The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming (Natalie and Marcus) novel Chapter 297

William's question was more of a command than an inquiry. Even though Sky was in pain and filled with anger, he didn't dare speak up.

"To answer you, Father, I have no objections," Sky muttered, his head hanging low. His voice barely escaped his throat.

"Good." William was about to speak again when there was a knock on the door—three quick taps. Natalie and Mason, now dressed more casually, appeared in the doorway.

"Dad, may we come in?" Natalie asked.

"Father, we're entering now," Mason announced cheerfully.

"Come in!" William's stern expression softened the moment he saw Natalie. He had been upset with her cautious approach earlier, and it had tugged at his heart.

Natalie should be full of life and confidence, not constantly looking over her shoulder in her own home because of the scars the Langleys had left on her.

"Come here, Nat." William's voice was soft and gentle, as though afraid a louder word might scare Natalie.

Natalie pulled Mason along, and they quickly made their way to William. Mason didn't show any jealousy, but instead, he was happy.

Both their parents had seen through the lies of Emma and Sky. They loved their daughter, and that was why she could feel secure staying at home.

Even if it meant William had to deal with Sky for her sake, Mason wouldn't mind.

"Natalie, I've spoken to Lincoln, Timothy, and Hector. We've decided to put Sky on a long leave. Lincoln will handle the company's affairs for now. When Lincoln and Timothy have time, they'll assist him.

"And the matter of investigating Emma's biological parents was entrusted to Sky, but since he's on leave now, I want to assign it to you. It's up to you whether you want to take it on."

William looked at Natalie with affection. "It's okay if you're not up for it. I'll get someone else to do it.

"After all, we've raised Emma for 20 years. Helping her find her biological parents would be the last thing we do for her. Once she's with her real parents, she'll finally stop trying to cling to the Walker family. Nat, do you understand what I mean?"

Natalie nodded. "Yes, Dad. I understand. I'll take it on."

She turned her gaze toward Sky, still kneeling on the floor. His head was down, his fists clenched tightly by his sides. Though he seemed to want to say something, he didn't look up or speak.

William looked toward his sons. "Lincoln, Hector, Timothy, do you have any objections?"

The trio answered in unison, "No, Father. We have no objections."

"I have an objection," Mason said, standing beside Natalie, raising his hand high. "I want to accompany Nat in investigating Emma's biological parents. I don't feel comfortable letting her do it alone.

William waved his hand. "Fine, you can go with her."

"Thank you, Father!" Mason's excitement was clear.

William chuckled. He had purposely not told Mason to go to the company, waiting for him to bring it up on his own. As expected, Mason didn't disappoint him.

"I've also told Lincoln and the others that if there's a suitable project at the company, you and Natalie should get involved to gain some experience," William said, looking at Mason.

He added, "But since you and Natalie are both still students, once school starts, you won't have as much time. That's why you should focus on investigating Emma's parents now while you have the chance. The sooner you find them and hand them over, the less trouble it'll cause down the road.

"We originally planned to give Emma a sum of money, but because of how she insulted Natalie and even tried to harm her, your mother and I decided not to offer her any of the Walker family's resources.