The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming (Natalie and Marcus) novel Chapter 110

Natalie withdrew her gaze and looked away, but Marcus continued to stare at her.

He sat before the small table. Given his tall stature and long legs, the table was clearly not designed for someone like him, making his posture while dining somewhat uncomfortable.

But at a time like this, having someone bring him food was already considered a blessing. Beggars couldn't be choosers, after all.

Natalie was still disguised in her male persona. Her good-looking face had been intentionally darkened slightly with the use of makeup, but her delicate facial features remained unaffected. Even all that makeup couldn't diminish her beauty.

The neatly trimmed short hair was casually combed, and a few strands of hair naturally fell over her eyes as she lowered her head.

From Marcus' angle, he could clearly see her defined facial contours and her delicate, high-bridged nose. Her pretty lips, unmarked by lipstick, were slightly pursed. It made her look somewhat indifferent and stern.

Natalie was dressed in a black tracksuit that concealed her figure. She had intentionally made herself appear taller, which also made her seem even slimmer.

Marcus' gaze unknowingly drifted to her chest. She had bound herself, but he had already seen the real thing when he had helped her remove the acupuncture needles before.

He had always kept his distance from women and never spared them much attention. In fact, he was known for his abstinence and indifference.

Yet, after one glance, he found himself constantly recalling that particular moment.

Marcus held his fork, but as he resumed eating, he suddenly found the food to be tasteless.

Natalie had no idea what he was thinking. She was focused on her phone and checking news about the Langleys in Amberton.

Olivia had mentioned that someone was targeting the Langleys and Langley Group, but for some reason, they hadn't dealt a fatal blow.

Victor was incompetent and arrogant, believing that Langley Group's success in Amberton was his own achievement. The reality was that it was thanks to the foundation Grace had built in its early years.

Later on, Grace took Natalie under her wing, teaching her business skills from a young age. As she grew older, she displayed a natural talent for business, prompting Grace to confidently transfer her shares to her.

After that, she instructed Natalie to secretly support Langley Group and ensure it wouldn't collapse.

Before Grace became mentally handicapped due to the accident that saved Natalie, she told her that Victor and Diana were unreliable. Langley Group was her lifelong effort, and as long as those two didn't destroy the company, the dividends from the shares alone would allow them to live comfortably.

By transferring the majority of the company's share to Natalie, Grace ensured that even if Victor made irrational decisions, Natalie would have the power to overrule him.

Grace had also said the shares weren't just a foothold for Natalie to establish herself in the company. They were also meant as her wedding gift.

Since the Langleys had become the richest family in Amberton, future marriages would have to inevitably involve business alliances. They would join forces with strong partners rather than dole out "charity" marriages.

No matter how much a couple loved each other, if they weren't well-matched in status, then the weaker party would likely suffer after getting married.

Plus, Grace couldn't bear to see Natalie suffer.

Now that Grace's mental capabilities were that of a six-year-old, she no longer remembered any of these conversations. Her thoughts had become much simpler—whoever was good-looking, powerful, and capable of protecting Natalie was good enough.

And among all the potential candidates, she had singled out Marcus.

While reviewing the report sent by Victor's assistant, Natalie pondered over Grace's words.

At this moment, she sensed something amiss. She suddenly lifted her gaze, only to catch Marcus staring at her before he could avert his gaze elsewhere.

However, he remained calm and nodded slightly at her. "Mr. Langley, I'm done eating. I'll have to trouble you to take the lunch boxes back."

He sounded polite and courteous as he said that. Marcus carefully packed up the tiers and handed the box to Natalie as he stood up.

"Thanks, I appreciate it," he added.