Chapter 131

Chapter 131 The Unexpected Uncle

In an unusual turn of events, the two individuals who had always been at odds whenever they met

surprisingly found themselves in a pleasant conversation this time.

After a while, Wanda approached and respectfully asked Rebecca, “Madam, the food is ready. Shall we

start the meal?”

Rebecca nodded. In a rare good mood, she turned to Benjamin and said, “Uncle, why don’t you stay for

the meal?”

“No need,” Benjamin replied.

“Please, do stay,” Elizabeth insisted as she descended the stairs, having overheard the conversation

between them just moments ago.

That was how things were in big families. If the disputes between them didn’t reach an irreparable

point,

there was always still hope for the members to bond.

As she passed by Rebecca, she gave her an approving look. Elizabeth had always been satisfied with

her

daughter–in–law.

The Johnson family had been turbulent recently, and things had been too chaotic! Now that things had

calmed down, there was a natural desire for a family gathering.

“It’s been a while since we gathered. Please stay,” Rebecca urged.

“Alright,” he agreed.

Elizabeth normally wouldn’t have the patience for such matters, so delegating this task to Rebecca was

only natural,

Benjamin sat beside Elizabeth, and the latter sighed.

“Having such an unruly younger generation at home is truly a headache.”

It’s not the case anymore,” Benjamin responded.

Elizabeth nodded. “Yes, it’s not the case anymore, and thankfully it’s not! Ced is still young. He can find

someone bettert

On this point, Rebecca wholeheartedly agreed.

from the moment Natalie entered the Johnson family. Rebeccs had been constanth

Than, she would find another proper match with a

Three years passed, and she finally succeeded.

If Natalie hadn’t caused so much trouble during this time, Rebecca would have simply ignored her and

arranged another engagement for Cedric.

The more Rebecca thought about it, the more discontent she felt towards Natalie. Fortunately, Natalie

would soon be unable to remain in Verde City. Once those collaborations halted, there would be no

way

for her to survive here.

Rebecca had ways to make her stay in Verde City unbearable.

“Normally, we wouldn’t bother with someone younger like her, but Natalie is just too much to handle!”

Rebecca expressed her frustration. “Cedric has treated her so well over the years, yet she’s so

heartless!”

When Natalie’s faults were mentioned, Elizabeth’s hatred toward her grew.

Undoubtedly, in the eyes of the older generation, Natalie was a troublesome woman.

Benjamin raised his cup and took a sip of water. “It’s surprising that she has the ability to do what she

did.”

However, the more capable she was, the less tolerant they became.

When it came to Natalie’s abilities, Elizabeth felt even more uneasy.

In reality, considering her abilities, keeping Natalie in the family would benefit them.

However, Natalie’s delicate appearance was infuriating to behold during her time with the Johnson

family.

Now, she seemed like a completely different person outside the gates of the Johnson family!

“Enough, let’s not talk about her,” Elizabeth clearly didn’t want to talk about Natalie.

In the current context, Natalie’s name within the Johnson family was almost like a taboo.

Rebecca wanted to interject, but she was interrupted by her phone ringing. She took it out and noted

the number. Then, she glanced at Elizabeth and Benjamin before stepping outside to answer.

Hello!

Madam, it seems our plan might be falling apart, a solemn voice came from the other end of the line,

the situation was not as optimistic as they had hoped,

“What do you mean?”

The brows that had just relaxed now furrowed again, and even a hint of gloominess appeared.

The voice from the other end continued, “The companies that had promised not to collaborate with

Auro Studio again have unexpectedly resumed their partnership.”

“What?!” Rebecca’s tone escalated as she processed the information.

Those companies had resumed collaboration?!

What was happening?

“Now those companies won’t answer my calls. It seems Master Cedric may have to intervene

personally,”

the caller sensed the change in Rebecca’s tone and became uneasy.

Rebecca’s face turned ashen at that moment.

Those companies were not answering her assistant’s calls?!

This time, rather than going through Cedric, Rebecca used her own and Benjamin’s name within the

Johnson family to thwart the activities of those restless companies.

Natalie, it turned out, had some real capabilities, and Rebecca reluctantly had to admit it at this

moment.

Natalie had successfully secured projects with Apex Global and Premier Garden, boosting her

reputation

behind the scenes.

Many companies were eager to collaborate with her, and if they didn’t exert some pressure on their

end, who knows how busy Natalie would be?

But now, Rebecca received a call informing her that those who had promised to terminate their

collaboration with Natalie had once again sent their projects to Auro Studio.

“What on earth is happening?” Rebecca’s voice trembled slightly.

Her face turned an ashen color, her emotions fluctuating. The sinister undertone in her eyes couldn’t be

concealed any longer.

Had the underestimated Natalie?

person on the other line explained, “Ms. Walker’s background is probably not as simple as we thought.

kind of background could she possibly have? Rebecca became irritated when Natalie’s

Found was mentioned.

family for three years, Rebecca bellaved she know Neraka indi

And now, speaking of backgrounds..

Rebecca scoffed, “She’s just dependent on men. What kind of background is that?”

However, the support Natalie received from those men was something Rebecca hadn’t anticipated.

“But judging by the relationship between the chairman of Regal Horizons International and her, it

doesn’t seem to be as simple as her being a kept woman,” Rebecca’s assistant said.

They had seen many cases of kept women and mistresses before.

In essence, those women were nothing more than playthings for men. In such arrangements, ment

wouldn’t take things seriously.

But in Natalie’s case, it seemed that Stephen had been particularly protective of her, especially since

returning from abroad.

Now, all those collaborations had been reclaimed under Stephen’s name.

“Madam, please allow me to say… I feel the relationship between the chairman of Regal Horizons and

Ms.

Walker might not be that simple.”

“What other relationship could they have?”

Rebecca couldn’t figure it out.

Natalie and Stephen–what other relationship could there be?

For two strangers to get so close, that was the only relationship they could have, right?

Could they possibly be in a romantic relationship with such a significant age difference?

Based on the investigation into the chairman of Regal Horizons, he was a family man and hadn’t

divorced.

Therefore, a romantic relationship with Natalie seemed unlikely. The only plausible relationship was

that

Natalie was his mistress!

But the things Natalie received in this support arrangement seemed excessive..

shing a company, living in Elegance Bay, and the collection of new high–end cars–these were

perks that most women couldn’t attain even if they climbed the social laddert

out what’s really going on!”

ggestion, Rebecca began to doubt the innuation a