When She Rose From the Ashes (Natalie and Jensen) novel Chapter 502

Chapter 502: The Transformation

Flynn swiftly moved behind Ruby, lifting her up protectively, but his gaze remained locked on Jensen. His voice was low and threatening as he spoke, “If I ever catch you bothering my sister again, I swear I’ll break your legs. Don’t test me if you don’t believe it.”

With that, Flynn guided Ruby into the waiting car.

No one noticed that as Baron climbed in, his eyes flicked toward a certain direction. In the crowd nearby, a shadowy figure melted away quickly, vanishing without a trace.

Jensen’s cheeks burned from the two sharp slaps Ruby had delivered. His instinct was to rush after them, to confront and chase them down, but Hansel stepped in firmly.

“Mr. Jensen, now’s not the time to cause a scene,” Hansel cautioned quietly. “Mrs. Stone is still unwell, and if you upset her further, Miss Natalie will be even less likely to forgive you.”

Jensen’s frustration boiled over. “But what right does that Baron have to be with Natalie?” he demanded, feeling wounded and betrayed.

All of Natalie’s past affections had been his—reserved solely for him. Yet now, she was with Baron, and it stung deeply.

Hansel’s lips twitched in a faint, knowing smile. Baron was legally Miss Natalie’s husband. Who was Jensen to claim any right over her?

Still, Hansel wisely kept his thoughts to himself in Jensen’s presence.

Reluctantly, Jensen let Hansel pull him away. He climbed into a car, his spirit crushed and heavy with disappointment.

“Find someone to investigate the fire at the Stone family home,” Baron ordered quietly.

“Yes, sir,” Hansel replied immediately, moving to carry out the command.

Baron then made sure Ruby and the others were safely settled in the vehicle before driving swiftly toward his villa.

Ruby’s eyes swept over the grand residence as they approached. It was no less impressive than the Stone family’s ancestral home, and it made her reconsider her opinion of Baron.

“Baron,” she began thoughtfully, “with what you have now, surely surpassing the Gunn family is within your reach, isn’t it?”

Baron understood her meaning perfectly and responded without hesitation. “Mom, even though my last name is Gunn, I have no intention of returning to that family in this lifetime. As long as they don’t provoke me directly, I won’t bother with them. Rest assured, with my current wealth, supporting my wife and children is no problem at all. I won’t let them get dragged into the Gunn family’s grudges.”

“That’s good to hear.” Ruby nodded, a satisfied smile on her lips. “Natalie’s life has been so difficult. Now that she’s finally with you and has experienced some peace, I don’t want her to be pulled back into the struggles of elite families. Flynn told me your influence overseas is strong, but if you get the chance, consider changing your status. It’s not right for your wife and kids to live in constant worry.”

Baron had already been contemplating this very idea, and hearing Ruby’s encouragement only strengthened his resolve. He nodded firmly.

“Yes, I’ve already begun preparations for the transformation. Mom, don’t worry—I won’t let my wife and children live in fear while I’m around.”

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