CHAPTER 21: CHAPTER 21: I THINK HE LOOKS SO COOL WHEN HE SMOKES

Phoebe Quinn eventually took Natalie Vaughn to Zane Thorne’s bar.

The Vaughn Family’s eldest daughter refused to ask directly about Zane Thorne’s whereabouts, so she had to use this subtle method. Fortunately, that night, Zane Thorne’s protection of Natalie Vaughn was witnessed by all the staff, or perhaps someone specially instructed, as when they arrived, the manager directly ushered them into Zane Thorne’s exclusive private room.

Phoebe Quinn looked at this distinctly different private room from a structural perspective and clicked her tongue.

"Nina, I’m definitely benefiting from you here."

Natalie Vaughn sat down in the spot Zane Thorne often occupied, opened all the windows, and mimicked his posture, placing her hand by the window. Natalie Vaughn’s imagination was quite vivid; she could entirely picture Zane Thorne sitting here smoking, drinking, with that lazy, casual yet explosively sexy vibe.

Thinking about it, she chuckled softly.

Phoebe Quinn: ....

"What are you giggling about?"

Natalie Vaughn’s hand wasn’t as long as Zane Thorne’s, making this posture a bit uncomfortable for her. Hearing Phoebe Quinn’s words, she felt that her behavior was indeed foolish, and immediately withdrew her hand.

Changing the topic.

"Do you know Theodore Langdon?"

Phoebe Quinn slightly frowned, thinking for a moment.

"The rapper you liked singing at this bar that day?"

Natalie Vaughn nodded.

"He’s Zane Thorne’s brother and also a member of the Langdon Family."

"Felix Langdon is his?"

"Cousin."

Phoebe Quinn nodded.

"So what’s the connection with you giggling?"

Natalie Vaughn: ...

It was the first time Natalie Vaughn couldn’t speak, Phoebe Quinn raised an eyebrow, her lips teasing.

Natalie Vaughn suddenly felt that having a too-smart best friend wasn’t always good. Like now, she couldn’t bluff her way out of the inexplicable behavior she had earlier.

"Nina, was that giggle because of God Thorne?"

Natalie Vaughn picked up her glass and took a sip, frowning; the taste was too mild, she didn’t like it.

Phoebe Quinn saw this reaction and knew she was right.

"Were you just thinking about God Thorne?"

Natalie Vaughn looked down, the sip of alcohol bringing much calm to her heart, and nodded confidently.

"Yep, I was thinking about how damn handsome he looks when he smokes."

The tone was slow, raising her chin, boldly admitting that Zane Thorne had an inexplicable sexual attraction to her.

Hearing this, Phoebe Quinn laughed; her Nina must be a potential hand enthusiast.

"God Thorne’s hands are really beautiful!"

Excited like a young girl promoting her favorite idol to those around.

Natalie Vaughn’s mind flashed to the hand holding the cigarette, the swollen veins seeming to carry an enchanted blood just for her. Thinking about it, she licked her lips, her throat itchy.

"If I get a chance, I definitely want to touch them well."

Natalie Vaughn was like this, directly facing her emotions, getting close to what she was curious about, finding ways to get what she wanted.

Her eyes gleamed brightly.

Phoebe Quinn was dazzled.

Today, Natalie Vaughn was wearing a burgundy off-shoulder top, coupled with such bold brightness, truly captivating.

Phoebe Quinn’s mind suddenly popped up with a question:

With this Natalie Vaughn, if she fully attacks, can God Thorne handle it?

"What do you want to touch?"

A man’s voice came from the doorway, prompting both Natalie Vaughn and Phoebe Quinn to look.

It was Felix Langdon, followed by Theodore Langdon.

Natalie Vaughn’s eyes moved slightly, not seeing the man she wanted to see.

Felix Langdon noticed Natalie Vaughn’s gaze, his lips curving into a smile.

"Tonight, Mr. Thorne has something going on at the club. When the manager called over earlier, I was beside him, heard you guys were here, and thought to come over and accompany you."

Upon hearing this, Natalie Vaughn looked at Felix Langdon, recalling what Phoebe Quinn said.

"Thanks to President Langdon for handling things online."

Felix Langdon smiled gently, sitting down opposite Natalie Vaughn.

"You don’t need to be so formal, call me by name."

Theodore Langdon had already popped up in front of Natalie Vaughn.

"Sister-in-law, you were so cool that night, when can you teach me a move or two for me to show off?"

Natalie Vaughn thought for a moment, honestly replied.

"If you only do the moves, it’ll look really silly."

Theodore Langdon: ...

He turned to look at Felix Langdon.

"How about having a fight segment at my next concert?"

Felix Langdon glanced at him, ignoring his wild delusion, and handed a file to Natalie Vaughn.

"Sister-in-law, everything that happened online is in here, including the companies and people behind the scenes making moves, take a look at how to handle it."

Natalie Vaughn was taken aback, staring at Felix Langdon with surprise.

She hadn’t expected Felix Langdon to go to this extent.

Felix Langdon’s lips still held a faint smile.

"This afternoon, Mr. Thorne was at my place."

Though Felix did so, it wasn’t purely because of the relationship with Zane Thorne, as from a business perspective, Natalie Vaughn could absolutely become a project that can make big bucks. As long as Natalie Vaughn was willing, he could immediately pave a way for her.

Of course, Felix wouldn’t disclose these thoughts now.

Natalie Vaughn took the file but didn’t check it immediately; instead, she asked.

"He knows?"

Felix Langdon swirled the wine glass in his hand, smiling.

"Mr. Thorne is quite protective."

Regardless of Zane Thorne’s current thoughts about Natalie Vaughn, just the identity of Natalie Vaughn as the future Mrs. Thorne was enough for Zane Thorne to defend.

Moreover...

Thinking of Mr. Thorne’s reaction this afternoon, Felix Langdon frowned. He wasn’t sure if it was his illusion, but he always felt Mr. Thorne defended Natalie Vaughn out of guilt; what he felt guilty for, he didn’t know.

Natalie Vaughn raised her eyebrows, clearly pleased with Felix Langdon’s words. She didn’t open the file, directly tossed it on the table.

"Can it be shut down?"

The Vaughn Family’s eldest daughter’s personality included avenging any slight, never being lenient to those who offend her.

Felix Langdon’s eyes flickered with a trace of laughter.

"Of course."

Rumor has it the Vaughn Family’s eldest daughter is obedient and soft-tempered.

Wonder who spread such a blind statement; the Natalie Vaughn in front of him has nothing to do with obedient and soft-tempered.

But Felix Langdon appreciated this kind of character.

He liked ruthless people.

After discussing the online matters, the private room lapsed into a brief silence. Rarely had such an opportunity in this setting to meet Felix Langdon, Phoebe Quinn, adhering to a learning attitude, humbly sought out business advice.

As for Natalie Vaughn, upon learning that Zane Thorne had club affairs and clearly wouldn’t come over tonight, her enthusiasm waned, Theodore Langdon noticed her mood change.

"Sister-in-law, want to listen to some songs?"

Natalie Vaughn looked at him.

The boy grinned brightly.

"I’ll sing for you, you teach me karate, okay?"

Natalie Vaughn got opportunistic; although her filter for Theodore Langdon’s moody-rap brother cracked, it didn’t affect his good singing.

"Can you sing more songs?"

"Sister-in-law, as many as you want to hear, I’ll sing, as long as you’re willing to teach me karate."

Natalie Vaughn nodded in agreement.

"According to your schedule, I can arrange randomly."

"How about tomorrow then!"

Just as he finished speaking, Felix Langdon mercilessly kicked him.

"In a rush to be reborn? Wait until sister-in-law recovers before planning."

Theodore Langdon paused, sheepishly rubbing his head.

"Oh oh, yeah, I didn’t think it through, certainly wait until sister-in-law recovers."

Both called her sister-in-law, Natalie Vaughn felt a bit uncomfortable, especially since Felix Langdon was older, the title of sister-in-law felt undeserved.

Phoebe Quinn saw the two Langdon brothers’ attitude towards Natalie Vaughn and suddenly felt a bit dazed. Her best friend and her idol actually confirmed their marriage plans in such a short time.

"Nina."

"Hmm?"

"You must live well with God Thorne."

She was the one most hoping this marriage could reach the very end; she didn’t want to see any other outcome.

Natalie Vaughn didn’t understand Phoebe Quinn’s sudden sentiment.

Who could say about marriage?

Natalie Vaughn didn’t comprehend what marriage represented; to her, marriage was unknown, but because the partner was Zane Thorne, it was worth exploring. As for what she would get in marriage, joy or pain, it wasn’t important.

Since she chose this unknown, she must bear all the unknowns it would bring.

She wasn’t afraid; she also had the capability to be responsible for her choice.