Chapter 553 Unexpected for Him to Appear Here Now 

When Clyde returned, he saw Cedric standing in the courtyard, seemingly hesitant to leave! 

Clyde frowned and glanced inside instinctively. His fists clenched as he approached. 

The moment the two stood together, an air of tension enveloped them. 

Clyde remarked, “I didn’t think it would be possible for you to be here at this time!” 

What was happening in Wexford? 

Since Stephen had completely pulled out of there last time, Natalie hadn’t been involved or informed about the situation. 

But Clyde knew. He understood the significance of Wexford for Cedric and Irwin right now. Given the circumstances, one would expect Cedric and Irwin to be fully engrossed there. 

Yet here Cedric was, seemingly splitting his attention. 

Looking at Clyde, Cedric noticed the striking resemblance between him and Natalie. A complex emotion flashed in Cedric’s eyes. In the previous life, he had been unaware that Natalie and Clyde were siblings. 

A closer look would have revealed their similarities. If he had done that…! z 

In fact, if Cedric had returned to Wexford and met Clyde in his past life, he would have known that Natalie had a family in this world after all. 

“I underestimated you. You managed to disentangle yourself quite effectively,” 

Cedric was talking about Clyde’s involvement in Wexford. If Clyde hadn’t been skilled, the situation in Wexford would undoubtedly have been critical for him. 

“In life, as the map of importance expands, sacrifices are inevitable,” Clyde replied calmly and mysteriously. 

Cedric looked at Clyde, trying to discern the meaning behind his words. 

Sacrifice? What was Clyde implying? 

Before Cedric could respond, Clyde added, “Yet in your world, it seems there’s little you’re willing to sacrifice.” 

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“For example… Kayla.” 

Kayla? That was right! 

Though the 

standing between them. 

Cedric pursed his lips and glared at Clyde. 

Clyde didn’t intend to engage with Cedric any longer. He turned to head inside but threw over his shoulder, “I advise you to return soon. Wexford’s situation is far from stable.” 

Cedric’s unexpected appearance here, especially at such a critical juncture, highlighted Natalie’s unique importance in his heart. 

But what did it matter? 

If one couldn’t attain what was most crucial, the inevitable outcome was merely pain. 

When it came to Cedric, Natalie had endured enough pain. 

Thus, to the members of the Jarvis family, Cedric’s current demeanor seems utterly pointless! 

When Clyde entered the room, Natalie was lying gracefully on a chaise longue, appearing outwardly calm. 

No one could discern the turmoil in her heart right now. 

Clyde approached her and said, “I didn’t expect him to come looking for you at this time.” 

Natalie responded flatly, “Even if it was unexpected, what of it?” 

They were truly siblings! 

Her reply mirrored Clyde’s earlier sentiment towards Cedric. 

Indeed, no matter how unexpected or rare the occurrence was, what did it matter? Cedric and Natalie’s relationship now seemed to be devoid of anything but pain!