Chapter 130


    Chapter 130 Something’s Wrong


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    After Cedric left, Christina looked at Reba’s exhausted face and suggested, “Mom, why don’t you


    also


    head back first?”


    While saying this, a calcting hint shed in her eyes.


    Reba nced at the still–sleeping Isabe and said worriedly, “It’s okay, I’ll stay here with her. The


    period after surgery is the most challenging alone.”


    “I can take care of her. You shouldn’t tire yourself too much. Alright?”


    “Let’s wait until she wakes up.” Reba replied.


    Seeing her persistence, Christina didn’t continue. But she felt a bit ufortable witnessing Reba’s


    deep concern for Isabe.


    When Christina was hospitalized for appendicitis, she didn’t see Reba personally staying by her


    side. Instead, she had sent caregivers and household servants to care for Christinal


    Thosedies used to say that Reba treated her like her own daughter.


    But now,pared to Isabe, it seemed otherwise!


    Several days passed, and Cedric hadn’t appeared before Natalie during this time. The mess she


    created for him was enough for him to keep him upied for a while, and Natalie was also extremely


    busy.


    Coincidentally, it was almost time for Sylvan Gems tounch new products. Because of that,


    lot of drafts to be reviewed.


    there were


    a


    Natalie had some insights into jewelry design, but Sylvan Gem’s style was unique. It required a bnce


    between popr elements and their own distinctive style.


    More importantly, the limited edition pieces needed even more attention.


    Natalie had just taken over, and her head was already pounding. Moreover, Stephen had handed over


    thepany to her andpletely stepped back.


    Only after joining thepany did Natalie find out the previous CEO had been fired due to epting


    bribes from a designer.


    Though the quality of that designer’s works was good, it wasn’t as good as some of the more


    outstanding works that had been suppressed.


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    had been a big scandal when the issue was brought to light, and Stephen had fired the previous CEO!


    Ms. Walker, what do you think of the current designs?” The design director asked as he presented a


    pile of drafts, already pre–selected for their excellence..


    Natalie had to admit that the designer who had given kickbacks to the previous CEO was indeed


    talented,


    and the designs were impressive.


    Natalie asked, “What’s the situation now?”


    “Mr. Jarvis said not to use any designs from this designer,” the design director replied.


    “Why are her drafts in front of me, then?” Natalie asked sharply.


    The design director, Justin Conner, broke into a cold sweat.


    Natalie was petite, but she was a force to be reckoned with.


    Natalie’s presence was domineering, despite her petite stature. With just a nce, she exuded


    sharpness


    that others could feel!


    “Ms. Yates came to plead with me. She said it was because the previous CEO’s suggestive remarks


    were too obvious, and she had no choice but to do what she did,” Justin exined.


    “No choice? Hah?” Natalie scoffed.


    So, she resorted to hical methods, suppressing those with even fewer choices?


    Natalie ced the drafts on the conference table and pushed them toward Justin. “Pass along a


    message for me.”


    “W–What is it?”


    “The brilliance of gold can’t be suppressed no matter how hard you try.”


    “Y–Yes, understood.”


    “Return the drafts to her and tell her I want to see even more outstanding works.”


    “What do you mean?” Justin didn’t quite grasp the meaning of Natalie’s words.


    Was this designer going to get another chance, or was it over for her?


    After all, opportunities at Sylvan Gems were never easy toe by. Would the more outstanding works


    Natalie wanted be from this designer or someone else?


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    le, despite her youth, presented an enigmatic demeanor. It was hard to understand what was truly in


    her mind.


    Dol need to be clearer?” Natalie asked.


    Justin remained silent.


    He finally understood, so he hurriedly took the drafts and left.


    The new CEO seemed to have a temper. After this incident, people understood things better!


    It was challenging to reason with women!


    Natalie was upied and stressed out when Karina called.


    “Hello?‘ Natalie said as she answered the call.


    “There’s movement from the Johnson family!”


    “What?”


    “They are aggressively suppressing our clients.”


    “Is it Cedric’s doing?”


    “No, it’s Reba and Benjamin,” Karina said coldly.


    Natalie strongly disdained people who meddled in others‘ businesses so easily.


    Natalie understood the implications, Reba’s intention was to coborate with the entire Johnson


    family to drive her out of Verde City,


    ConTEent bel0ngs to N?v(e)lD/rama(.)Org .


    After all, she had caused the Johnson family to lose two consecutive coborations. How could they


    tolerate someone like her, who was supposedly dependent on a man?


    “Then use my uncle’s connections to secure those coborations for me,” Natalie said.


    If the Johnson family wanted to y tough, she would show them who was tougher!


    Karina replied, “Understood,”


    )


    At this moment, Karina fully understood that Natalie was now in a confrontation with the Johnson family


    This meant Karina didn’t need to hold back.


    After ending the call, Natalie sat in her luxurious office and massaged her throbbing temples. As she


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    would have thought they would reach this point?


    Reba had be unexpectedly ruthless towards her.


    The phone buzzed. ncing at the number, it was a call from Reba.


    A mocking smile contrasting with her gentle appearance graced Natalle’s face as she answered,


    “Madam


    Carter, do you have some advice for me?”


    “Natalie, I’ll spare you if you find a way to return those two projects back to us.” Reba demanded.


    “Oh my, aren’t you overestimating me? I don’t have that capability.” Natalie retorted.


    “In that case, it seems you won’t be able to stay in Verde City!” Reba’s tone was sharp.


    Natalie sneered, “While I mayck the ability to return the projects to the Johnson family, I certainly can


    stay in Verde City!


    She spoke each word with confidence and arrogance, a stark contrast to her previous humility in front


    of


    Reba.


    Now, it was evident that Natalie had be someone entirely different


    “Is that so?” Reba replied.


    “Try it if you don’t believe me,” Natalie challenged.


    “Hah! You’re quite confident.”


    “Of course. I have the capital to do so now,” Natalie replied,pletely unbothered.


    From Natalie’s current attitude, it was clear that she saw no future between herself and Cedric. She


    used to go to great lengths to please these people for Cedric


    Now that they were apart, the confrontation between the two sides became even more hysterical.


    Without a doubt, Natalie’s attitude angered Reba once again, leading her to hang up the phone.


    At the Johnson Manor, Reba and Benjamin were together.


    “She’s really too arrogant. How did Cedric fall for such a character?”


    The more Reba thought about it, the more furious she became. Undoubtedly, Reba attributed all


    of Cedric’s losses to Natalie this time.


    Everything was Natalie’s fault!


    The men of the Johnson family were seemingly imposing, but they were actually easily influenced.


    They listened to Reba’s words without much resistance


    It was no wonder that Dominic could manage the Johnson family well. With such a capable woman by


    his side, she eliminated the possibility of the other branch families taking over!


    “Hmph, things will be calm in the family once she gets out of Verde City!”


    “You’re right, Uncle,” Reba said.


    Seeing that Benjamin was already displeased with Natalie, Reba felt relieved.