When She Rose From the Ashes (Natalie and Jensen) novel Chapter 576

**HereSelf 576**

The store was a veritable treasure trove of finely tailored suits, each one a testament to impeccable style and exceptional craftsmanship. As Natalie browsed through the racks, her eye was drawn to the exquisite details and the luxurious fabrics that whispered of sophistication. After a thoughtful selection, she decided to purchase two suits for Baron, knowing how much he appreciated looking sharp.

With her shopping list in mind, she shifted her focus to the casual section, where a vibrant array of styles awaited her. The casual wear was a delightful contrast to the formal attire, offering a more relaxed vibe. Natalie carefully selected two outfits that she felt would perfectly complement Baron’s laid-back style. She envisioned him wearing them, perhaps on a sunny weekend outing or a casual dinner, and smiled at the thought.

Next, she made her way to the children’s section, her heart swelling with love for her two little ones. With no bodyguards accompanying her today, she was aware of her limitations; she couldn’t overindulge in purchases that would be cumbersome to carry. Nevertheless, she picked out a few adorable outfits for her children and, on a whim, added two more for Holt, thinking of how much he would appreciate a little surprise.

As she gathered her selections, the realization hit her that the pile was becoming too much for her to manage alone. With a sigh, she approached the sales associate and arranged for everything to be delivered to the villa. It was a small convenience, but it made her feel a sense of relief wash over her.

With her shopping duties complete, she looked forward to treating herself to a refreshing drink before tackling the gift boxes she needed for the upcoming launch event. She stepped into the café, her mind buzzing with thoughts of the day ahead, but little did she know that fate had other plans.

As she reached the entrance of the café, she was taken aback to find Jensen standing there. His presence was unexpected, and she felt a rush of surprise course through her. He stepped forward, blocking her path, his eyes alight with a mix of emotions—excitement, perhaps, but also something deeper that she couldn’t quite place.

“Natalie,” he said, his voice tinged with an urgency that caught her off guard.

Jensen didn’t appear to be in the best of health. The remnants of Rachel’s cruel act lingered in his demeanor, the pallor of his skin and the fatigue in his eyes betraying the toll it had taken. Although he had sought medical help and the drugs had been neutralized, he still felt an overwhelming sense of weakness. The doctor had insisted on a month of rest, but as the CEO of Luke Corp, his responsibilities weighed heavily on him, demanding his immediate attention.

He had come to the café today for a meeting with a business partner—an appointment that felt more like a chore than anything else. This particular partner was a widow who had shown interest in him for quite some time. Now that she was aware of his divorce and the end of his previous relationship, she had seized the opportunity to pursue him more actively. The choice of venue—a romantic café—had not escaped him, and he felt a knot of discomfort in his stomach at the thought.

In truth, Jensen had been reluctant to attend. His thoughts were consumed by Natalie, who seemed to radiate beauty in a way that left him breathless. She appeared more graceful, more elegant than he remembered, and there was an undeniable charm about her that pulled at his heart. Most importantly, he felt an insatiable need to repay her for everything she had done for him—he owed her more than he could articulate.

In his heart, he couldn’t help but think that Baron was utterly unworthy of someone like Natalie.

Seeing her here, in this moment, filled him with an exhilaration he hadn’t experienced in a long time. But for Natalie, the encounter felt like an unfortunate twist of fate.

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