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The Promise of Happiness (Natalie and Samuel) novel Chapter 134

Chapter 134 

At Maxs acquiescence, the employees brought out the box for the draw

Since its already prepared, lets start.” 

At the wave of his hand, the employees began the draw

The employee drew Belles name, and unexpectedly, Natalies name next

Natalie put down her wine glass when her name was called

What did you get for my grandpa?Shawn asked softly

Its a secret. You‘ll find out later.” 

The employees went to retrieve the gifts. Natalie and Belle stood before Max. One was dressed in silver, and the other in black

The both of them looked stunning from behind

Unfortunately, when viewed from the front, Belle was clearly betterlooking

Belle straightened her back with a satisfied and haughty look on her face

The employees brought out two wooden boxes of considerable size. However, Belles box surpassed Natalies in terms of its size and exquisiteness

Natalies box was very aged and did not have any designs or decorations

Max asked, Whose shall we see first?” 

He said so casually and without much thought

Natalie coming to his birthday celebration was already the best gift he could ever receive. He was glad that she was gifting him anything, even if it was just an old box

Belle glanced at Natalie. Old Mr. Watsons, why don‘t you look at Natalies gift first? She is thoughtful and will surely give you a present that youll like...” 

Upon hearing her words, all of the guests became curious instantly

 

Natalie wore a designer gown and was constantly by Shawns side

What gift would such a woman present

Max immediately saw that Belle was trying to ruin Natalie with her flattery, but he remained calm and asked in his usual tone, What do you think, Natalie?” 

Im fine either way.” 

Hearing this, Belle laughed. Things were all going according to her plans

Old Mr. Watsons, since Natalie has agreed, let‘s look at hers first...” 

Max nodded

Belles hands curled into fists as she waited anxiously. However, she already had a triumphant smile on her face

Hmph! When Natalie opens the box, it will be akin to opening Pandoras box. Shes going to become a laughing stock tonight

Natalie snorted slightly

The box opened with a click

Without even having seen anything, Belle screamed, Ahhh! Natalie, what on earth is your gift? Are you mad? You‘re cursing Old Mr. Watsons!” 

At that moment, the entire crowd fell silent as everyones gazes immediately fell upon Belle

However, Belle merely thought that the crowd had been shocked into silence because they were astonished by Natalies gift as well

Natalie, you must explain yourself!. Just what are you up to?” 

Natalie replied emotionlessly, What am I up to?” 

Thinking that Natalie was putting up a final struggle, Belle mocked, Dont tell me that you didn‘t know what you gifted. Dont pretend to be innocent in order to absolve yourself of blame!” 

The tension in the air thickened

Maxs face immediately darkened

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