The Sweet Rival (Mango Shen and Nathaniel Ye) novel Chapter 404

Nathaniel could not figure out who else could have been involved in the incident five years ago.

After a short moment of silence, Mango took another look at the picture. Then, she said softly, "Perhaps I know who this person is."

"Who is it?"

Nathaniel asked nervously.

Mango looked at the picture for a moment longer before she replied, "Macy had told me that while Nanny Zhang was the mastermind, there was another person who was involved. It was her mother, Susie Zhong."

Over the years, Mango had had very little contact with Susie. However, upon returning to the country, Susie did cause her some troubles.

After Macy's death, Susie seemed to have disappeared as well. Overnight, the Chu family sold all their businesses in Ocean City. From then on, Susie was never seen again.

Mango had always thought that Susie went into hiding because she had suffered a tremendous blow from her daughter's death.

Now it did not seem to be the case.

Perhaps Susie blamed Mango for Macy’s death.

And she had been hiding in the shadows while she waited for an opportunity to take revenge.

Upon hearing Mango's analysis, Nathaniel called Thomas immediately.

"Send our men to find out everything about Susie Zhong, including all her activities in the open and in secret. I want to know if she is still in Ocean City."

"Yes, sir!"

Thomas didn't know why he was suddenly told to gather information on Susie Zhong, but he got right on it.

Mango was feeling rather despondent.

If it was indeed Susie who was behind all this, it would not be easy to deal with.

"I was negligent. I thought everything ended with Macy's death and overlooked the matter with Susie."

"Who would have thought of that? Besides, I' m only guessing. After all, not many people knew about what had happened. I think it's better that we ask Newell and Sisi about this too."

Mango's words dawned on Nathaniel.

Only those who were involved in the incident would know what happened five years ago.

Nathaniel was about to call them, but Mango stopped him, "It’s better for us to talk to them in person. It may not be safe to use the phone sometimes."

"You're right. By the way, you can’t stay at the casino forever. This place is too messed-up, you..."

Before Nathaniel could finish his words, Mango burst out a laugh.

"Are you going to give Walter trouble as long as I stay here?"

"Why? You can't bear to see that?"

Nathaniel sounded jealous.

Mango's smile widened.

"I have never thought of you as the jealous type. You know full well that there is nothing between Walter and me. Why do you keep fussing about it every day?"

"I just happen to detest that man. I'm pretty sure he still has feelings for you even though you don't think of his that way."

Rage churned inside of him as Nathaniel recalled searching frantically for Mango while Walter hid her in the casino.

Mango rubbed her temples wearily and said, "I'm a little tired. I'll leave you to handle the rest of the matter. I want to rest for a while."

"Perhaps it’s the cold. Let me give you a massage."

Nathaniel sat down beside Mango to rub her temples.

Mango leaned into Nathaniel's chest. His rhythmic breathing and the massage soon put her to sleep.

Mango hadn't been sleeping well at the casino. Even though Walter owned the place, she had to keep her guard up all the time in fear that something might befall her.

With Nathaniel by her side, she could finally let her guard down. As fatigue washed over her, Mango fell asleep quickly.

The exhausted look on Mango's face nearly broke Nathaniel's heart.

This woman was his wife. It was his duty to love and protect her, yet there she was, facing such a difficult situation.

He gently laid Mango down on the bed and tucked her in. As he stood up to leave, he could see Mango stirring and sat down again.

She seemed to lack a sense of security.

He had always thought of her as a cold-

hearted woman. Now he understood that all of it was just a facade.

Nathaniel eventually took off his shoes and climbed into bed. He held Mango tightly in his arms.

Once more, Mango sensed a familiar warmth and scent, and fell into an even deeper slumber.

Nathaniel frowned upon receiving a call from Thomas, then hung up quickly. After he'd put Mango down, he went to the balcony to return the call.

"What is it?"

"Mr. Ye, I have discovered the presence of several reporters. I am not sure if they are here for you."

Nathaniel frowned slightly.

"What else are they up to?"

"I am uncertain. Perhaps they are here because of your huge winnings earlier today."

"Or perhaps someone disclosed Mango's whereabouts and they are here for her. This won't do. She can't stay here any longer."

Nathaniel hung up the phone and hastened to wake Mango up.

"Mango, wake up."

"What's wrong?"

When Mango opened her eyes, she was a little at a loss.

It took her several moments to remember where she was.