Yes, sir!” Upon hearing these words, Lucas instantly breathed a sigh of relief. He knew this news would surely.

make Cedric take action.

Two years.

During the two years, Natalie didn’t die, yet Cedric suffered all the pain she should have endured. He had rejected any special treatment, refusing any kindness.

However, who would have thought that while he was in despair, she was safe and sound…!

Regardless, this was undoubtedly good news for him.

Natalie…! That stubborn girl! Just wait, he would deal with her!

He was clearly angry, but the tears at this moment were mixed with laughter. No one knew how he had endured these two years, the pain constantly gnawing at his heart the ne Now, the news Lucas brought was like a healing balm, instantly dissipating the pain in his chest and igniting an immediate desire to tear Natalie apart!

A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 257-Approaching Good Times In a towering office building in Simeria, Natalie’s petite figure remained unchanged. There was now a sharpness and weariness of life’s twists and turns present on her delicate cheeks She emerged from the elevator in professional attire with a pair of glasses on her face, and she presented a composed and capable demeanor.

Accompanied by several assistants, she walked and gave instructions to Karina, who led the group.

Karina took note of everything as they walked.

One of the secretaries approached Natalie respectfully, “Ms. Walker, Mr. Frazier is here. He’s been waiting for a while and didn’t want to disturb you with a phone call.” Upon hearing that Irwin was here, Natalie’s usually strict work attitude instantly softened, and a smile spread on her l*ps.

Snap She closed a folder and handed it to Karina, saying “Go to the meeting room first.” “Yes, Ms. Walker.” Karina took the folder and left.

Natalie strode toward her office, and her assistants returned to their respective positions.

The secretary pushed open Natalie’s office door.

Inside, a broad–shouldered figure stood by the French windows. Natalie’s smile deepened at the sight. As she entered, the door closed behind her. When the man turned to look at her, there was nothing but indulgence in his eyes.

“Are you done with work?” Watching Natalie approach, Irwin habitually opened his arms for her.

Even after two whole years, Natalie still felt somewhat unaccustomed to the man’s gentle and warm attitude.

Raising an eyebrow, she walked to the sofa and sipped water from the cup in front of her.

Observing her familiar reaction, Irwin didn’t find it awkward. On the contrary, his smile became even more tender and indulgent.

Looking at her drinking without any defense, he chuckled, “That’s the cup I’ve used.” Hearing this, her hand holding the cup stiffened.

Then, she reluctantly put it down before looking at Irwin and said, “I’m not done with work yet. I heard you were here, so I came straight to the office.” novelbin She had gone to the factory site in the morning and found some problems that required a meeting to resolve quickly.

Irwin’s smile deepened.

“Did I disturb you?” “No.” “Uncle asked me to meet him tonight, Irwin said while taking a seat opposite Natalie.

While saying this, he glanced at Natal e with a hint of probing in his eyes.

Upon hearing that Stephen wanted to meet Irwin tonight, Natalie’s heart skipped a beat, Lately, things between her and Irwin…!

Thinking about this, a solemn expression crossed Natalie’s features as she looked at Irwin.

“Mr. Frazier, do you want to reconsider?” she said in a light tone.

It was different now, fundamentally different.

She was no longer the age where she could choose and compromise freely. In the past two years. Irwin had been by her side. He even treated her exceptionally well during that period.

However, Natalie felt uneasy about it.

If she were to commit to Irwin, everything would seem logical, but she couldn’t wholeheartedly accept it.

It’s not that Irwin isn’t good, but she… isn’t good enough.

In Simeria, Natalie came to realize that… though Irwin’s influence in Verde City was limited, it was a different story in Simeria. His status and influence here were way beyond that.

He was an unreachable existence that could only be admired from a distance.

Irwin’s kindness towards her made her feel like it was pity or some other factor at play. He treated her well, and he was gentle, but none of it seemed like love.

“Nat, do you have any other concerns?” “Never mind, there’s always time. I’m just going to see Uncle. Don’t feel too pressured, alright?” Seeing Natalie’s distress, Irwin reassured her in a gentle tone. However, Natalie didn’t feel much relief when she heard Irwin speak like this Even though both her uncle and Irwin didn’t pressure her, Natalie still felt a significant psychological burden from Irwin.

Without responding to Irwin, Natalie checked the time on her wristwatch and said, “I have an urgent meeting. If you’re not in a hurry, why don’t you wait for me to go back together?” “Sure.” Irwin nodded.

Natalie stood up, exchanged a few more words with Irwin, and then hurriedly went to the meeting.

Currently, at Regal Horizons International, since her recovery two years ago, Stephen gradually handed over the company to her to manage.

Before that, Natalie was just a housewife, and there was much for her to learn.

It’s evident how hard these two years have been for her! She didn’t even have time to delve into why her uncle and aunt didn’t inquire about Winona’s situation, She also didn’t have time to pay attention to the meaningless matters in Verde City.

Every day, her focus was on the company. She would collapse into bed exhausted, having no time to be distracted.

Even with Irwin’s constant companionship, she had little time to respond to him.

Because she was the heir to Regal Horizons International, managing such a large enterprise that Stephen built with half his life’s effort, she naturally couldn’t learn it overnight.

From the initial unfamiliarity to now effortlessly handling various matters, Irwin’s guidance and the elders‘ supplementary lessons played a crucial role.

A meeting that was expected to last only half an hour ended up taking a full two hours.

When Natalie returned to the office, she looked apologetically at Irwin. “Sorry, there were some disagreements during the meeting.” The meeting was originally planned for half an hour.

35 Who would have thought it would take so long?

Natalie felt a bit guilty, especially when she saw no impatience in Irwin’s eyes.

However, Irwin responded to her apology with just a gentle smile and said. “Agnes called and said they are waiting for us,” Agnes was Stephen’s butler.

“Oh, let’s hurry then!” Natalie hurriedly said when she heard that everything had been prepared.

Irwin extended his hand to her.

Natalie’s expression stiffened for a moment. She hesitated briefly and then, as if relieved, placed her somewhat cold hand into the warmth of the man’s palm Feeling her cold hand, Irwin frowned. “Why are you so cold?” “It’s like this during the early spring weather,” Natalie responded lightly to Inwin’s remark Irwin took off his coat and carefully put it on her. Her figure was petite, and his tall coat reached down to her knees, resembling a child wearing an adult’s clothes.

A blush flashed across Natalie’s smal face for the man’s usual thoughtfulness. She said, “I’m actually not cold.” “When you feel cold, it’ll already be too late, and you would have fallen sick,” the man reproached with al hint of blame, but it didn’t hide the indulgence.

Natalie didn’t argue.

Her health hadn’t been good for the past two years. Heather had tried various methods, and even now, she would be watched by her aunt as she drank herbal tea every day.

Heather insisted that if a girl’s b*dy wasn’t properly regulated, it wouldn’t bode well for her future, The two left the company hand in hand.

All the employees who saw them smiled as if it were a common sight, already accustomed to this pleasing scene.

Once Natalie and Irwin entered the elevator, some bolder employees began to gossip.

“Do you think Ms. Walker and Mr. Frazier are about to announce good news?” “It’s hard to say. If they get married, Ms. Walker will be really happy with Mr. Frazier.” “Yeah, Mr. Frazier is so gentle. Ms. Walker looks so petite standing next to him. They make a wonderful picture.” “Exactly, did you see Ms. Walker just now wearing Mr. Frazier’s coat? Luckily, it’s not a trench coat; if it were, the coat would have reached her ankles!

A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 258-Unusual When Natalie first entered the headquarters, many employees judged her because of her petite figure.

Putting aside her capability, her stature alone failed to instill a sense of security in people.

However, to everyone’s surprise, her petite figure didn’t disappoint in the first year. She doubled everyone’s bonuses.

Since then, no one in the company has secretly discriminated against Natalie’s small stature.

When Natalie and Irwin arrived at Lotus Villa, the security respectfully opened the gates when they saw it was Irwin’s car. Stephen and Heather were already waiting.

Seeing Natalie and Irwin return together, Heather smiled. Although Stephen was smiling, his eyes shimmered with some other unnamed emotion.

ed emotion “Uncle, Aunt.” Natalie and Irwin greeted.

In the past two years, since Invin reappeared in her life, he directly started addressing Stephen as uncle and Heather as aunt along with Natalie.

Stephen nodded, then turned to Irwin “Iry, come to my study.” “Okay.” Irwin nodded.

The two of them had been friends for years. Before Natalie came into their lives, they were considered the closest friends. So, when Irwin addressed Stephen as uncle, it took some getting used to.

Heather took Natalie’s hand and walked inside while scolding, Agnes said they sent the medicine over at noon. Did you not take it?” Speaking of the medicine, Natalie paused. She genuinely disliked the bitter taste, but Heather had been meticulous about it.

Even in the company, Heather never let it slide, “I was at the factory at noon. Xyla came to the office, but no one was there.” “That was Agnes‘ fault for not checking ahead. Next time, make him confirm your location before sending it over.” “Aunt, no need to be so anxious about it.” “It’s easy for you to say that. Don’t you know how difficult it is for a woman during that time? Excessive bleeding can make it difficult for the b*dy to recover afterward,” “Nat, you’re the only child our family can rely on now. So, your health is more important than anyone else’s, understand?” Heather earnestly advised.

Hearing such words, Natalie felt a sudden jolt in her heart. Undoubtedly, every time Heather said something like this, Natalie felt immense pressure.

It was because of these words that she had worked almost ten times harder than an average person over the past two years.

no Natalie’s furrowed brows, Heather changed the topic.

Seeing “Your business presentation today was very successful. Even your uncle praised you.” In the two years, this was the first time Heather praised Natalie in business matters.

Natalie smiled She didn’t know what Stephen and Irwin were discussing in the study, but Heather was watching her. The older woman promptly handed her a large bowl of medicine.

Looking at Heather, Natalie asked, “Winnie hasn’t called me recently, Has something happened?” Winona was Stephen and Heather’s only daughter.

Initially, everything in the Jarvis family was supposed to be inherited by Winona. Regardless, Winona had been indifferent. Due to the incident two years ago, Natalie hadn’t seen Winona since returning to Simeria.

Stephen and Heather avoided mentioning Winona. She had gone abroad and had yet to return for two years. Winona even checked on her parents through Natalie instead of calling them directly.

This strange change intrigued Natalie. But when she asked Winona about it, Winona, like Stephen and Heather, remained tight–l*pped.

Now, when Natalie Inquired about Winona, Heather’s expression changed, and a hint of depth flashed int her eyes.

“She hasn’t been in touch with us for the past two years!” Heather said.

Natalie was silent.

She was taken aback when she heard that. It was something she hadn’t expected. She thought there Winona’s end.

However, hearing Heather say there had been no calls for two years shocked her.

Pulling Heather’s somewhat cold hand, feeling the disappointment and chill in her eyes when mentioning Winona, Natalie said, “Aunt, two years ago…” “Don’t ask anymore, okay?” Before Natalie could finish, Heather directly interrupted her. As always, whenever Natalle brought up the events of two years ago, Heather refused to continue the topic..

They had been this way since two years ago, and until now, they were still unwilling to mention it.

This made Natalie not only shocked but almost unable to believe it.

Winona was their only daughter. Wasn’t she heartbroken after Joshua died two years ago?

Why wouldn’t Stephen and Heather want to talk about her?

“Aunt, don’t be angry.” Not knowing what had happened, Natalie didn’t know how to persuade Heather.

However, Heather shook her head. “I’m not angry.” Not angry? Then what was it?

Just as Natalie was about to ask more, Heather patted her hand and picked up the empty medicine bowl.

“Go see if your uncle and Irv are done talking. It’s time for dinner.” “Okay.” Natalie nodded.

Heather headed to the kitchen with the medicine bowl. As Natalie watched her cold figure, she felt endless worry.

Was the Was the relationship between Joshua and Winona two years ago more complex than she thought?

Back when Verde City was in chaos, Stephen didn’t even have time for Natalie. He was always with Winona.

What happened to make their attitudes towards each other so indifferent over the past two years?

It was one thing for Stephen to be like this, but now even Heather…!

Before Natalie could go upstairs, Irwin and Uncle came down. There was an unusual expression on their faces, something that had become quite common over the past two years.

Natalie had grown accustomed to it.

“Uncle, it’s time for dinner,” Natalie called to Stephen.

Stephen nodded, and Irwin looked at her with his usual warmth. The servants efficiently brought the dishes to the table. They all sat down together, Natalie beside Irwin, Heather on Stephen’s left.

Most of the dishes on the table were Natalie’s favorites. Over the past two years, Stephen and Heather had paid meticulous attention to her preferences.

Natalie placed some food on Heather’s plate and said, “Aunt, this is your favorite.” “Thank you,” Heather replied with a gentle smile.

Stephen and Irwin chatted about random topics during the meal. Suddenly, Irwin looked at Natalie and began, Nat and 1” “Why don’t we wait a little longer, hmm?” Stephen interrupted Irwin before he could finish.

The gazes of the two intertwined, displaying a depth that was difficult to decipher.

Hearing this, Natalie was taken aback. She didn’t know what Stephen and Irwin had discussed in the study just now, but in such a situation, she still didn’t want to face it.

Irwin looked at Stephen and smiled. It was a gentle smile, and Stephen returned the action. However, there was something off about this smile.

“Irv, Uncle is worried about me,” Natalie blurted out randomly..

Having spent two years in the business world, experiencing various situations and storms, Natalie had novelbin grown used to different occasions.

So, when Irwin and Stephen looked at her now, she knew it was somewhat different from before.

A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 259-Secrets in the Photo Inwin looked at Natalie, then he reached out to ruffle her soft hair affectionately.

His movements were incredibly gentle as he said, “It’s because Uncle worries about you that you shouldn’t let him be so concerned. What do you think?” Natalie was silent.

Upon hearing this, her heart sank.

She h Irwin was right. She had been causing Stephen constant worry.

But at this moment… She took Irwin’s hand and said, “You’re right. I’m trying.)

“Okay.” Irwin nodded.

Without saying more, they continued with their meal. Seeing no unusual expression on Irwin’s face, Natalie secretly breathed a sigh of relief and discreetly looked at Stephen.

Her gaze, however, held a sense of doubt.

Stephen had always liked Irwin and had great confidence that Irwin could take care of her. He had been trying to match them for the past two years.

But in recent times….

Upon careful reflection, Natalie found that Winona was not the only one who was acting weirdly in the past two years. Stephen was also the same.

A meal that Natalie initially thought would be easygoing concluded under the current confusing circumstances.

Afterward, Natalie accompanied Irwin to the door. “What did you and Uncle talk about in the study just now?

Intuition told her that Stephen’s noticeable change had occurred after the conversation with Irwin in the study.

However, when she asked Irwin, he only smiled slightly and sald, “Nothing.” See, it was like this again!

Now, It wasn’t just Stephen and Heather. Even Irwin was avoiding her questions!

175 novelbin Natalie pursed her l*ps, “Alright then.” She wasn’t the type to dig into someone’s privacy. If Irwin didn’t want to answer, then it wasn’t convenient for her to know.

Even if their relationship was close, some things were best kept at a distance.

Irwin looked at her disappointed expression and chuckled. “If you were my wife, I would naturally be open and honest!” “You’re always not taking things seriously.” Natalie cast a reproachful glance at him before turning around. and leaving in a huff.

Irwin might seem gentle and refined on the outside, but at times, he lacked seriousness when teasing.

people.

However, he never seemed to display this side publicly.

After Irwin left, Natalie entered the house. She watched as the servant brought a bowl of dessert to Heather. It was her dining habit.

“Aunt, where’s Uncle?” Not seeing Stephen’s figure, Natalie asked Heather.

Heather replied. “In the study.” “Oh, then I’ll go see him.” After saying that, Natalie rushed upstairs. At the staircase landing, she received a call from Karina, discussing work matters.

This was her current life–even after working hours, there was no guarantee of real downtime.

After ending the call, she wasn’t in a hurry to return to her room. So, she went directly to the study as she had previously intended.

Knocking on the door and then entering, she didn’t see Stephen’s figure, even though Heather had just said he was in the study.

Originally, Natalie was about to turn and leave. But then she thought of something and entered the study.

Then, she walked to the bookshelf.

Spotting a book, she smiled and took it out.

Thud!

Another book fell.

Natalie picked it up, and a photo sl*pped out from between the pages.

Picking up the photo, she intended to tuck it back into the book. However, when she saw the familiar faces in the photo, she paused and carefully examined it.

“This is… Cedric and Irwin?” The two of them looked very young. They stood shoulder to shoulder and appeared exceptionally close.

Natalie frowned… Did Cedric and Irwin use to be close? Based on what she knew about the two, it didn’t seem likely.

Running her fingers over the photo, she noted that it was slightly worn. It looked like perhaps they were about in their twenties.

Did Irwin and Cedric really have such a good relationship back then?

“What are you looking at?

Just as Natalie was lost in thought, Stephen’s voice suddenly came from behind her.

When Natalie turned around, she still held the photo in her hand. Upon seeing the photo, Stephen’s expression couldn’t help but change, He approached and took the book from Natalie’s hand. Incidentally, he also took the photo from her.

“Where did you get this photo, Uncle? Natalie asked directly.

She had always been straightforward, asking whatever was on her mind, Despite changing this habit to some extent over the past two years in the business world, she remained blunt before her family.

“I got it yesterday,” Stephen replied.

“Was this what you and Irwin were discussing in the study just now?” Natalie was an extremely intelligent person. Once a gap opened up, her questions would follow the trail of investigation.

Stephen walked to a large chair on the side. He took out a cigarette box from the drawer and grabbed a cigarette. Then, he lit it and took two deep puffs.

His brows were furrowed tightly.

Natalie knew this was probably related to herself and Irwin.

“Uncle, what did Irv say about it?” Natalie asked, shifting the question but still centered around the issue.

Finally, Stephen looked at her and said, “What do you think Irwin said?” Natalie was momentarily stunned, What did she think Irwin would say about it?

Previously, whether she was by Cedric’s side or in her relationship with Irwin, neither of them had ever mentioned having a good relationship.

But from the smiles in the photo, the purity in their expressions didn’t seem like those of enemies or strangers.

What could this mean?

And according to what Irwin might have told Stephen, Natalie had a vague idea.

“So, you don’t believe what he said?” Natalie turned to consider this aspect Stephen looked at her, his expression becoming even more serious.

He took a deep breath and asked, “What’s your take on Irwin?” “Me?” “Yeah.” Natalie said, “You and Irwin are very good friends. I’m more interested in knowing what you think, Uncle.” Faced with this complex question, Natalie directly threw it back to Stephen.

Indeed, Stephen and Irwin had been friends for many years. Good friends usually share common interests and mutual trust, forming a strong relationship.

But looking at it now… “Irwin has a resilience that ordinary people don’t. Being the master behind Maple Peak shows that he’s not an ordinary man.” Natalie remained silent.

“There’s nothing he can gain from you… But Nat, you’ve been hurt once. So, I don’t want to tie you down 45 Many elders often believed that their arrangements were for someone’s good, but it wasn’t always the case. Stephen thought highly of Irwin He was the master behind Maple Peak, and everyone in Simeria knew what Maple Peak meant to the city.

As the master behind Maple Peak, there was undoubtedly something extraordinary about him, perhaps.

even some e secrets.

Some secrets were not to be probed, while others were chilling and frightening!

A Divorce After My Rebirth Chapter 260-Their Own Secrets Stephen’s words did alleviate Natalie’s tension.

Over the past two years, Stephen’s approval of her and Irwin had put some pressure on her.

As Stephen mentioned, she had been hurt…!!

Natalie was cautious and even resistant to many things deep within.

They all knew those were Natalie’s wounds, and the fact that she could suppress them without erupting showed she could handle it and let go.

But letting go didn’t mean the wounds were healed.

She needed time.

“Thank you, Uncle, Natalie said to Stephen.

Stephen nodded, handing her the book he had taken from her. “Were you looking for this book?” “Yeah,” Natalie replied and took it.

In the cast two years, she had very little time for reading. Since she returned early today, she wanted to spend some time reading.

“I won’t disturb you any longer, Uncle, she said, waving the book and leaving the room.

Stephen’s smile dropped when Natalie turned around, and his eyes sharpened instantly.

Natalie returned to her room with the book. However, her enthusiasm just now evaporated after noticing the obvious changes between them tonight.

Bang!

She slammed the book onto the low table. Pulling out her phone, she walked to the window and dialed a number. The call was quickly picked up.

“Hello!” “Help me investigate someone.

“Who do you want to investigate?

“Irwin Frazier.” 1/5 The person on the other end of the line fell silent. After a brief moment, the voice quickly responded, “I’m sorry, I won’t take this case.” novelbin “I’ll pay you five million!” Natalie said, directly offering a sky–high price!

Butt Stephen and Irwin had been good friends all along. But tonight’s dinner seemed off, and there was also that photo in Stephen’s study, These strange occurrences made her want to know.

Irwin had always been by her side, and Stephen trusted him. But now… it seemed that Irwin wasn’t as simple as she thought.

If Irwin and Uncle didn’t want to talk, she still needed to find out. It’s just that she didn’t expect Irwin to be such an influential figure in Simeria, It was to the point that the biggest and strongest private detective agency was reluctant to take any case related to him. Even in the face of a five–million–dollar temptation, the response was, “I’m sorry “In that case, forget it.” Having said that, Natalie directly hung up the phone.

It seemed that some things weren’t necessarily achievable just because she had money, like investigating Irwin.

A night of tossing and turning followed. Although she closed her eyes, her mind was chaotic. Though she clearly didn’t sleep deeply, it felt like she was dreaming.

Undoubtedly, she was suffering from insomnia.

When she went downstairs the next morning. Stephen and Heather saw her with a clearly unpleasant expression.

“Didn’t sleep well?” Heather asked with concern as she handed Natalie a cup of hot milk.

“Thank you,” Natalie replied.

“Oh, child.” Heather reproached her slightly, but her indulgence for Natalle was hard to conceal. Is it because of too much work pressure?” Heather genuinely felt for Natalie.

Over these two years, she had witnessed Natalie’s efforts and hardships. For the sake of the Jarvis family and Regal Horizons International, Natalie had carried everything on her petite shoulders, never disappointing anyone… What Natalie couldn’t stand the most was Heather’s worry for her.

Smiling at Heather, Natalie said, “No.” “Nat, there are things we don’t tell you because we don’t want you to be involved. Your top priority now is Regal Horizons International Stephen, who had been silent on the side, finally spoke to Natalie.

He knew the reason Natalie had suffered insomnia last night was probably because of the photo she saw in his study.

When he saw it, he was also surprised. He never expected such a relationship between Irwin and Cedric, although Irwin had explained it to him in the study.

However, Stephen knew what kind of person Irwin was, as they were similar people was hard to believe what the younger man had told him.

Because of that, it Due to the appearance of that photo, both Stephen and Natalie.. had their doubts about Irwin now.

“I understand,” Natalie said, looking at Stephen.

Heather was somewhat puzzled by their conversation, thinking they were discussing business matters.

She continued to express concern for Natalie, “Regardless, you need to take care of yourself. Insomnia has a significant impact on your health.” “I got it, Aunt,” Natalie replied.

After receiving Heather’s care, Natalie’s mood improved slightly. She quickly finished the breakfast Heather had arranged for her.

When she was done, Leon and Karina were already waiting for her.

Heather saw her off and said, “I have Lydia deliver medicine to you at noon. Make sure to take it obediently, and pay attention to the regimen during the treatment.” “Okay, I got it.” “And…” When Natalie was about to get in the car, Heather held her hand and looked at the scars on her neck and the ones not covered on her wrist.

Following Heather’s gaze, Natalie saw her wrist.

3/5 + IS BONUS It was the ugly mark left by the fire two years ago. Smiling, she was about to pull her wrist out of Heather’s hand, but then the older woman said, “Consider having surgery, okay?” “You’re still a girl, and these scars are not good for you.” Heather’s tone was somewhat tense as she advised.

time she had seen the This wasn’t the first time she had seen the scars on Natalie’s b*dy.

How had Natalie endured it back then?

Especially in such a big fire, how desperate must she have been?

Fortunately, Natalie was able to recover. But these scars might leave a deep trauma in her heart.

Natalie glanced at Heather and said. “I’ll try and make time for it.” Heather had mentioned getting surgery plenty of times, However, it wasn’t that Natalie didn’t want to do it, nor did she insist on keeping these scars. It was simply because she hadn’t had time in these two years. Besides, surgery wasn’t something that could be done in a day or two.

The scars on her b*dy were relatively extensive. Two years ago, she had only managed to get the ones on her face done..

The ones on her neck were left untouched due to a lack of time afterward. Jason’s medical skills were indeed excellent. She had successfully undergone two reparative surgeries for some deeper facial wounds.

However, the scars on her b*dy were just too numerous.

“Alright, that’s good.” With Natalie’s reassuring answer, Heather also felt relieved, For women, what they feared the most wasn’t the scars on their b*dy but the emotional wounds that couldn’t be let go.

However, receiving Natalie’s response, Heather understood that Natalie had completely moved on.

On the way to the company, Natalie was still thinking about Irwin. The revelation from last night was too sudden, and the current changes in her heart made her somewhat uncomfortable.

It seemed she would need to find an opportunity to discuss it.

Screeh!

The driver suddenly slammed on the brakes, causing Natalie to lurch forward with the force.

“What’s going on?” she asked in a displeased tone as the car came to a stop.