All Chapters of THE SUPREME NATHAN THORNS (The City's god): Chapter 181
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Chapter 181
Taylor’s smile was too wide, almost theatrical, when she stepped closer to Amelia. She folded her hands loosely in front of her, posture graceful, her voice light yet edged with something else.“I just wanted to thank you again, Amelia. Truly. I’m grateful for your selfless act the other day.”Amelia tilted her head, lips curving into a polite smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes. “You’re welcome, Taylor. Forget about it.”Taylor’s laughter was low, controlled. She glanced around the room at the curious eyes, the chattering guests, the chandeliers spilling golden light, and then her gaze swung back to Amelia. Her smile sharpened.“No,” she said softly. “I can’t forget about it… because you won’t forget it.”Amelia’s brows pinched briefly. “What do you mean?”“I mean what you did wasn’t just because you wanted to be the hero.” Taylor’s chuckle was dry, her shoulders easing as though she’d finally unburdened herself. “You wanted us to be indebted to you.”Amelia’s lashes fluttered. “H
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The hall glowed with soft, golden light as everyone settled into their seats. A hush fell gradually as the musical welcome performance began, the keyboard and violin blending into a melody that wrapped the atmosphere with elegance.Taylor sat stiffly in her chair, her hands clasped too tightly in her lap. She tried to focus on the music, on the sparkle of the chandeliers, but her eyes betrayed her. They darted to the corner where Natalia sat, poised and graceful, as though the world itself had slowed down just to let her exist.Her chest tightened. Natalia. Of all people. She shifted slightly, stealing a glance at Amelia, who was a few rows ahead, talking animatedly with one of her guests. The contrast nearly made Taylor dizzy. Amelia, radiant and bold. Natalia, serene and untouchable. Both women somehow tangled in Nathan’s orbit.Her lips parted before she could stop herself. She leaned toward Nathan, forcing her voice into casualness though her insides twisted. “It seems like your e
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For a second, Natalia’s heart skipped, assuming who it was that had stepped up to her rescue. It had to be Nathan. She could almost feel his presence behind her, strong and protective. With trembling hope, her gaze lifted, relief flooding her chest as she expected to see his familiar blue eyes blazing in anger on her behalf.But the moment her eyes connected, the relief curdled.Not Nathan.It was Amelia.The hostess of the evening, shimmering under the chandelier light in her sleek gown, her expression sharpened like a blade.Natalia’s mouth parted in disbelief, but before she could say anything, the man spat venomously at her, his words slicing through the surrounding hum of music.“Pathetic,” he sneered, voice raised enough that a few heads turned. “Turning down a dance like you’re some saint. What are you, too pure for the rest of us?”Gasps fluttered among nearby guests. Some turned their eyes toward them, curiosity flickering even as the harp’s melody continued in the background
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They moved together in rhythm, her hand light on his shoulder. For a fleeting moment, Natalia allowed herself to savor it, the music, the warmth of his presence, the familiar steadiness. Then reality sank like a weight. She remembered the coldness of his words at the hospital, the anger in his voice.This might be her only chance to mend things between them.“I’m sorry,” she whispered.He arched a brow. “Really?” His voice dripped with disbelief.“Yes.”“For what?”Her throat tightened. “You know, Nathan. For what my mother did.”“You should be,” he said flatly.“I suspected something was off with her actions,” Natalia pressed, desperate to make him understand. “And after I learned she got to know through me that you ended Kacper and his uncle, I had wanted to find out more about what her intentions were but failed. I didn't intentionally tell my mother that you,” her voice lowered cautiously, “killed Kacper and his uncle like you think. I swear." Nathan’s mouth parted, ready to lash
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Taylor arose from her chair, her dress swaying as she adjusted her shoulders. She turned to face Natalia, her expression far from welcoming. Her chin tilted. “What do you want to talk about?”Natalia hesitated for half a heartbeat, then started talking. “Nathan…”“No.” Taylor cut her off, hand rising like a shield. Her eyes glittered with accusation. “You shouldn’t talk about Nathan with me. I think you should talk about how your selfish mother connived with Master Fields, had me kidnapped just to get Nathan and kill him, all because of money, and because of you.”Natalia’s breath hitched. Her lips parted, shocked. “Nathan… told you?”“Yes.” Taylor’s brows furrowed. “What? He shouldn’t have?”“No,” Natalia murmured quickly, shaking her head. “I mean, you deserve to know. About that, I’m sorry…”Taylor’s laugh was humorless, cutting. “Sorry doesn’t cut it, Natalia. Your mother should be behind bars by now while Master Fields rots in hell.”Natalia swallowed hard, throat tight. “Yes. I
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Back in the grand hall, the lights shimmered warmly, catching the gold accents of the chandeliers. Laughter drifted from a few corners as waiters circled with fresh trays of champagne, but Nathan’s steps were brisk, his shirt still damp where he had wiped away the spilled wine. He was heading back to his seat, his gaze trained on the table across from Taylor.Just before lowering himself into the chair, he froze. His eyes scanned the hall quickly. Once. Twice. His brows pulled together in question.Natalia.She wasn’t there.Taylor’s eyes, sharp and watchful, caught the flicker of recognition on his face. She leaned back and gestured to the empty chair.“Sit down, Nathan,” she said, almost too smoothly.He sank into the chair, posture stiff. His lips parted to ask the question that burned on his tongue, but he hesitated. As if reading his silence, Taylor’s tone shifted to something colder.“Natalia left already, Nathan.”His head snapped toward her. “What?”“She’s gone,” Taylor replie
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Nathan didn’t think twice. He dashed for his car, his shoes striking the asphalt in hurried beats. His pulse throbbed in his ears as he yanked open the driver’s door and slid in. The engine roared to life the instant he twisted the key, his hands trembling against the wheel. He barely checked the mirrors before slamming his foot on the accelerator.Behind him, the hotel’s glass doors swung open. Taylor hurried out, her dress swaying with each hurried step.“Nathan, wait…!” her voice cut through the night air, urgent and sharp.The taillights flared red, then streaked forward. He drove off without a glance in her direction. Taylor froze midway across the parking lot, her mouth falling open in disbelief.Her voice cracked as she muttered, “Where is he off to? He just left me here. Damn.” She clenched her fists and looked around the parking lot like she expected an answer to appear in the shadows. Nothing. Just silence and his fading headlights.Inside the car, Nathan’s jaw was tight. He
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Natalia’s lips curled, her face tightening as she scoffed. “You’re so disgusting. And above all, you're pathetic. Do you think waving a gun makes you a man?”Her words sliced, but instead of anger, he only cackled, shaking his head like she had just cracked the funniest joke. “I’m a man who can make you feel good, dear.”She flicked a glare at him, unable to hide her contempt for him.“Why upset?” He asked with fake concern. "Don’t tell me you don’t want a sex escapade with me tonight.”He leaned closer, his breath sour, fingers lifting as if to caress her cheek. Natalia jerked her head aside, her face squeezing in defiance. His hand brushed air, and his grin faltered for a beat before turning sly.“What’s wrong?” he prodded, mock innocence lacing his tone. “Do you have a boyfriend? Oh wait—” his eyes lit up as if he’d uncovered treasure, “you’re still all over your ex-husband, aren’t you? What was his name again? Ah, yes… Nathan. He was at the launch, right? I think I saw him.”Her h
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Then, before he could even recover, a rough hand clamped around his neck like an iron vise. He gagged, his legs kicking helplessly as he was yanked backward with violent force.“Wha – agh!” he choked, his voice breaking.In the next heartbeat, he was hurled out of the car, his body slamming onto the hard ground of the empty road with a sickening thud. He skidded across the surface, groaning, his breath ragged and broken.The night swallowed his cries, leaving only the echo of his body hitting the pavement, and the ominous shadow of the man who had dragged him out.It was Nathan who showed up.He stood at the edge of the road, chest heaving, the faint glow of the streetlamps flickering across his hardened features. His gaze fell scornfully on the crumpled man writhing in pain on the asphalt. For a moment, he did not move. His stare alone was enough to pin the bastard down like a predator eyeing weak prey.Then, without a word, he turned sharply toward Natalia’s car. The faint metallic
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Nathan froze for a second, chest rising and falling. He stepped toward the edge, peering into the shadows below. There was no trace of the man, only rippling black water.He groaned under his breath, a bitter smirk tugging his lips. “Serves you right, bastard.”The pain in his forearm yanked him back to reality. Blood dripped steadily from the wound, warm and relentless. He pressed a hand against it, hissing softly, then moved back toward Natalia’s car.Opening the door, he glanced back at her once more. Her chest rose gently, unconscious but safe. That was all that mattered. He slid into the driver’s seat, his good hand gripping the wheel tightly.Pain burned through him, every pulse a reminder of the bullet lodged in his flesh. But his eyes remained sharp, forward. With a grim determination, he started the engine.The car rumbled to life, headlights casting pale beams across the empty road. Nathan tightened his grip, ignoring the ache, and pressed his foot on the pedal.As the car s