Chapter 182: New friend? (2)
"I know what this looks like after how I acted at Francesca’s party but Juliana was the one prying into your life more. I just said enough to make Vivienne think I was doing what she asked. I am trying to help you here so you are prepared for what Vivienne plans to do," said Natalie, annoyed it was taking so long to convince Selene.
"The fact that you are trying to help me is suspicious," Selene replied, knowing a ploy was at play here. "Why would you want to help me? If it’s to get close to the Blackthorn name then it’s pointless."
Natalie glanced at Xavier who sent shivers down her back because of how he stared at her. If looks could kill, Natalie was certain she would drop dead now.
Natalie faced Selene since Xavier was making her regret her decision to approach Selene now. "I don’t want to use your name. I just know that it isn’t right what they want. It’s not only the queen who speaks about you but the king. He is doing all that he can to get you in the palace."
"How long have you been close to the king for you to know his plans?" Xavier questioned, placing her as one of Darius’s lovers.
Natalie was stumped for a moment but soon thought of an answer. "The king tells his plans to Vivienne and she passes it on to us because she wants our help. I am not fond of the idea of forcefully taking someone to the palace. I have done awful things but I will never get that far."
"Haven’t you already gone far?" Xavier asked, realising what was odd about her. "So far that if you aren’t careful, you might end up dead."
Natalie licked her fangs as she smiled. How much did Xavier know? Would he run to Vivienne and tell her?
If Xavier did that then Natalie would take that as him still being in love with Vivienne.