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Oliver said, "Ms. Simpson, Easton is at the company."

"At this time, he's still at the company? Doesn't he have any social events lately?" Jennifer asked.

Jennifer was not willing to accept it. After being indulged by Easton for over a decade, it was hard for her to adjust to him suddenly not spoiling her anymore.

She was too anxious and hadn’t expected Natalie to fight back so suddenly, exposing all her previous actions to Easton.

Easton actually believed Natalie.

Oliver said, “He has events, and he’s been staying at the company."

Jennifer whispered, "Let’s go find him. His connections can be really helpful to us." Before Easton completely lost patience with her, Jennifer was determined to shamelessly cling to the people around him.

After Easton came back from Natalie’s place, he felt off.

He wasn’t focused on work, idly spinning in his chair, staring at the snow outside the window.

Thinking about the pleased look in Natalie’s eyes made him so angry he wanted to scream.

All day, he couldn’t concentrate on work. He spent the entire time watching the snow.

Easton had known for a long time that Natalie hated him.

But today, it really got to him.

Natalie was the one who said she loved him, but because of those photos, because of Jennifer, she just stopped.

Her love was only that deep.

“Whether she loves me or not doesn’t matter to me. She has willingly played the pawn from beginning to end," Easton thought.

The thought might make him feel a bit better, but he only became more frustrated.

Easton frowned, feeling a dull ache in his stomach, suddenly remembering he hadn’t had breakfast today.

Since Natalie left, he hadn’t eaten a proper meal.

Except for that one time when he shamelessly went to Natalie’s house and had a decent meal.

In just two years, Easton had become used to Natalie’s care. Even though she had been gone for almost a year, Easton still couldn’t forget how kind she was to him.

He glanced at the time on his phone. It was already past six, and his stomach was growling with hunger.

Easton stood up, planning to ask Xavier to get some food ready.

Just then, Xavier came in and said, "Mr. Garcia, Ms. Simpson is here."

Easton nodded slightly. "Okay, let her in."

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If I continue to show Jennifer affection, will Natalie come to confront me, questioning why I favor Jennifer and overlook her, he wondered. Would Natalie, as she did before, insist that I should stop seeing Jennifer?

Xavier was momentarily surprised, looking at Easton’s handsome but annoyed face. He shook his head slightly.

The first crush matters the most, he wondered. No matter what her true nature is, in his heart, she is the best.

After Xavier left, Jennifer walked in with a radiant smile.

“Hey Easton, I heard you’re still at work, and I came to see you. Wanna grab dinner together?” she said.

Jennifer cautiously proposed.

Easton glanced at her smile and gave a slight nod.

“Let’s go.” He picked up the coat from the sofa and walked forward with his tall figure.

Jennifer felt a sudden joy inside. I just knew it. He won’t forget our bond from childhood so easily, she wondered.

Jennifer’s eyes were filled with intense and obsessive desire as she watched his tall and upright figure.

She believed she had a good figure, a pretty face, and was gentle and considerate, yet Easton still wouldn’t spare her a second look.

Easton was tall with broad shoulders and a strong waist. Even after his legs were injured and healed, he still looked powerful.

His physique was amazing, and he was so clean, but unfortunately, Easton only allowed physical contact and never wanted anything more.

Easton took Jennifer to have dinner, thinking about how to let Natalie know.

It was snowing, and the beef stew restaurant was bustling with customers.

Easton randomly chose a restaurant and went inside with Jennifer.

In upscale restaurants, it was usually quiet, with excellent facilities. Each pot has an exhaust fan above it, removing the strong aroma.

Easton and Jennifer sat by the window.

After they sat down and ordered, they heard Natalie’s cheerful voice coming from behind the square pillar.

“Maurice, I have to go out tomorrow and might be away for about two weeks,” she said.

Maurice looked at her with a smile. “Natalie, where are you going? I just finished dealing with things abroad.

“I won’t have to go on any business trips this winter, and I won’t be going abroad either. I met James. He’s handling some things over there and won’t be back anytime soon.

“He asked me to look after you, so I took you out for a meal today. I start looking after you from tomorrow. But I didn’t expect you to be out already.”

“Yeah! I need to get a friend. It’ll take about two weeks. I can take care of myself,” she smiled.

Natalie knew that Maurice was sincere. His eyes were very genuine.

It sent a warm feeling through her heart.

Maurice smiled softly and said gently, “James might not return this winter. He’s working on a large project overseas, and I’m

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working with him. He's giving you his shares. He truly cares about you.

“I estimate this project could make at least 500 million dollars.”

Natalie smiled happily. “Yes! James has always cared for me since we were young. I was just foolish to think that when I returned to the Simpson residence, my siblings and parents would also care for me. Yet I almost lost my life there.

“Luckily, I found my way back and James doesn’t hold it against me. They are the best brothers in the world.”

Natalie knew her three brothers cared deeply for her.

She promised herself she would never do anything foolish again.

After Maurice learned about her situation, he also hated the Simpson family.

He began, “Natalie, you haven’t done anything wrong, have you? Don’t keep feeling guilty over this. It’s winter now, James actually wants you to go abroad.

“Winter is really beautiful there, and he can’t help but worry about you staying here alone. But he said you might not want to go since you have other things to handle here!"

Actually, Maurice hoped she would stay and be with Natalie. He felt comfortable with her.

No other woman could make him feel this way.

“I do have a few things to do. James and the others are working hard to expand the business, and I want to be a wealthy woman too,” she said.

Natalie couldn’t always rely on James to protect her.

She needed to become strong on her own, so no one would dare to bully her.

Natalie wanted to be her own queen.

Maurice watched her smiling confidently. She was glowing all over.

Natalie loved wearing pink coats that complemented her delicate skin, making it look so tender and inviting.

Maurice chuckled lightly. “Natalie, you’re truly beautiful."

The words slipped out, and then his ears turned red.

Natalie was slightly taken aback, then smiled. “Maurice, you’re quite handsome.”

Maurice laughed happily, flattered by her compliment. “Natalie, you’re always so adorable when you speak.”

Maurice couldn’t help but look at her a few more times. No one doesn't like pretty women. Natalie was beautiful, and each time Maurice saw her, she seemed to shine, making him want to take a few more glances.

Natalie was lowering her head to eat when suddenly, a shadow appeared beside her. The familiar presence made her drop the food she had just picked up back onto her plate.