Chapter 174

Chapter 174 The Fish That Slipped Through the Net

Natalie couldn’t bring herself to treat those who had a connection with Isabella well. She especially

hated. it when they talked about her blood relation to Isabella.

When that happened, Natalie would instantly lose her cool

When the news about Natalie and Cedric broke out, Christina was the one who was most anxious

about

1. it. She never expected that once Isabella’s matter was resolved, it would lead to Cedric and

Natalie

getting involved again!

It had happened in the blink of an eye!

She immediately drove to Sapphire.

Inside the apartment, Isabella was under the care of two servants. As the Johnson family wanted to

ensure Isabelle was well taken care of, they paid the servants a high enough salary.

By doing so, the two servants treated her quite well. But no matter how well they treated her, even if

these two became her eyes and ears…

What could she do?

Her world… was in complete darkness!

When Christina arrived, she saw Isabella eating fruits.

“You’re living quite comfortably now!”

Hearing Christina’s voice, Isabella’s expression instantly turned cold. She turned towards Christina with

a mocking smile on her lips.

“I thought you would need some time before coming. I didn’t expect it to be so soon!”

“Hmph!”

Christina walked up to Isabella, her high heels clicking against the tiles. Looking down at her, her eyes

were full of disdain

You’re quite clever. Guess what the situation is now?”

elyn has completely lost value in front of your mother, right?

“Hmmph!”

Isabella was indeed clever.

“But Natalie is different. To Cedric, she’s probably…”

Isabella paused for a moment. She heard Christina’s ragged breath and smiled.

Then she continued, “They had ten years between them, you know? Yes, a lot of dirt was thrown on

her. Cedric might be disappointed in her, maybe even angry!”

“But his anger has passed. He probably accepted everything about her, even if he hasn’t looked into

what really happened, right?”

That was the most frightening part!

That fact that a person’s position in another person’s heart wouldn’t change under any circumstances

was

the scariest part!

Cedric was completely unaware that Isabella and Christina were responsible for everything that had

happened. But even so, he still got involved with Natalie!

Why?

Because no matter what kind of person she was, Cedric accepted herl

That was what infuriated Christina the most.

“Since you’re so clever, you must have a way to turn things around, right?”

“Of course!” Isabella replied with a smile.

“Good. What do you want?” Christina straightforwardly asked.

“Oh? Are you no longer worried I might have improper thoughts about him?”

“You won’t because that would be revolting!” Christina said. “You hate Natalie so much, and you hate

anyone that’s close to her. In fact, you harbor a deep dislike for them!”

“You finally understand this.”

That was true.

tabella had never thought much about Cedric, even though he was a truly outstanding man. She might

However, she didn’t want anyone who had been with Natalie.

Even if the wanted to retaliate against Natalie, she had her own limits!

Natalie’s living the peak of her life now, isn’t she? I want her to fall twice as hard!”

“Anything else?

“Okay got it” Christina nodded.

Handing the phone to the nearby servant, Christina said, “From now on, Ms. Morgan can talk to

anyone!”

“Yes, ma’am” The servant respectfully said and took the phone.

Christine turned around. I’m waiting to see what you have up your sleeves, Isabella!”

A deep determined glint flashed in Christina’s eyes and a smile that harbored a desire to win spread on

it was only after reaching Sylvan Gems that Natalie finally managed to contact Stephen.

There was retained anger in Stephen’s voice as he said, “Nat, come to Simeria right away!”

Undoubtedly, his attempt to come to Verde City had failed!

Natalie closed her eyes “Uncle…”

You cant get out either Stephen guessed before she could finish speaking.

Cedoc forbade him from coming to Verde City. So naturally, Natalie was also restricted from leaving

me, she didn’t know what to say. She had caused a scene, created chaos, but that man…!

e kings on my end on my own

was cartaudy in Ophen’s tone. He knew his niece quite well. At this critical moment, she would

Voges involved with Cedric

The only possibility was that Cedric had threatened her.

“How did he threaten you? Stephen asked.

“Uncle, don’t you think I have a lot of things to figure out?” Natalie said instead.

“What else is unclear?”

“The impact of the previous public opinion on me. Originally, I didn’t intend to investigate. But now that I

can’t get rid of it, I…”

“Nat, pursuing things too much will only get you trouble. Are you sure you want to find out everything?”

Stephen interrupted.

For example, Isabella.

If Natalie didn’t investigate why Isabella hated her so much, she wouldn’t know that Isabella was her

sister.

She wouldn’t feel so disgusted right now, and she wouldn’t feel so impacted by her family.

“Don’t forget, you’re now the CEO of Sylvan Gems. You’re not someone who only cares about love and

emotions. Don’t get involved in hate and revenge like those people. Show some sophistication!”

Natalie was silent.

“Remember, the less you care, the more the other party will suffer!”

The other party cared! Wasn’t that why they were still targeting Natalie?

“Does that mean I should just let do as she pleases behind my back?”

“What impact does it have on you?”

“For now, none!”

If there was one impact, it was the strain on her relationship with Cedric.

As for other aspects, there really wasn’t any, especially public opinion. Now, it was even leaning

towards her side.

To Stephen, it was fine to let those people try to stir up more trouble. As long as Natalie took care of

herself and kept calm, the tactics of those people would fall flat.

Those who couldn’t achieve their goals would be the most tormented.

“Also, don’t tell me you still don’t know who’s manipulating things behind the scenes?”

Natale was silent

Of course, she knew!

She knew everything!

To everyone else, they thought her biggest grudge was against Isabella, but that wasn’t true!

Natalie was well aware that the one manipulating everything behind her was actually Christina–the

Johnson family’s adopted daughter, who everyone thought was a kind and obedient girl!

1 got it Uncle. I handle it.”

“Alright. I can’t come to Verde City for now. Remember, you have to adapt to changes! Don’t be

childish!”

After hanging up the call with Stephen, Natalie felt somewhat relieved. She understood the meaning

behind her uncle’s words.

Those people were insignificant and the things they did were the same!

Were they worth her concem? No!

Understanding this, Natalie felt much more at ease, but she still needed to continue doing what she

had

to do.