Chapter 146: Tears, lies, And a Heart of Fire Novel

Chapter 146 The Pendant +10 Free Coins " Baron , today's a good day . Let's go get matching phone numbers . We can use today's date for the number . Think of it as a little celebration for registering our marriage ." Natalie's smile was radiant . Baron's chest trembled . Changing numbers on the spot would cause plenty of inconvenience , but her words moved him . A number tied to the day of their marriage , a matching pair .... it meant Natalie truly wanted to share her life with him . " All right . " He caught up to her at once and laced his fingers with hers , holding tight .

They got in the car together , and only then did Natalie notice the children weren't there . " Where are the kids ? " " We registered our marriage today . Why would I bring them along? For today , you're mine alone - my Mrs. Gunn ." His jealous tone left Natalie speechless , but she didn't argue . Baron had kept the children hidden all these years , protecting them from the world . She didn't yet have the power to protect them herself , so for now she could only let him handle it . " Where are we going for dinner ?

" Natalie watched the scenery flash by outside , her heart unexpectedly light . " You'll see when we get there ," Baron said with a smile . Half an hour later , the car pulled up to what looked like a rustic farmhouse restaurant . Natalie followed him inside . From the outside , it was simple . Inside , it opened into a carefully designed retro space , the décor warm and striking . حالا 1/4 14:26 Thu , Sep 25 Chapter 146 The Pendant " This place is beautiful , " Natalie said , impressed . " As long as you like it . " Baron pulled out a chair for her himself . Natalie froze .

69 +10 Free Coins In the five years she had spent with Jensen , the times they'd gone out to eat together could be counted on one hand . He had certainly never pulled out her chair . She had told herself it didn't matter - he was Luke Corp's president , too important to bother with small gestures . . But now she realized how blind she had been . Whether a man loved you or not showed in the details . Maybe from the moment Jensen saved her five years ago , he had already decided she existed only to cling to him . She had been too foolish to see it , too foolish until the pain broke her .

At least it wasn't too late . She still had a chance at another life , at another choice . Baron saw her distracted expression , the shadow in her eyes , and knew she was thinking of Jensen again . His gaze darkened . One day , he would make sure she had no room left in her heart to think of that man . " What do you want to eat ? Order whatever you like - your husband's paying tonight ." He handed her the menu . Natalie scanned it and chose a few dishes . Then Baron slid a small box across the table toward her . " See if you like this . " Natalie blinked . A box that size - was it a ring ?

2/4 14:26 Thu , Sep 25 Chapter 146 The Pendant She suddenly thought of Susie's question . Was Baron about to propose ? 69 +10 Free Coins They had already registered their marriage . There was no need for formality . But if this was just a casual way of handing her a wedding ring , she couldn't help but feel a little disappointed . " What is it ? " she asked automatically . " Open it and see ." Baron propped his chin on his hands , watching her with a smile . Natalie drew a breath . Fine . Even if it was a ring , it didn't matter . They were already together . They didn't need ceremony .

And after what Jensen had put her through , she couldn't demand romance . She was with Baron now because of the children and because he had saved her . If he wasn't the type for grand gestures , so be it . She lifted the lid - then her eyes widened in shock . " This ... this is ... " Inside lay an emerald pendant , gleaming with vivid green light , unmistakably precious . Not a ring at all . Baron rose , took out the pendant , and fastened it gently around her neck . Then he lifted his phone and snapped a photo of the two of them together .

Resting his chin lightly on her shoulder , his voice low against her ear , he said , " This is the only thing my mother left me . " Natalie froze . She realized how little she knew of his family . All this time , it had been Baron caring for her . She had never even asked about his past . Guilt stirred in her chest . " Your mother , she ... " 3/4 14:26 Thu , Sep 25 Chapter 146 The Pendant " She's gone . She passed away years ago ." There was a quiet pain in his voice . " I'm sorry , Baron . I didn't know . Something so valuable - I can't take it .

" She started to lift it off , but he caught her hands . " My mother would want it given to her daughter - in - law . It looks perfect on you ." Baron smiled faintly , then sat back down . Natalie touched the cool pendant at her throat . She understood its weight . 69