Chapter 36

Natalie smiled. As she did, tears welled up in her eyes unknowingly. His admission still carried his usual sarcasm. Despite knowing it was to secure her support for the shares that had not yet come into her possession, it was the first time Taylor admitted to caring about her. She dared not say anything more. Hastily, she hung up the phone. Taking out a tissue, she discreetly wiped away the tears at the corner of her eyes. She tilted her head back and blinked a few times, trying to calm herself down. In fact, Natalie couldn't figure out why she was crying. … At 4:30 pm, Natalie received a call from Bethany. "Ms. Lopez, I need to meet with you urgently. Do you have time now?" While looking at case files, Natalie casually replied, "Yes, you can come to the law firm." "Can you come to Belmond Court? I've had some drinks and can't drive." "How about you come over tomorrow?" Natalie suggested. Bethany said firmly, "It has to be now. I must meet you." "Okay." Natalie packed u