"We didn't arrive together, so why should we leave together?"
When they came, Darren had been in the same car as Marie, while she followed alone in a separate vehicle.
She knew it was their way of putting her in her place, forcing her to watch them from behind.
Lucas said in his childish voice, "Are those security guards here to throw people out? If you don't leave now, it'll be pretty embarrassing to get tossed out, won't it?"
At this, Darren's face contorted with anger, and he stalked away.
Old Mr. Fairchild's stern expression immediately melted into a warm, doting smile as he looked at Natalie. "Natalie, I had no idea you were not only a brilliant doctor but also such a talented artist."
"And I had no idea that Old Mr. Fairchild was the chairman of the Fairchild Conglomerate."
Natalie truly hadn't expected the old man she played chess with at the nursing home to be the head of such a massive corporation.
Old Mr. Fairchild puffed out his chest with pride. "So, now you believe me when I told you to come to me if you ever needed help, right?"
"Yes, I believe you."
After all, this was absolute power.
"That man is clearly a scoundrel. You should get those divorce papers signed as soon as possible."
Natalie nodded. "I will, Old Mr. Fairchild."
Just then, Lucas leaned close to Terence and whispered, "Dad, things are looking more and more hopeful."
...
Lucas held Natalie's hand, not wanting to let her go.
"Natalie, do you have to go? Can't you stay?"
Before Natalie could answer, she heard Terence speak.
"Did you really paint that picture?"
Terence studied her, and Natalie, who disliked having to prove herself, gave a simple answer.

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I love the sarcastic comebacks. Quite amusing!...