Chapter 80 A Preference for Both Boys and Girls
Ruben's arrival sent a thrill of excitement through Curtis that lingered long after their initial greeting. "Mr. Howard's visit is truly an honor for the Cullen family," he declared.
Ruben, a man of significant success in the business world, had never held the Cullen family in high regard. However, the current circumstances have altered his perspective. Alice, carrying the first child of the Howard family, was a matter of great importance, and it filled Ruben with joy.Alice was treated with the utmost care, akin to a protected princess. She required the assistance of servants even for walking, as the Howard family would not tolerate any harm coming to her. Melissa, holding Alice's hand, reminded her, "You once said that this depends on fate, and now fate has arrived, hasn't it?"Alice, unsure of what Natalie had previously told Melissa, deflected the conversation with a smile. "Melissa, tell me, does Adrian prefer boys or girls?"Melissa responded with a smile of her own, "He likes both girls and boys. As long as they are your children, he will love them."Melissa's words carried a subtle implication. In their high society, the mixing of bloodlines was a cause for concern. Alice caught the hidden meaning but maintained a calm facade, pretending to be oblivious. "It is the same for me," she replied.Her innocent demeanor pleased Melissa. Had Alice been a cunning girl, Melissa would not have found her as likable."Alice, why aren't you wearing the necklace I gave you last time? Don't you like it? I have many more here. I received a new batch the other day, which hasn't been released yet. I'll have someone deliver it to you tomorrow."'A necklace from Melissa?' Alice was taken aback. She had no knowledge of such a gift. She inwardly fumed, 'Natalie didn't even tell me about this! That little bitch!'
Furthermore, Adrian had shown great care for a simple, worn-out tie. It dawned on Alice that Natalie had been attempting to seduce Adrian during that time. She was relieved that Adrian had discovered Natalie's secret pregnancy, or else she would have fallen into Natalie's trap!While Melissa went to accompany Ruben, Alice rose from her seat and exchanged a glance with Renee. Renee immediately understood and followed Alice to the balcony. "Ms. Cullen, is there something you need?""Where is Natalie?""According to your instructions, someone went to call her.""Help me with something..." Alice whispered to Renee.She was determined to make Natalie pay a price.Alice removed the engagement ring she shared with Adrian and handed it to Renee.Natalie, having received a message from Lizzy, hurried back. As she was about to enter through the back door, she spotted Renee's imposing figure. Upon seeing Natalie, Renee's expression hardened. "Natalie, here you are, slacking off again!"Natalie lowered her head. "I have finished my work, and you didn't tell me not to appear in the Cullen family anymore.""You dare to talk back!" Renee's eyes shifted. "If you can't be on the first floor, then go to the second floor. Clean all the rooms upstairs and take care of the garden's flowers as well. There are plenty of tasks to do!"Natalie listened, her brow furrowing. It was clear that Renee was exploiting the support of Avery and Alice from the Cullen family. Left with no choice, Natalie nodded in agreement, "I understand."She changed her clothes, put on a mask, and carried her cleaning tools up the stairs. Curtis, Avery, and Alice were all downstairs entertaining the Howard family's guests. The rooms upstairs were empty, but the carpets were neat, and the sheets had already been changed by the maids.
Natalie cleaned everything again until it was spotless. She was about to head downstairs to the garden when suddenly, she heard a sound. Natalie froze in her tracks.
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