The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming (Natalie and Marcus) novel Chapter 573

Natalie pulled Olivia up to the fifth floor and into her massive bedroom.

Even though she had not been home much lately, Charlotte had made sure the space was cleaned daily and kept fresh with a new bouquet of flowers every morning. She even had them rotate the types to brighten Natalie's mood whenever she returned.

"Alright, Olivia. Spill it. When did you start dating Mason?" Natalie asked as she dragged Olivia onto the bed.

She grabbed the remote, closed the blackout curtains, and randomly put on a movie in the background. "We haven't had a good catch-up in forever. Tonight, we're making up for it."

"But before we dive into me and Mason, what's going on with you and Marcus?" Olivia asked as she leaned back against the headboard with a mischievous smirk.

"I still can't believe you two ended up together. That jerk was awful to you in the beginning—and let's not forget he literally called off the engagement. So, has he proposed again or not?"

Natalie tapped her forehead. "I didn't even think about that. There's been way too much going on, one thing after another, and none of it has been the kind of stuff that makes you feel good."

She continued, "And honestly, it's kinda my fault. I got drunk and started getting handsy with Marcus. You know that face of his—it's hard to resist touching. And let's be real, his body isn't too bad either. But no, I haven't slept with him yet."

She grabbed a bar of chocolate, unwrapped it, and broke off a piece for Olivia. "Here, try this. It's a really good brand."

Olivia grinned. "I know. Your brothers literally bought them and gifted them to you."

"I wish I had a brother like that," she added with a sigh. "But hey, I still managed to land Mason. Even if I'm a little older than him. Actually, I'm older than you too."

Olivia let out a breathy laugh. "Honestly, I had a little crush on Lincoln at first—but not in a romantic way, I swear. You know how he is; a top-tier celebrity, crazy talented, ridiculously good-looking. I'm a model, but I've always admired people who are driven and accomplished.

"So naturally, I was drawn to Lincoln, but more in a 'fangirl respects the icon' kind of way. As for how Mason and I started... Do you remember your welcome party—the big family one?"

Natalie nodded. "Yeah, I remember." Her eyes widened as she gasped in disbelief. "Did you guys start even back then? Olivia! Do I even know you? You sneaky little thing! So you've been hiding this from me the whole damn time?"

Olivia giggled and reached over to cover Natalie's mouth. "Calm down! A lady shouldn't speak like that! I mean, it all started because I got a little handsy too... I touched Mason's abs."

Natalie peeled Olivia's hand off her mouth and gave her a knowing look. "And that's when you discovered... athletes hit different, huh?"

Olivia covered her face with both hands. "Yeah. That's exactly when. I couldn't help it."

Natalie paused, blinking. She thought that line sounded way too familiar. Curious, she asked, "So... where are you and Mason at now?"

Olivia's cheeks flushed a deep red. "Probably about where you and Marcus are. Mason and I have been sneaking around, and honestly, it's been kind of thrilling."

"Huh?" Natalie leaned in. "How thrilling are we talking?"

"Natalie, come on. We've been best friends since we were little, but are you sure you wanna get into my dating details? I mean, my boyfriend is literally your own brother!"

Natalie lifted a brow. "Oh, then I guess I'll just cut him out of my life starting tomorrow. Stranger danger and all."

Olivia was rendered speechless. She thought, "Forget it. Natalie is ruthless, way more ruthless than anyone else. After knowing her for so many years, I really should've seen it coming."

Meanwhile, Natalie kept going. "And Olivia, you're the one who said it was something thrilling. You got me all curious, then turn around and say it's private? Seriously, you think that's how normal people talk?"