Chapter 37

Chapter 37 She Can’t Afford It

Her hatred stung his heart, but he remained resolute.

‘I’m not asking you to remain blind forever. It’s temporary. Isabella needs the surgery now, and I will find

suitable eyes for you as soon as possible…”

Before he could finish his sentence, Natalie slapped him hard across the face.

Temporary?

What was that supposed to mean?

She glared at Cedric one last time and turned to open the hospital room door. Then, she said coldly,

“She can’t afford my eyes, and neither can you.”

With that, she left, ignoring the man who radiated an icy aura behind her.

Cedric had finally said it.

Natalie had given up on having any illusions about him, but it still hurt when it came to this moment.

Ten years. They had ten years together…!

What drove him to make such a decision for another woman?!

What was the reason behind it all? 1

Natalie asked herself these questions repeatedly but couldn’t find the answers.

If Cedric didn’t tell her, she… would never know.

Natalie had no recollection of how she left the hospital. In the car, she called Bianca. Blanca must have

been very busy since she only answered at the very last second.

She didn’t sound like she was in a good mood.

“Nat.

Bia, are you okay?

hinking of what Cedric had said, Natalie’s heart clenched. She had always known that when it came to

Cedric, he would react like this if pushed too far.

Bianca responded, “Tm on my way home. Are you at home?”

“L be back soon!”

“Alright, I’ve bought groceries. I’ll cook something delicious for you.”

Bianca’s words comforted Natalie somewhat, but she knew how Cedric was. With how he was treating

her now, there was no way he would spare her friends and family.

After ending the call with Bianca, Natalie looked out of the car window. She was unable to hide the

hatred

burning in her eyes, and her face was pale.

In the end, she called her uncle.

Stephen quickly answered, “Nat!”

“Uncle, I need a lawyer.”

“Is there no one in Verde City who can handle this case for you?”

“There is, but Cedric…”

She didn’t finish her sentence, but Stephen was a seasoned man and naturally understood the

implications.

“Alright, I’ll have Mr Yancey fly over there today.”

“Okay,” Natalie replied.

Now that Bianca wasn’t able to help her manage her divorce, Natalie knew that no one else in this city

would dare take her case.

After all, no one in Verde City was willing to offend the Johnson family.

When she arrived at the apartment, Natalie heard the sound of running water coming from the kitchen.

She was surprised by how quickly Bianca had reached home. She changed her shoes and walked over

to find Blanca standing by the sink. The basin was already full, and she stood there motionless.

Natalie approached and turned off the tap.

sacing her, Blanca smiled and said, “Oh, you’re back? Why don’t you get changed? We’ll have dinner

Though she said that, nothing had been cooked yet. Natalie looked at Bianca’s clothes and noticed the

cardboard box on the dining table that Bianca had brought home.

There was a flash of guilt in her eyes as she said, “I’m sorry. I’ve caused you so much trouble.”

“You already know?” Bianca asked.

Natalie nodded. “Yes.”

“Did he threaten you?”

Natalie hesitated.

It wasn’t just a threat. Their relationship had escalated to an irreconcilable point.

It was more than just a threat. He even…! 1

However, at this moment, Natalie didn’t know what to say. She despised Cedric and wished for his

death.

Who could have imagined that two people who were once deeply in love would reach a point where

they

wished for each other’s demise?

Natalie lowered her head and said, “Bia, don’t worry about my issues for now.”

Bianca responded nonchalantly, “Silly girl. If I don’t take care of you now, who will? Who else will look

out

for you?”

Seeing how depressed Natalie looked, Bianca added, “Don’t worry! I already got an offer from another

law. firm! I’ll get a new job soon, and I’ll still be able to help you! I won’t abandon you, ever!”

To Bianca, Natalie was now a person without any family. If she didn’t help her, Cedric would probably

torment her to no end.

Tears dripped onto the back of Bianca’s hand. She looked up to find Natalie crying!

“Oh dear! Are you feeling touched? If so, buck up and stand up for yourself! Let those people see that

you’re not someone who depends on a man but a man who begged her to depend on him.”

Natalie couldn’t help but laugh through her tears. Bianca’s words were so similar to Stephen’s that she

couldn’t stop smiling

is that amusing? Look, you’re so beautiful when you smile. Is it worth crying over a man?”

it’s not Natalie replied.

Fighting to this extent after spending ten years with Cedric..

Crying was simply not worth it.

Bianca led Natalie outside, and they sat down. At this point, she didn’t feel like cooking at all. Bianca

ordered a variety of takeout dishes. It was then that Bianca noticed the bandage on Natalie’s arm and

asked, “What happened to you?”

Natalie simply said, “It’s nothing.”

“Tell me,” Bianca insisted firmly.

Natalie looked at her and adjusted the pig in her arms. “It’s nothing. It’s all Cedric’s fault. He was the

one

who messed with your job.

“Oh, stop thinking about it.”

Natalie was surprised. “You knew it was him?”

Bianca nodded. “Yes. It’s pretty obvious that he’s targeting me because of you.”

Natalie remained silent.

Of course it was obvious!

Bianca had worked at that law firm for many years and had never lost a divorce case. Her experience

and

reputation meant that she was almost untouchable. That was why today’s events immediately made

Blanca think of Cedric, as he was probably the only one in Verde City who was capable of doing such a

thing.

I’m serious, Bia. You shouldn’t worry about my problems for now.”

“You say that, but are you sure you can find someone to handle your case?”

“Don’t worry. I’ve found a lawyer overseas, and they’ll be flying to Verde City soon.”

Blanca looked bewildered. She had never asked Natalie about her time overseas, even though she

heard about it from the international media coverage.

Now she leaned in close to Natalie and asked, “Were you really involved with a man while you were

abroad?”

Natalie was drinking water. At Bianca’s question, she spat It out. She coughed for a good while before

finally calming down.

Wow, Nat I really underestimated you, huh? Don’t tell me you really did have an affair like the news

If Natalie really did have an affair, it would be bad for her reputation. But it was an immensely satisfying

thought since it was Cedric they were dealing with.

Natalie glared at Bianca and replied, “Of course not!”

“Then tell me, who found the lawyer that’s flying in from overseas?”

Bianca looked at Natalie as if she was sure something was going on.

Natalie sighed. She hadn’t planned on telling Bianca about her uncle’s involvement. However, with

Bianca’s persistence, she couldn’t keep it a secret any longer.

Finally, she took a deep breath….