The Scorned Heiress's Hidden Empire (by Jade Quinn) novel Chapter 16

Chapter 16

Chapter 16

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Ryan wanted to rush forward again, but he forced himself to stop, standing in place with a goofy grin on his face.

“Sis… you, you said yes! This is amazing! Truly amazing!”

“I’m Ryan, your fifth brother!”

Even Blake Mitchell’s usually stern lips curled upward into a smile. He looked deeply at Natalie. “Natalie, I’m Blake, your third brother.”

Ethan Mitchell stepped forward, his voice much softer than usual. “Natalie, I’m Ethan, your second brother.”

As the eldest, Andrew Mitchell was the most reserved, but his eyes were now slightly red. He swallowed hard a few times to suppress the surge of emotion.

He walked up to Natalie and leaned in slightly, speaking with unprecedented gentleness. “Natalie, I’m Andrew, your big brother. From now on, the Mitchell house is your home, and we are your family.”

“You can tell us anything.”

Natalie stood up. She had taken in every expression they had made since they walked through the door.

The sincerity in their eyes, the overflowing pity and guilt, and the sheer ecstasy of finding what was lost- none of it could be faked.

She took a soft breath. Her cool voice rang through the quiet living room, now carrying a trace of warmth so faint it was almost imperceptible.

“Andrew, Ethan, Blake, Jason, Ryan.”

Her voice was steady and clear as she spoke each name, one by one, following their order.

With every name she spoke, the eyes of the corresponding man brightened, and the excitement in their chests felt like it might burst forth.

“Sis! I finally have a sister!”

As Ryan spoke, his lips began to tremble and tears started to fall. A guy over six feet tall was now a total mess, face covered in tears and snot, sobbing “Sis” in a way that was both heartbreaking and hilarious.

“Waaaah- sis.”

Jason patted his shoulder. “Alright, you’re a grown man. Don’t cry, this is a happy occasion.”

Natalie blinked and pulled out some tissues for Ryan. “Ryan, don’t cry.”

Blondie, moved by the atmosphere, turned away to secretly wipe his own eyes.

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This is great, he thought. “The Boss found her family.

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Ryan took the tissues and wiped his face. “I… I’m not usually like this. I just couldn’t help it because I’m so excited!”

“Sis… can I… can I give you a hug?” he asked, his voice trembling with emotion.

Natalie smiled and nodded.

Seeing her agree, Ryan excitedly yet carefully reached out and hugged her.

The other four brothers were dying of envy.

So that was his game! They couldn’t believe Ryan actually got to hug her first!

Jason was the first to lose his patience. ‘Seriously? After I was just trying to comfort him!’ he grumbled to himself.

He stepped forward and gently pulled Ryan away from her. “Alright, Ryan. One hug is enough. You’re going to tire her out.”

Ryan let go reluctantly, his face still tear-stained as he grinned like an idiot.

“Mom and Dad are waiting for you at home. When do you want to head back?”

Andrew looked at Natalie, then added, “Whenever you want is fine!”

Natalie checked the clock on the wall. “Tomorrow.”

They all looked delighted. “Great! Rest up, and we’ll head out tomorrow once you’re ready!”

With that, the five of them headed out. They knew she needed rest after her exams and time to process this

news.

They didn’t want to overwhelm her.

Natalie smiled and said, “Okay.”

The Mitchell brothers booked a presidential suite. As soon as they were settled, they called their parents with the good news.

William and Charlotte Mitchell were equally thrilled, eagerly asking for every detail about Natalie.

The next day.

The five Mitchell brothers stood nervously by her door. They didn’t dare knock, fearing they might wake her up and disturb her rest.

So they just waited for her to come out.

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Click. A door opened.

But it was the room next door.

Blondie walked out with a yawn, stretching as he looked at them.

“Why are you guys all standing here?” He asked.

“We’re waiting for our sister.”

Jason nodded slightly to him. Knowing they were likely good friends, he kept his attitude polite.

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Blondie ruffled his messy hair, finding Jason familiar. “Hey, aren’t you that superstar? The one who was trending a few days ago…”

Jason gave an awkward cough and nodded. “Yeah, that’s me.”

Blondie circled Jason once. “Whoa, you’re even more handsome in person than on TV!”

Jason kept a straight face. “Thanks. You look good too.”

“Oh right, you’re waiting for my boss.”

Blondie finally remembered the situation. “Waiting around like this is useless. She’s usually up by now; she’s probably doing her morning routine.”

“Morning routine?” Blake frowned. “She had such a long day yesterday, she should sleep in.”

“It’s a habit for her. Nothing stops it.”

Blondie shrugged. “She’s terrifyingly disciplined. If you’re in a hurry, I can go call her?”

“No, no!”

Ryan waved his hands frantically. “We’re not in a hurry at all!”

Blondie found it funny watching them act so calm when they were clearly dying of impatience.

He thought for a moment and pulled out his key card. “How about you guys come wait in my room? I’ll text her and let you know when she’s out.”

The Mitchell brothers looked at each other.

It felt like these two had a very close relationship for him to know so much about Natalie’s habits.

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