Chapter 303: Revelation
Natalie remained calm and composed. "If you’re done, you can get off my ass," she said, pressing the elevator button.
Clara didn’t give up. "Why don’t you ask your grandpa? He knows the truth as well. Why do you think he always listened to his wife? Why did he recently ask you to drop the charges against Briena and me?"
Natalie glanced at Clara, only to hear her continue, "It’s because his wife blackmailed him by threatening to reveal the truth to you. She has always used that leverage over Albert Ford—blackmailing him as he truly cared for you though you are not his blood. Why do you think he handed over the company to her and has no say in any of her decisions? It’s all because of you and your cheating mother."
"Clara Ford, mind your words when you talk about my mother," Natalie said, her voice rising.
"If you don’t trust me, ask your grandpa. You’ll know the truth," Clara said. "He’s already here to attend the board meeting."
"I don’t need to," Natalie replied firmly. "I know my mother better."
"Or are you just scared to know the truth?" Clara chuckled mockingly. "Never mind. Once I hand this report over to the media houses, you’ll know everything for sure. Later, you might even get the test done yourself. I’ll make sure to bring Jay to you so you can take a sample from him personally."
"Don’t try to tarnish my mother’s name—"
"I’m giving you a chance to clarify things before it’s too late," Clara interrupted. "I dare publish this report because it’s the truth. But do you dare to find out the truth about your mother?" She pulled out her cellphone. "Either you ask Albert Ford and learn the truth, or I send another email to the media houses, and you’ll find out that way. I hope you choose wisely. You have half an hour before the meeting."
With a confident smirk, Clara turned and walked away.
Natalie’s calm demeanor faltered as uncertainty crept in. She didn’t know what to do.