Chapter 447

The answer was a simple."OK."

That night, Natalie fell asleep smiling.When she sold the villa,she told the buyer that she would vacate the villa in a week. By then,she assumed Daniela would be dead,and she could move into Daniela's house.

Her next move was clear:take over Harper Group and the local operations of Elite Lux. She pondered whether Cedric would be smart enough to accept her.If he remained oblivious,she would enlist Linden's help to handle him.

Natalie imagined a flawless execution of her plan.

Her sleep was peaceful, her face still wearing that smile.

As she made her way downstairs the following morning.Natalie hummed a melody, her dress cascading gracefully.Elyse watched her with a curious gaze. "What's got you in such high spirits today?"

Offering a forced smile,Natalie remained silent,her expression smug.

Mid-breakfast, Elyse turned to her. "I forgot to ask yesterday.What was that document you had me sign?" Wiping her mouth with a napkin, Natalie responded."Merely a power of attorney."

Unaware of any underlying motives, Elyse said, "What business are you launching on? You know,Brylee gave me this villa as a retirement haven, my safeguard.I must hold on to it."

Looking away, Natalie answered dispassionately."Understood."

Once she finished her breakfast, Natalie set off for work.

Nina had been observing Natalie intently and later slipped into Daniela's office, murmuring, "Something's unusual with Natalie today."

Daniela quirked an eyebrow, amusement flickering across her face. "Is that so?"

Nina explained, "She's unusually cheerful,wearing that lavish dress, and even changed her lipstick shade.Usually, she has a long face. Today,she seems different. Something's wrong."

Daniela simply nodded. "We'll let her keep her mysteries."

Still concerned, Nina kept her gaze sharply on Natalie.

Entering the office casually, Natalie asked, "What mysteries?"

Daniela laughed lightly and asked, "What mysteries? Surely,you know?"

Natalie's smile briefly wavered.

Was Daniela implying something about her?

Natalie remained frozen in a daze, while Daniela abruptly lifted her head, their eyes locking in an instant.

A sharp, unwavering clarity lit up Daniela's eyes.stopping Natalie in her tracks.

"Are you the one keeping mysteries?" Daniela pressed.

Natalie saw Daniela's smile vanish, her expression growing serious.

Her heart skipped a beat, and she stammered, "What do you mean, Daniela? I'm lost."

It was only when Daniela's smile returned that Natalie exhaled in relief.

"Why the worry? I was merely joking," Daniela said.

Natalie exited the office, her heart pounding randomly,a surge of fear washing over her.

At that moment,something in Daniela's look hinted at her deeper awareness.

Natalie took a hearty swig of water, seeking solace.

She let out a laugh, trying to convince herself. "Why should I be scared? Daniela won't be around much longer. What threat could she pose? Surely,she's no match for Cealmaur's mercenaries. Absurd!"

Time slowly ticked away.

Natalie greeted the first day with a broad smile.

Her nerves were steady on that initial day,trusting in Cealmaur.

The second day found Natalie still smiling.

She reassured herself,given it was only day two,that assassination could happen in an instant; patience was key.

Then came the third day.

And the fourth day drifted by.

Yet,all remained quiet.

By the fifth day, Natalie found herself obsessively watching Daniela's office door, anticipating the moment Daniela would meet her unexpected end.

Cealmaur was known for their stealthy executions:escaping their grasp seemed impossible for Daniela.

As the sixth day dawned, doubts began to cloud Natalie's mind. Why was Cealmaur delaying? Did they always operate so close to the wire? Such delays made her question whether the deed would ever be done.Natalie's nerves started to unravel under the weight of her thoughts. Sensing her unease. Nina walked over and asked, "What's making you so restless?

Natalie's voice cut sharp as she yelped.Leave me alone!"

The seventh day arrived.