When She Rose From the Ashes (Natalie and Jensen) novel Chapter 602

**Chapter 602: Snatching His Wife**

As Jensen caught sight of Susie, a wave of disbelief washed over him, momentarily paralyzing his thoughts.

Could it be that this child bore a striking resemblance to Natalie during her own childhood?

He had vivid memories of Natalie sharing her old photographs with him, her laughter echoing in his ears as she pointed out her younger self with a mischievous grin.

Jensen felt an inexplicable urge to step forward, to ask questions that were burning in his mind, but just as he was about to take that leap, he sensed the approach of footsteps and instinctively retreated into the shadows.

Sean, concerned for his sister’s safety, had decided to follow Susie outside.

“Don’t you know that roses have thorns? Aren’t you worried about pricking your hands?” he chided, his tone a mix of brotherly concern and playful admonishment.

While Sean had developed a fondness for Holt, he still felt a twinge of discomfort at Susie’s unwavering affection for him.

Upon spotting her brother, Susie’s face lit up with delight. “You pick it for me then!” she chirped, her eyes sparkling with mischief.

“Why should I do that for you?” Sean shot back, feigning annoyance, though a smile tugged at the corners of his mouth.

“Oh, come on! You’re the best! Please!” Susie’s voice was sweet and persuasive, her charm effortlessly disarming.

Jensen, still concealed in the shadows, felt an overwhelming sense of déjà vu wash over him.

This was how Natalie used to act—her voice soft and coaxing, her demeanor playful—when she was trying to win him over.

Could it be that these twins were somehow connected to Natalie?

Before he could unravel this mystery, Natalie stepped outside, clad in Baron’s jacket, her presence commanding yet warm.

“What are you two little rascals doing out here?” she asked, her voice laced with affection.

“Mommy!” Susie and Sean exclaimed in unison, their joy palpable as they rushed into her embrace.

Natalie enveloped them both in her arms, and Jensen, hidden away, felt his heart freeze in that moment.

What did they just call her?

Mommy?

His heart sank, and his eyes burned with a sudden rush of emotion.

Why would they refer to Natalie as Mommy?

Jensen’s mind raced, his thoughts spiraling into confusion and hurt.

These children appeared to be quite young. Could they possibly be adopted?

No, that didn’t sit right with him.

Why on earth would Natalie adopt children?

His mind flashed back to a deal Natalie had made with the Witch Doctor five years prior, a desperate gamble to save him.

Could it be that she had indeed been intimate with the Witch Doctor?

If not, how else could she have children?

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