NovelBookChapter 540: "This mess started because of me," Alina whispered, her voice quivering with sadness.
"Let them say whatever they want about me. At worst, I'll live quietly from now on. I won't go outside again, if that's what it takes." Tears traced down her cheeks, but she managed a faint smile, trying to reassure them.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"You've all taken care of Natasha forall these years. If I keep dragging you down, I'd be repaying your kindness with nothing but ingratitude. You shouldn't..." "Be slandered because of me." Corrine's eyes hardened, her jaw tightening as her hands balled into fists. "And what about Natasha? Do you even realize what's going to happen to her?" The murder case wasn't just a dark chapter from the past-it was intricately tied to Natasha's future. Alina froze, her breath catching in her throat as Corrine's words hit her like a cold wave. She turned to look at Natasha, the dam of her emotions finally breaking. Tears she'd held back for so long spilled freely, sliding down her cheeks. Without a word, she pulled her daughter into a tight embrace, as though clinging to her very soul. "Natasha, I'm so sorry. It's all my fault. I've failed you..." Alina's trembling hand reached up to gently stroke Natasha's face, her fingers trembling with regret.
Natasha, though, softened the moment. She patted her mother's fragile back, the weight of the years pressing down on them both. Then, with quiet determination, she spoke.
gvlnov☐☐☐☐, original website "Mom, I'll go with you." "Natasha..." Alina's voice faltered, her eyes wide in disbelief.
Natasha smiled faintly, her gaze steady as she turned toward the others.
"Thank you all... for staying by my side all these years, for never turning your back on me, for always caring for me. I'm truly grateful. But, as my mom said, we can't keep dragging you into this." She continued, her voice unwavering, "I haven't done anything wrong. Running away isn't the answer. You've all helped me, and the Ford family has supported me, too. If telling the truth is what it takes to help, then I'm ready to face it without hesitation." "Natasha, do you even understand what will happen if the truth comes out?" Corrine's voice was icy, her eyes locking onto Natasha's with a piercing intensity.
Natasha held Corrine's gaze for a long, silent moment before glancing at Jolene. Without another word, she gently squeezed her mother's hand and turned toward the exit.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe elevator doors opened, and as they stepped out, the reporters-who had been camped out in wait-spotted Natasha and Alina.
"Alina, are you ready to reveal the hidden truth about the murder case from back then?"
"Eyewitnesses have claimed they saw four other people at the scene, yet you were the only one who confessed and took the fall. Were you coerced?"
"After the incident, the Ford Group applied pressure. Does that mean these events are somehow linked to the Ford family?"
"The Ford Group has always been at the forefront of charitable efforts. Carl, in particular, has devoted his life to helping others, earning countless honors and recognition from the m government. I have Xo idea where NO these false rumors are coming from, but letmake this clear: We are all responsible for the things we say and do. If I hear even a single defamatory word about the Ford Group, I'll be forced to contact the authorities and take legal action against each and every one of you.” Natasha's voice cut through the air, sharp and commanding, sending a ripple of silence through the crowd as her words settled heavily over them.
Visit our social media platform to read fascinating stories every day and connect with the community!
