Chapter 254 Severe Injury 

During this time, Verde City was abuzz with discussions surrounding the Johnson family. 

And today, a major event took place. 

The Johnson family’s son was arrested. 

It was said that he was the mastermind behind the construction incident in the eastern suburbs, which 

resulted in loss of life. 

His motive was believed to be revenge against his ex–wife, Natalie. With Natalie’s death, he couldn’t 

escape legal consequences! 

Despite the speculations and anticipated outcomes in the public eye, the moment it happened was still 

shocking 

Elizabeth was hospitalized after this heavy blow, and all company responsibilities fell on Rebecca’s 

shoulders. 

The entire Verde City and the Johnson family fell into chaos. 

Meanwhile, Natalie sat on the bed in Red Wine Estate. A nurse was changing her bandages. 

Jason didn’t come to treat her today. Natalie sweated profusely from the pain, and her forehead creased. 

“Does it hurt?” The nurse asked, looking at Natalie, who had already bitten down on a tourniquet. 

Natalie nodded, it truly hurt 

While she had a high pain tolerance, the injuries were extensive. To prevent infection, her wounds were still being treated daily. It was a process that took a considerable amount of time. 

Throughout, she had to endure this painful ordeal. 

*I’ll be more gentle,” the nurse whispered. 

Her touch was lighter. If Jason were handling the procedure, Natalie would experience more pain. 

The maid attending to Natalie opened the curtains, allowing sunlight to stream in. The sudden brightness was a bit dazzling, prompting Natalie to shield her eyes instinctively. 

Since the big fire, Natalie’s eyes had suffered some damage. The doctor advised her not to use electronic 

devices for the next six months. 

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Disobeying this advice would result in a lifetime of Impaired vision. Natalie had learned her lesson in her previous life, so she cherished her eyes greatly. 

Lydia Wright, the maid beside Natalie on the bed, scolded, “Xyla, be more careful. Ms. Natalie’s eyes can’t 

handle such stimulation.” 

“Huh? I apologize, Ms. Natalie! I just thought the weather was nice today and wanted to open the window 

for fresh air. I’ll close the curtains now.” 

Natalie remained silent because, more than the sunlight, she couldn’t bear the pain in her b*dy. Gradually, 

she adapted to the light, and the discomfort lessened, 

After half an hour, the nurse finished changing all the bandages, Natalie removed the saliva soaked 

tourniquet. 

As the nurse packed up, she said, “Dr. Summers has specially ordered a pair of custom anti–glare glasses 

for you. They should arrive this afternoon.” 

“Anti–glare glasses? Natalie was surprised. 

She hadn’t expected Jason to take care of this matter. After all, another doctor was responsible for her. 

eye care this wasn’t within Jason’s scope. 

The nurse finished packing and slung the bag over her shoulder. She smiled at Natalie and said, “Dr. Summers said you can go outside to soak up some sun now; it’s beneficial for your recovery.” 

Upon hearing this, Natalie nodded. Since arriving here, she had never been outside. She wasn’t particularly eager to explore the outside world right now. 

Though she endured pain every day during this period, it was a rare respite compared to what her days 

were like before this. 

Lydia, who was sitting by her bedside, continued to read today’s news, just like before. 

When she reached the part about Cedric’s arrest in Verde City, Natalie’s eyes widened. 

“Hold on a moment.” 

“Yes, miss?” 

“Who got arrested?” 

Cedric? Was it Cedric? 

Lydia had been reading a lot of news to her during this time, mostly related to Simeria. 

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However, the news in Verde City seemed too shocking and had made international news. It became a hot 

topic even in Simeria, so Lydia read it to Natalie. 

Natalie had stiffened at the news, and Lydia noted she had broken out in a cold sweat. 

Xyla Wright had already prepared hot water to wipe away her sweat during the bandage change. She had noticed Natalie sweating quite a bit earlier. 

But before Xyla could act, Stephen arrived. 

Seeing the state Natalie and the two maids were in, he probably understood that Natalie was already 

aware of the news. 

Frowning, he looked at Lydia and Xyla. 

“You two, leave for now.” 

“Yes, sir.” 

Lydia and Xyla understood they had read something they shouldn’t have today and quickly left. 

With only Stephen and Natalie left in the room, Stephen gazed intently at Natalie, not missing any 

changes in her eyes. 

However, aside from indifference, he saw nothing else. 

“Sigh…” 

Stephen took a deep breath and sat on the nearby sofa, his expression deep and solemn. 

“How do you feel about this?” Stephen directly asked. 

Natalie lowered her head. 

Licking her cold l*ps, she said, “I don’t really feel much about it.” 

She was just wondering how Cedric could be arrested! 

Knowing his capabilities, he would have found a way to escape even if the evidence had pointed to him. 

xpect it to hannen? 

Putting him in jail would probably take a long time, but she didn’t quickly. 

Or did he let his guard down because she was declared dead? 

“He doesn’t know I’m alive, does he?” 

For the first time, Natalie paid attention to Cedric 

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From waking up until now, she had spent each day in a painful haze. This was the first time she asked her 

uncle about what happened after he took her out of Verde City. 

It was also the first time she inquired about Cedric 

After another life–and–death experience, she was indifferent to everything. No matter how much 

resentment there was, she had let it all go. 

Not for anything else but to completely sever ties with the past. 

However, Cedric surrendering so quickly was something she hadn’t anticipated… 

She didn’t know how Cedric was doing in Verde City and wasn’t interested in finding out. However, the 

fact that he surrendered left her with mixed emotions. 

“He doesn’t know. Also, he isn’t the only Johnson family member who got in trouble. Christina was also. 

arrested.” 

Natalie was speechless. 

Christina? 

When Stephen mentioned that Christina had also been arrested, Natalie was truly shocked. 

In her subconscious mind, anyone in Verde City could run into trouble, but Christina wouldn’t. 

Yet, who would have thought that she actually did? 

“Arrested?” 

“Yes, and she’s already sentenced to life.” 

…What? How long?” 

Natal 

When Natalie asked these words, her tone trembled, but it was out of satisfaction. 

Christina had also fallen? 

And sentenced to life?! 

No matter what Christina did previously, the Johnson family members would always protect her. 

Why did they let her down this time? 

More importantly, both Cedric and Christina were arrested. This was something no one could have 

expected! 

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“Life imprisonment!” Stephen repeated. 

Natalie was silent.. 

“Because the nature of her crimes was severe, there was no leniency.” 

“It was also because of your intervention, right?” Natalle looked at Stephen, feeling a myriad of emotions. 

Natalie was certain her uncle had also taken action. 

Stephen didn’t deny it. He said, “The suffering you experienced in the Johnson family, the dangers you 

faced time and time again… She was the cause of all of it.”