Grief, Betrayals, and a Core of Blaze
Baron rubbed sunscreen onto Natalie’s calves. Natalie laughed brightly. "Baron, Hayes hasn't even been sentenced yet, and the Gunn family is in chaos. You just ran off with me like this. Aren't the Gunn family members going to curse me out?" "Let them do whatever they want. They remember me now? When my mother and I were kicked out of the house by Hayes and had nowhere to go, they never once worried if I, the legitimate eldest son of the Gunn family, would die on the streets. Their only reason for seeking me out now is for their own benefit. After all, I’m the chairman of Grant International Holdings and the son-in-law of the Stone family. A casual wave from either family is enough to stabilize the Gunn family. To put it bluntly, those old foxes just don't want the Gunn family to collapse. But the Gunn family is rotten to the core; there’s no point in saving it." As Baron spoke, he finished applying the sunscreen to her legs, but the look in his eyes had changed. Natalie cleverly sensed it and quickly pushed him away. "Don’t mess around, the children are right there." "We shouldn’t have brought them." Baron looked at the two little figures in the distance, thoroughly frustrated. Natalie, however, was quite happy. "No, I think it’s wonderful for our family to travel together. In the future, as long as we’re not busy, let's take the kids out for a while every year, okay?" "You’re the boss of this family. Whatever you say, goes." Baron seized the chance to hug Natalie. If he couldn't do what he wanted to do, he could at least get some hugs and kisses, right? Natalie didn't resist.She found herself getting more and more used to Baron’s tendency to hug and kiss her at a moment’s notice. Natalie watched Sean and the others and couldn't help but say, "Shouldn't we be heading back after another two days?" "Why?" Baron had no desire to return to Ocean City at all. Layne and Jonas were managing the company, and his father-in-law didn't need his help. Baron genuinely felt that traveling the world with his wife and children was perfect. At least there weren't so many trivial problems. Natalie shot him a look. "Did you forget? My studio’s launch event is about to start! And my parents sent out invitations over two weeks ago for my reunion banquet. The children need to make an appearance too. We can't keep them hidden away forever." Only then did Baron remember. "I would have forgotten if you hadn't mentioned it. You're right. It’s time to announce your identity. Although I haven't intentionally hidden the Grant International Holdings matter, and the Gunn family knows, others don't. I need everyone to know that you are the Chairman's wife of Grant International Holdings. And the two little buns need to be revealed, too. It’ll keep those clueless people who think we don't have kids from trying to poach you." Seeing Baron’s childish behavior, Natalie laughed again. The family of four played outside for two more days before Renee called, saying the launch event was imminent and she needed Natalie back to oversee things. Natalie had agreed, but Baron went wild that night, exhausting her so much that she couldn't get up the next morning and perfectly missed the flight. She had no choice but to let Renee handle everything and just made a video appearance herself. Fortunately, her fans were true fans and didn't mind her absence. The studio's launch event was a huge success.Baron tried to snuggle up, but Natalie twisted his ear. "Baron! You did that on purpose, didn't you?" "Ow, ow, ow! That hurts!" Baron resorted to playing pitiful. Seeing him like this, Natalie’s heart softened. She let go but said huffily, "My parents' reunion banquet is in the next two days. If you dare pull any more stunts, watch out, or I’ll divorce you." "Don't! You’re just too irresistible." "Hah! In that case, you can sleep with your son for the next two days. I’ll go sleep with Susie." The moment she said this, Baron was instantly depressed. "Honey, I was wrong! I promise I won't let you miss the banquet. Please don't stop sleeping with me!" What kind of man sleeps with his son at night? Baron wailed, while Sean and Susie just giggled, earning them a glare from their father. The family played outside for one more day before finally returning to Ocean City. Moses had recovered somewhat during this period. When he heard about Natalie’s reunion banquet, he insisted on attending. Waylon had also confirmed with Payne that Moses was considered a free man. If he wanted to continue serving the country, he was welcome. If he wanted to return to his family, the nation would also provide him with a substantial reward. The evidence against Hayes was conclusive. The case was closed. Because he was involved in so many crimes, he was ultimately sentenced to death.
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