Chatper 510

Chapter 510 You Didn’t Have to Do All This

“You…!”

“You wouldn’t dare,” Irwin countered Cedric easily.

“Bring her back!” Cedric practically hissed each word through gritted teeth.

However, the only response was the abrupt beep of the call ending.

Irwin had hung up.

The tension in the study, already palpable, reached an unbearable peak. Despite puffing on several cigarettes in

quick succession, Cedric couldn’t quell the storm raging within him.

Lucas was standing nearby, and he sensed the brewing storm.

“What now?” he asked hesitantly.

The quietness of the study made even the faint sounds from the phone call audible.

If it was about how the relationship between them had fallen apart, it had happened a long time ago.

But this time… it was completely shattered.

Whether it was about the documents or the individual involved, everything had come crashing

down between them.

Rubbing his throbbing temples, Cedric muttered, “We must find Natalie as soon as possible.”

The tone in his voice was tinged with regret. He had never intended to involve Natalie, but circumstances had

ensnared her, driven by her resentment towards him!

“Yes, sir.” Lucas nodded, understanding the urgency.

They had mobilized every possible resource to locate Natalie, but there hadn’t been a single piece of information

about Irwin, adding to the mounting concerns.

Once Lucas left, Cedric was left alone in the study. His gaze drifted, consumed by the weight of

his emotions.

Why had Natalie been dragged into this?

Undoubtedly, it was due to her deep–seated resentment toward him.

And this resentment… was a bitterness that left him feeling utterly helpless!

Despite the tumultuous events in both Simeria and Wexford, Natalie appeared outwardly

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The region was chilly, but Irwin had ensured Natalie was well–protected. His attentive demeanor and gentle eyes

revealed a tenderness that could melt any woman’s heart.

Yet, Natalie remained cold and aloof. She simply allowed Irwin’s ministrations without much reaction.

“Alright, we can go now,” Irwin finally said, satisfied after inspecting her thoroughly.

“You really didn’t have to go through all this trouble,” Natalie replied icily.