The Sweet Rival (Mango Shen and Nathaniel Ye)

Chapter 405

"Susie Zhong? What do you mean?"

Sisi realized something was amiss.

Mango told them about the pictures.

Newell immediately thought of something, "I think I know where Susie is hiding. I heard that she used to have a lover who worked in a casino."

What Newell said reminded Nathaniel of the reporters showing up at the casino earlier.

"Ruby Taco Casino?"

"That's right!"

Newell was slightly surprised. He didn't expect Nathaniel to know which casino it was.

The same realization crossed Mango's mind too.

"I see, then those reporters earlier were indeed after me. If I had not left..."

Nathaniel held her hand and said, "Well, I was there for you, wasn't I? I am your lucky star."

Mango rolled her eyes at his shameless attempt at self-praising.

"Thomas, send someone to get Susie's lover.

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Nathaniel would not miss the chance to retaliate.

Newell gave the lover's address to Thomas, who acted upon it without further delay.

Nathaniel was more or less relieved that the truth had unravelled further.

"Would you like to get some rest? You have yet to recover from your cold and it has been a long day. Go get some rest. I will wake you when it's dinnertime. You are safe here in our home. You can sleep till your heart's content."

Mango was a little surprised by Nathaniel’s words, but she had to admit that no one understood her as well as Nathaniel did.

Mango nodded in agreement and went upstairs.

"Sisi, make some chicken soup for Madam. She hasn't eaten well during her time away from home."

"Yes, Mr. Ye."

Sisi and Newell left.

With nothing else afoot, Nathaniel accompanied Mango in bed. Mango tried pushing him away, but to no avail. Her face turned hot in embarrassment, but she could do nothing about him.

When Thomas and his men arrived at Ruby Taco Casino, Susie's lover could no longer be found. The reporters had also left without a trace.

The casino's staff saw Thomas and thought that Nathaniel had come again. He quickly informed Thomas, "Mr. Song is still at the firm. I’m afraid that he will not be back today. Mr Ye should leave."

Thomas didn't offer any explanation and left the casino quickly. He rushed to the address provided by Newell, but there was no one at home.

The house was in a disarray and looked like someone packed in a hurry and left.

Thomas called Nathaniel immediately.

"Mr. Ye, John Wang has run away. His home is in a mess and he's not at the casino either."

"Okay."

Nathaniel was somewhat dissatisfied with the outcome, but there’s nothing he could do about it. Perhaps he could learn more about John Wang from Walter.

Mango was still sound asleep. Being back in her own home had put her at ease.

Nathaniel sent someone to watch over Mango, while he and Thomas drove to the auction house.

Walter was stuck in a bidding war with Nick. If it continued further, it would no longer be profitable for Walter to win, but he couldn't bear to accept defeat.

Walter could kill Nathaniel for plotting all this.

"He is abominable!"

Nathaniel had become more devious and unscrupulous.

During a break in the auction, Walter had just sat down for some refreshments when Nathaniel appeared suddenly and dragged him outside by his collar.

"Hey! Are you looking to start a fight, Nathaniel?"

Walter could feel rage coursing through his veins.

If Walter was not blinded by rage, he might have given consideration to his chances of winning a fight with Nathaniel.

Nathaniel, however, was in no mood for a fight and handed Walter a cup of coffee. Walter was dumbfounded by his gesture.

"Did you drug the coffee?"

"You don't get to die so easily. Drink up to refresh yourself. I have something to ask you."

Nathaniel lit a cigarette.

Walter sneered, "What makes you think I will give you answers?"

"The matter concerns Mango. Reporters found out she was staying at your casino. They went there earlier."

Walter was stunned by what he had heard and became nervous.

"What do you mean?"

"Someone had found out that Mango was staying at your casino and informed the reporters."

"That is impossible!"

Walter was taken by surprise, but still replied confidently.

Nathaniel looked at him coldly and said, "You can call the casino to verify."

Walter figured Nathaniel must be trying to deceive him again. He called the casino immediately. Walter was dumbfounded by what he heard over the phone.

"How could this be?"

"Do you know who is John Wang?"

"Yes, he is a senior croupier at my casino. Why?"

Walter didn't expect Nathaniel to ask about a staff in his casino.

"I want everything you have on this man."

Nathaniel's words dawned on Walter.

"Are you trying to tell me that the person who sold Mango out is Wang Jun?"

"You’re not as dumb as I thought!"

Nathaniel glanced at him with contempt.

Walter suddenly realized something was amiss.

"Wait, how did you know that Mango was staying at my casino?"

"Why else would I visit your crappy casino every day? If it weren't for my wife, do you think I'll be interested?"

Walter felt a flash of irritation.

"You meant to say that your visits to the other casinos were just a cover? You deliberately plot to scam me of my money?"

"Of course! That’s the price you pay for hiding my wife! I have been lenient on account of my wife, otherwise, I would have bankrupted your casino."

"Nathaniel Ye!"

Walter was about to hit Nathaniel when he heard him say, "Make sure you can win before you start a fight with me. I do not want to be a bully."

"You..." "Don' t forget to give me John Wang's information. I want everything you have on him, including his lovers, his favourite spots... Nothing is insignificant."

Nathaniel left and ignored Walter, who was burning in rage all by himself.

Walter shouted at Nathaniel's back, "Tell your brother to stop this bidding war and I promise to give you everything on John Wang."

"I am no longer the CEO of HY Group and do not take part in their decisions. Either you give me John Wang's information, or you watch Mango get in trouble. It's up to you."

Nathaniel did not linger further after that.

Walter felt cornered, and it almost drove him crazy.

Could he just stand by and watch something bad happen to Mango?

He couldn't!

That was why he helped Mango hide in his casino and offended Nathaniel in the process.

Nathaniel had clearly figured out all his moves, and he had no bargaining chips left.

Walter kicked at the chair next to him, but hit his toes with it. He grimaced in pain.

He had never won against Nathaniel.

Outside the auction house, Thomas walked quickly up to Nathaniel.

"Mr. Ye, Madam Ye called to say that there are some issues at the Ye's Mansion and asked you not to go back for the time being."

"What happened?"

Nathaniel felt a headache coming on.

Thomas said in a low voice, "Madam Ye didn't explain. So, I asked our men to find out. Looks like Madam Hans and Andrea have come to propose a marriage."

"What?"

Nathaniel thought he had heard wrong.

Thomas nodded.

This was hilarious.

The rumour that Andrea had climbed into bed with Nathaniel had yet to be over. To add fuel to fire, Madam Hans was proposing marriage for the two youngsters.

Madam Hans' eagerness to propose a marriage came as a shock, especially since Nathaniel and Mango had not finalized their divorce.

Nathaniel's expression suddenly changed.

"Have the Hans family lost their mind?"

"I don't know, but Mr. Hans is probably not aware of the marriage proposal."

Thomas's information was rather comprehensive.

Nathaniel said coldly, "It doesn't matter whether he knows it or not. Madam Hans’ actions represent the Hans family. They are a shameless lot."

Terrance Hans had warned of it previously. Nathaniel had thought Madam Hans couldn't do something so shameless. Turned out, Terrance was right.

"Don't tell Madam about the marriage proposal. I'll make a trip back to the Ye’s Mansion. Meantime, you go back to the villa and tell Madam that I have something to deal with and will return later. Tell her to go ahead and have dinner without me."

Thomas was shocked by Nathaniel’s words.

"Madam Ye told you not to go back to the Ye’s Mansion. Won't you get into trouble if you do? You should keep your distance to avoid further misunderstanding."

"Trouble? Misunderstanding? I can’t hide from this forever. Even if I don’t deal with it today, Madam Hans will return again tomorrow. They are proposing marriage to me and not my mother. Thus, it’s better that I handle it."

Nathaniel realized that Andrea would not give up on him so easily.

She had tried many ways to plot against him and Mango. She might also be involved in the recent incident with the pictures. In order to find out if she was working with Susie Zhong, he must approach her himself.

Thomas did not know what Nathaniel was contemplating, but he nodded in agreement.

"Ask Rainie to accompany Mango whenever she's free. I may be busy in the next few days."

"Yes sir!"

Thomas drove Nathaniel back to the Ye's Mansion.

When Nathaniel saw the reporters at the door, he couldn't help but sneer.

Did the Hans family think that the reporters were working for them? Or perhaps it was Andrea's idea?

It would not be easy to force Nathaniel into submission, even with the help of media influence.

The minute Nathaniel got out of his car, the reporters surrounded him. Everyone was eager to get first-hand news.