Chapter 336: Checking In on Cecilia

Nathaniel vaguely recalled something from five years ago: leaving Cecilia alone on their wedding day, and seeing her tears after her father's death, yet showing no concern, consumed as he was by the Smith family's deception. His headache intensified, hindering his recollection. He turned to Martha.

“Martha, I can’t agree to your request,” he said. “I can’t bear to see the woman I love marry another man. I promise to change and treat her well. I’ll never hurt her again.”

Martha remained skeptical. “Your current transformation stems from your blindness. If you were well, you would never have been kind to Cecilia.”

Nathaniel was speechless. He realized Martha needed to witness his change firsthand. Upset, Martha retreated to her room.

Nathaniel, still unfed, learned from the caregiver that Cecilia wouldn't return for a few days. He called her.

Cecilia had already returned to Tudela. She'd secured Norman's bail and visited Vivian and Jonathan. Their dinner was interrupted by Nathaniel's call. Stepping outside, she answered.

“What’s the matter?”

“Where are you?” Nathaniel asked.

Cecilia refused to disclose her location. “It’s none of your business. I’ve hired a caregiver for Martha. I won’t be back for a few days.”

Nathaniel discreetly traced her phone's IP address, discovering she was in Tudela. Uneasy, he arranged transport.

Chapter 336: Checking In on Cecilia (Continued)

“Be sure to stay safe, and call if anything happens. It’s cold; stay warm…”

Vivian interrupted, prompting Cecilia to end the call. She'd noticed Nathaniel's increased talkativeness.

Vivian whispered, “Was that Nathaniel?”

Cecilia nodded.

“How dare he check on us? Does he think he’s still the all-powerful Nathaniel?” Vivian scoffed.

Cecilia chuckled. “Let’s forget him and eat.”

Jonathan appeared. “Mommy, who’s checking on us?”

Cecilia quickly explained, “It’s Martha. She was worried about me being here alone.”

Jonathan sighed. “Why didn’t you let me talk to Grandma Martha? I miss her.”

“We’ll call her after dinner,” Cecilia said gently.

They resumed their meal. Cecilia spoke of Paula and Magnus. Jonathan was shocked by his grandmother and uncle's shamelessness. The eighty billion stolen from his father presented a significant problem if investigated.

“Paula is shameless. After your father’s death, she and Magnus received most of his assets, and now she wants more.”

“Don’t worry, I won’t give them anything.” Cecilia had repaid her debt to Paula, but her current life was owed to Martha, Calvin, and the doctors. Vivian also wanted to help, but her license had been revoked. Cecilia reassured her, “I have something to prevent Paula and Magnus from getting anything.”