Chapter 418

The next day, Natalie went to the supermarket early in the morning to buy ingredients. After returning to Huston Villa, she began preparing lunch. She planned an elaborate meal to show her sincere gratitude. It was a five-course meal. By 10:30 am, everything was nearly ready; all that was left was to pan-fry the steak. But Evan was nowhere to be seen. Natalie gave him a call. As soon as the call connected, Evan's voice came through. "Natalie, there's an emergency with the company back in Casadonia. I have to fly back immediately. Sorry to miss our lunch." "Where are you now?" "I'm already on the plane. The flight takes off in ten minutes. I was just about to call you, but you beat me to it." Natalie sighed softly. "Go ahead and handle things over there." "Alright, but I suspect the trouble at my company is Taylor's doing. If you have a chance, could you look into it?" "Why do you think it's him?" Evan paused for a couple of seconds before admitting, "Last night, I called hi