Natalie's POV
"Mum, I'm home!" I exclaimed with a rush of excitement as I entered the house, but the sight that met my eyes was the last thing I expected. There, in my living room, sat Derrick's mother, her legs crossed, and her gaze bore into me with a fierceness that sent shivers down my spine. Then, she glanced around my home, her disdain apparent, as if she regarded it as some wretched dungeon.
I remained rooted to the spot, staring in sheer disbelief.
Why was Derrick's mother here? What did she want from me? Did Derrick have any knowledge of this? Was this some sort of scheme to intimidate me? A whirlwind of thoughts raced through my mind, leaving me dazed and bewildered.
"Natalie, Natalie..." My mum's voice called out, and she gently shook me, pulling me from my reverie.
"I didn
