You're Out, Daddy novel (Natasha and Kenneth) novel Chapter 761

“We have a situation here!” said Thalia.

“What is it?” Natasha asked.

“He ran out alone and wouldn't take our calls. I know a situation when I see one.” Thalia smacked the table. “Call him again.”

“I don't think that's necessary, though.”

“I beg to differ!”

I really want to convince Thalia that it's not necessary. Natasha was stumped.

“Fine, if you won't do it, then I will.” Thalia snatched the phone and made the call. It was too late for Natasha to stop her.

Natasha hoped no one would pick it up, but someone did. Eventually.

“Hey, Nat,” said Kenneth softly.

Just when Thalia was about to go into a tirade, Natasha quickly covered her friend's mouth and took her phone back without missing a beat.

Thalia wanted to complain, but Natasha placed a finger to her lips.

Fine, Nat. You go ahead, then.

Natasha returned to her seat and put her phone to her ear. “Kenneth.”

“What's wrong? Did something happen?” The little tussle did not escape Kenneth.

Natasha looked at Thalia and lowered her voice, “No. My phone fell just now.”

“I see,” said Kenneth. “What's the matter?” he asked again.

Natasha was trying to come up with a suitable response, but Thalia was already staring intently at her. If Natasha wouldn't say anything, she would.

Retracting her gaze, Natasha asked, “Is Alexia better?”

“Almost.”

“She's gone back to DX as well?”

“No. Mike told me,” answered Kenneth truthfully.

Natasha nodded. “I see. I just wanted to see how Alexia's doing. She did get hurt saving us.”

“I know. Don't worry. I know what I'm doing.”

“Okay, there's that, then.”

Natasha was going to hang up, but Thalia frowned. She wanted to stop her friend, but Kenneth blurted, “Nat, are you... jealous?”

Thalia kept giving her looks.

I don't like this. Natasha responded, “No. I just wanted to remind you that you shouldn't give her the cold shoulder. She did save us after all.”

“That's not what you really think, or that's what I hope, at least. But I could tell that you're genuine,” said Kenneth.

“Good that you know.” A smile curled Natasha's lips.

“Of course. I'll be back tonight,” Kenneth said again.

Okay. I get the implication. She looked at Thalia and saw a mischievous glint in her eyes. “Something just came up. Talk to you later.” Natasha hung up right away.

Thalia was wiggling her eyebrows as she sized Natasha up.

Feeling her scalp tingling, Natasha said, “You heard everything!”

Natasha didn't answer that. Instead, a bitter smile formed on her lips. “It's... a bit more terrible than you think. I turned a blind eye back then because I loved him. Though I knew he only did that to get on my nerves.”

“And?”

“I had an epiphany when I got pregnant. I couldn't have my children growing up in... that kind of environment, so I left,” said Natasha. “My children gave me the courage to leave. That also made me understand that I am the most important thing in my life. No one else matters more unless they're really genuine with me,” said Natasha.

Thalia nodded pensively. “I have no idea what you're talking about, but I think it's something only those who have experienced heartbreak can understand.”

Natasha nodded. “You can put it that way.”

“So what kind of love is healthy then, according to you?” asked Thalia.

Natasha deliberated on that question, and she responded, “Trust is the foundation of any relationship, but if someone abuses that trust, then it's over.”

A smile curled Thalia's lips. “That sounds resolute and decisive.”

“It is. You have only one life. Live it well,” said Natasha.

A sigh escaped Thalia's lips.

“What is it?” asked Natasha.

“I suddenly feel like I might have done something unnecessary. It's obvious you know what you're doing, but I even thought of coming up with ideas for you.”

Natasha looked at her. “You have something I don't, Thalia. You have the courage to do things I can't. Well, the old me would have done what you're doing, but not the present me.”

“Is that a compliment or...”

“A compliment.”

“Even so, I'd still like to meet that woman. It's interesting that someone has the guts to try and challenge you,” Thalia drawled as she glanced at Natasha.