Chapter 387

Jennifer relaxed upon hearing this. With Davian out and his resentment even deeper, he’d only drag Natalie into a place of no return.

Natalie had just been taken to the police station when Murray and Emma arrived with a video. They braved the wind and snow to get to the station. They provided evidence, and Natalie was released after giving her statement.

Maris’s daughter, Sofia, stood at the door. Seeing Natalie coming out, she was angry. She said, “Natalie, do you think you’re safe now that you’re out? Where’s my mom? You’d better be honest.”

Natalie looked at Sofia’s face, which was very much like Maris’s, her eyes reddened with anger. She looked at Sofia deeply and said, “Ms. Wayne, why would I want to kill your mom? Did she reveal my secrets? I’m a victim too. What your mom exposed has nothing to do with me. Instead of suspecting me, you should suspect your dad and Camellia. After your mom exposed their affair…”

Sofia coldly interrupted, “Camellia has always been nice to me. My mom is quick-tempered, never patient, and always critical of me. She’s not like Camellia, who indulges me in everything. When I want ice cream, Camellia buys it for me. When I want to go to a bar, she takes me. When I want to try smoking, Camellia joins me. But what about my mom? All she does is push me to study and grow. I don’t want any of it. Our family’s wealthy, so why should I go through all that trouble? Camellia is nice to me. Whenever I argue with my mom, she comforts me, saying my mom has a diva personality and I should put up with it for a while. She advises me not to sink to my mom’s level. Honestly, I think my dad is better matched with Camellia. At least she lets me live my life freely. But my mom, she’s just driving me to the edge.” Sofia was fuming with anger.

Natalie’s mind was blown by what Sofia just said. She thought, So, in her opinion, Camellia is actually leading her astray for her own good. And Maris is harming her by pushing her to succeed. That’s insane.

Emma also gave Sofia a peculiar look. She couldn’t hold back and advised Sofia, “Ms. Wayne, your mom is truly helping you. That other woman is leading you astray. If your mom doesn’t let you eat ice cream, something might be wrong with your health. Your mom wouldn’t deny you ice cream for no reason. Not letting you go to the bars is because staying out all night could take a toll on you. Your mom pushes you to study so you’ll grow and become a better version of yourself. Only when you’re the best version of you can you truly love others. You’re still young…”

“Shut up, you old hag! Mind your own business,” Sofia interrupted Emma angrily. She flicked her hands and stormed off, quickly vanishing into the blizzard. Sofia hoped Maris would never come back so she could live happily ever after with Camellia and Colin.

Natalie watched Sofia’s retreating figure and shook her head. She said, “Mrs. Spencer, don’t be upset. It’s hard to persuade someone determined to do the wrong thing.”

Emma wasn’t upset. She laughed and patted Natalie’s hand as she said, “Natalie, I’m just an old woman. It doesn’t matter if people call me names. I think this young girl still has a future. It’s a shame.”

Natalie gave a faint smile and said, “Mrs. Spencer, there’s nothing to feel sorry about. Everyone picks their path. If she’s stubborn, no advice will get through to her. She’s like a moth drawn to a flame.”

Emma thought of Murray, who had become mature and steady. She smiled with reassurance and said, “Murray and Ms. Wayne were quite similar before. But seeing how much he’s grown in just a few months, it’s all thanks to you.”

Natalie wouldn’t dare take credit. She smiled gently and glanced at Murray. She said, “Mrs. Spencer, it’s all Murray’s own hard work.”

Murray suddenly looked at Natalie with deep affection.

Natalie was slightly surprised. She couldn’t understand the depth of Murray’s feelings and turned away from his intense gaze.

Noticing Natalie’s avoiding gaze, Murray’s eyes darkened slightly. He said, “Natalie, it’s all thanks to you. If I hadn’t met you, I’d probably have been a wreck by now.”

Natalie smiled and said, “Let’s head back first; there’s going to be a big snowstorm today, so it’ll be really cold.”

“Alright, let’s get home,” Emma said. Then, she thought for a moment and asked, “Natalie, it’s just a month and a half until the New Year. Where are you planning to celebrate this year?”

Natalie thought for a moment and replied, “My brothers are abroad this year and probably won’t come back for the New Year. My grandpa is traveling, so he likely won’t be back either. I’ll decide when the time comes.”

With a month and a half to go, she wasn’t worried about being alone for the New Year. She had Luna and Carl to celebrate with.

“Alright. If your grandpa doesn’t make it home by then, you can come to my house for the New Year,” Emma invited sincerely.

Natalie nodded with a smile. She said, “Alright! We’ll talk about it later. Let’s get in the car now; it’s freezing outside.”

Only then did Emma get in the car.

Murray beamed with joy. He said, “Grandma, let the driver take you home first. I’ll take Natalie back.”

Emma smiled kindly; she liked Natalie. Natalie’s kindness and strength reminded her of herself when she was young. She said, “Alright, you take Natalie back. I wouldn’t feel comfortable if she went back alone.”

After Emma’s car left, Easton arrived. Accompanying Easton were Maurice and Jacob.

Maurice approached Natalie and asked, “Natalie, are you okay?”

Natalie shook her head with a smile. She said, “Maurice, I’m fine. Everything’s been taken care of.”

Maurice then felt relieved. Looking at Murray, he thought, “This guy got here quickly!"

“Natalie, if anything like this happens again, you have to call me. I can find the proof,” Jacob said. He saw the news and rushed over quickly.

Natalie knew Jacob had already entered the lab. The professor she introduced liked Jacob; Jacob was truly exceptional.

She said, “Jacob, you’re in the middle of a development phase now, so don’t worry about these minor things. Focus on your research.”

Jacob smiled. Seeing Natalie’s tired face, his heart ached. He said “Natalie, this isn’t a minor issue. They’re plotting against you, but with me here, no one can harm you.” His eyes were filled with unmistakable, blatant hostility.

Natalie smiled, thinking that helping Jacob hadn’t been in vain.

Surrounded by a few handsome guys, Natalie’s smile was bright and captivating. Suddenly she noticed Easton. She thought, ‘What is he doing here?’

Seeing the three guys in front of him, Easton realized that whenever Natalie was in trouble, she never needed him. Natalie wasn’t the same person she used to be, and he was not the only one she needed anymore.

Remembering Jennifer said she was having Easton’s child, Natalie’s face turned cold. She said, “Easton, I’ll see you at the courthouse tomorrow morning at nine.”