Not twins novel (Natasha and Kenneth) novel Chapter 339

Chapter 339

Natasha responded with a grin. She did not reply to her question, but the answer was obvious.

Thalia looked at the wine before her, and she could not hide her curiosity. “How did you know I'd come and look for you?”

“I didn't. I was just trying my luck,” Natasha said with a smile. She picked up the wineglass and gently swirled the wine before taking a sip.

Natasha exuded a languid yet casual vibe.

Thalia looked at her and could not quite believe what she said. Why would she get two wineglasses ready when she was just trying her luck?

Thalia had not had much interaction with Natasha, but she could roughly figure out what kind of person Natasha was after several encounters. Thalia thought Natasha was emotionally distant, mysterious, stand-offish, and fearsome-looking.

Thalia had always been fearless, but she always felt a tad uneasy whenever she was around Natasha.

It was as if Natasha could peer into her soul and read her mind.

Thalia could not help but ask, “Anthony asked me why you invited me to the manor today.” She looked at Natasha and continued, “I didn't think too much about it, but now I would like to know why you invited me to your family dinner. I heard that it was you who suggested for me to stay overnight.”

“Why do you think I did this, then?” Natasha asked while arching her brows and taking another sip of wine.

Thalia shook her head. “I can't read your mind...”

Natasha grinned. “What's wrong? You're Darknetz's top assassin. Don't tell me you're scared.”

“I'm not scared, but I have this indescribable feeling in my heart. It's like you know me through and through,” Thalia said.

Natasha did not utter a word in response to her remark.

All of a sudden, Thalia froze for a bit. She lifted her eyes and looked at Natasha.

“H-How did you find out...” Thalia asked before realization dawned upon her. “Anthony told you?”

Natasha nodded.

Thalia gazed at the woman. “What else did he tell you?”

“Everything. Everything I should know, and everything I shouldn't know,” Natasha said.

Her reply rendered Thalia speechless.

After a short pause, she looked at Natasha. “What exactly do you want to talk to me about?”

“Anything,” Natasha said.

She still looked casual and was unperturbed by Thalia's surprise reaction. It was as if she just wanted to have small talks with Thalia.

Thalia knew there was more to this than met the eye. She can't possibly wait here for me merely to have a casual chat with me.

Nonetheless, Thalia knew Natasha would not play tricks behind people's backs. She wouldn't have invited me to stay had she had other hidden agendas in mind.

Thalia steadied herself and looked at the woman before her. “Sure. Let's chat.”

Natasha poured herself another glass of wine and said, “Cheers.”

Thalia's eyes darted from side to side. She then clinked her wineglass against Natasha's.

Two beauties enjoyed sipping their red wine underneath the moonlight.

Thalia glanced at Natasha. “You want to talk about the triplets, right?”

Natasha turned her attention to Thalia and nodded. “Yes.”

“Y-You want them to quit?” Thalia asked. That was the only question she could think of.

“What if I say yes?” Natasha asked.

Thalia knitted her brows. “If that's the case, I'm afraid I don't have a say in this.”

Upon noticing Natasha remain silent, Thalia continued, “Darknetz would never force anyone to stay or leave against their will. Do they know about it?”

“No, they don't.”

“You should talk to them first,” Thalia said.

“I wouldn't have to talk to you had I wanted them to quit the group!” Natasha said.

Thalia got even more confused. “So, you mean...”

“You should know what Anthony's talent is. He has achieved a lot at such a young age. I'm not sure if he'll become even more capable in the future, but if it happens, he'll make many enemies,” Natasha said.

Thalia looked at her. “So, you're worried about his safety.”

Natasha nodded while looking Thalia in the eyes. The former's expression turned solemn.

Thalia understood what Natasha meant. It was indeed a valid concern that she had never thought about before.

“We didn't know about Anthony's identity before this. He only agreed to meet me and revealed his identity when you were involved in that accident. Frankly speaking, I couldn't believe my eyes when he stood before me!” Thalia said.

Natasha kept mum and stared still at her.

“Anthony has long become the center of attention in the hacker's world. In fact, he has made a name for himself in the circle and inevitably made many enemies. But I believe no one could locate him as long as he's unwilling to reveal himself,” Thalia explained. “At this point, I don't think anyone besides Shadow Seeker could track him down unless a powerful hacker emerges from somewhere in the future.”

“That's possible. Anthony might not have met his match yet,” Natasha said. She had never thought she was the absolute best because she believed there would be individuals out there that were more capable than her. The person might not appear now, but that did not mean the person would not emerge in the future.

Of course, in reality, Natasha was still the cream of the crop!

“Yes. We can't rule out this possibility,” Thalia said, “But I believe, given time, he would rise to that position where no one could challenge him.”

“But before he could reach that position, his life would still be in jeopardy because of all the uncertainties around him!” Natasha expressed her biggest worry.

Thalia bobbed her head in agreement. “You're right, but don't worry. I'll protect the three of them at all costs. No one can harm them as long as I'm still alive.”

The tensed look on Natasha's face gradually eased after she heard Thalia.

She looked at Thalia, and her lips curled into a smile.

“Moreover, everyone in Darknetz will always have their backs. We'll not give anyone a chance to harm them. We'll make sure those who want to harm them don't live another day!”

Natasha looked at Thalia and said, “I don't trust promises made by those in the Darknetz because they're too far-fetched. But I trust you.”

Thalia froze for a moment. “So you're saying...”

“Don't blame me for being selfish, Thalia. I'm their mother, after all. I'll not stop them from doing what they want to do, but I can't stop worrying about them. You're the only one I can reach out to, so I need your assurance. I know you'll protect them with your life, but I still want to hear your promise. I want you to know how important this is to me. If anyone lays their fingers on my children, I swear I'll do anything to make them pay the price! I'm capable of doing so, and I mean every word I say,” Natasha said to Thalia while gritting her teeth.

Thalia was not sure why Natasha could be so confident. However, for some inexplicable reason, she found Natasha's words convincing.

Thalia looked at her and nodded. “I understand.”

Natasha stared at Thalia and said, “I entrust my three children to you, Thalia. Don't disappoint me!”