Chapter 215: Tears, lies, And a Heart of Fire Novel
Chapter 215 Stop Acting Like A Wife 410 Free Coins It seemed there were some matters - and some people - Natalie would have to face directly . Baron bristled at Loretta's words . " Who does she think she is ? You treat her with respect , and she really thinks she's some grand figure ? Don't tell me she had no idea what her son was doing all those years . You were with Jensen for five years ; maybe she treated you decently on the surface , but when he married Sharon without telling you , where was she ? That alone shows she wasn't good to you ." And listen to what that old woman had said .
Upset because Natalie hadn't gone to visit her , claiming she had treated her well . If she had truly cared , where had she been when Sharon bullied Natalie , when Jensen trampled on her , when her hand was broken ? When Natalie had nearly died in the fire , Loretta hadn't shed a single tear , hadn't spoken a single word of regret . And now she dared put on the act of some mighty elder ? Baron could barely restrain the urge to find someone to beat Loretta to a pulp . Hearing him , Natalie suddenly realized he was right . Yes .
The kindness Loretta had shown her was only because she had been Jensen's girlfriend , and because she had saved Jensen's life five years ago . That so - called kindness had been nothing more than not meddling in her relationship and sending her a red envelope during holidays . And if she compared it , one of her designs was worth more than those gifts combined . As Jensen's mother , Loretta was competent - she didn't interfere in her son's affairs . But as for being genuinely good to Natalie , there had been nothing especially noteworthy . A wry smile tugged at Natalie's lips .
How starved for love must I have been , to mistake simple politeness for genuine care ? Baron saw the sadness flicker in her eyes and instantly regretted speaking so bluntly . " Sweetheart , don't be sad . I was just running my mouth . If you really think that old woman is good to you , then fine . I'll go with you ." 1/3 15:54 Sat , Sep 27 d Chapter 215 Stop Acting Like A Wife Natalie warmed at the concern in his gaze . 20 10 Free Coins " No need . Deep down I know , what people offered me was courtesy , not true affection . I was simply too deprived of love .
In the Summers family , yes , they fed and clothed me , but they were strict , distant . Since I was little , I envied other children who could be doted on in their parents ' arms ; I never could . After I left the Summers family , I couldn't find my birth parents , drifting like a rootless weed ; of course I felt hollow inside . So when someone showed me event a little kindness , I clung to it as if it were sunlight , as if it were salvation . In the end , it was my problem ." Her words made Baron's heart ache . " Don't be afraid .
From now on , you'll have me , the children , and the Stone family . I can see it -Ruby and Waylon truly care for you . But even if you don't trust them , it doesn't matter . You'll always have me and the kids by your side . You'll never lack love again ." " I know . Honestly , what I'm most grateful to you for is giving me the greatest gift in this world , my two children , bound to me by blood ." At the mention of the children , Natalie's eyes softened with tenderness . Baron , however , felt a flicker of jealousy . " And me ? Don't you feel grateful for me ? " " I do .
" Natalie was used to his constant need for reassurance , his half - jealous , half - possessive nature . They talked for a while longer , until Natalie finally decided she would go meet Loretta on her own . " Sweetheart , do you feel ashamed to be seen with me ? " Baron looked at her with exaggerated hurt . Natalie nearly laughed out loud . " Don't be ridiculous . If you were something to be ashamed of , then no one in this world would be worth being seen with . It's just that the kids are still unsettled after what happened at the amusement park . As parents , we can't both leave .
They feel more secure with you ; they lean on you more . Stay with them - I'll be back for dinner tonight . " Her words made Baron pause . 2/3