The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming (Natalie and Marcus) novel Chapter 77

Natalie, with her andingmous features and Nathaniel’s rich, resonant male voice, faced Marcus head–on, het toe steady and composed 

Since Marcus showed no intention of exposing her as Natalie, she saw no need to reveal her identity, choosing to remain Nathaniel in this exchange. 

“Mr. Holden, I truly need your help, “Natalie said earnestly, “Tim sincerely asking for your assistance.” 

She emphasized her plea, her tone unwavering Marcus‘ roprevion, Initially unreadable, shifted to calm indifference. He gave aslight mod “Alright” 

“Then I must thank you in advance, Mr. Holden “Natalie pressedlier lips trigether, suppressing the urgeerlabhling within as she turned her attention back to her tablet. neouring for information on the mignati Walker family of Duthoria State: 

The family had always been cloaked in mystery, its affalis kept meticukmaly private. Hours of research yielded only one notable figure–Lincoln Walker. 

Lincoln’s Fame stemmed mom his status samme star. He was arguably the brightest in the entertainment industry. In three short years, he had headlined three blockbuster dramas, each achieving revend–breaking viewership. His meteoric rise brought in tens of millions of fans, with his following now exceeding to millian 

At 6’2“, Lincoln was the epitome of masculine allore His sharp eyebrows, chiseled features, and piercing eyes made for a striking visage, while his soul gaze seemed to hold an 

herent depth of emotion 

Lincoln’s career had been scandal–tree, an extraordinary feat in the entertainment world. Any attempt to stir dating tumors was met with immediate, unequivocal denial. His devoted fanbase was equally relentless, sweatly dismantling any gossip and forcing detractors into public apologies. 

Interestingly, Lincoln’s off–screen habits stoked curiosity He often bought items tailored to women’s tastes during his travels, furling speculations about a secret girlfriend. Yet, despite the rendesserts of the paparazzi, no trace of this serious partner had ever surfaced. 

As Natale examined Lincoln’s photo, she couldn’t help but notice an uncanny resemblance between his features and her malediguse. 

Lincoln is Aunt Charlene’s second son,” Macus remarked, glancing at her screen. 

Heconnued, “She has five sons and one daughter.” 

“You met the daughter, Emma not long ago.” 

“Yes, your fiance” Natalie replied coolly 

Aflickeret imation coed Marcus lace. He had no attachment to Emma and hadn’t yet found the opportunity to end the engagement, especially after Charlotte’s abrupt and force actions ding Grace 

“stes. Walker and her husband must have an excellent relationship,” Natale remarked, hero ng “Having six children? Mrs. Walker’s physical health must be remarkable.” Marcus was speechless, he silently thought, “ts this woman serious? I’m dealing the Walkers family structure, and her take was Charlotte’s childbearing staminal Natale didn’t do on his silence, instead closing her eyes briefly to centers. Whether or not Charlotte was het biological mother. Natalie couldn’t forge herba methods in taking draceway 

“Str. Holden,” she said, her voice steady as she put down her tablet. May ask you something? 

“Emma in your fiancée, and Mrs. Walker would then be your future mother–in–lose were to have a conflict with them, would helping me put you in a difficult position? Marcus genoeply. “Emma, a fiancée? Hardly. He was already preparing to end that arrangement 

As for Charlotte, while he addressed her as Aunt Charlotte and acknowledged her as his mother’s old friend, his mother had been away from Duhoria State for years. Whateve connection once existed between the two women had likely faded over time. 

“Mr. Holden, I’ve thought it over, asking for your help as a mistake I shouldn’t drag you in this or put you in a difficult position. Once you drop me off in Ditoria State, just leave me there. take a tad to meet ex. Walker myself,” Natalie saidtimly 

She had initudy sought Marcus” assistance but quickly regretted Grace’s constant peseta punue Marcus going so far as to suggest drastic measures the seduction or even sping his drink, weighed howly on her mind. If Grace mere to see them together, she might act on her inspulsive, misguided ideas Natale couldn’t it that happen. Marcus pinched the bridge of his nose and sighed. “Are you always than fickle, even as a man? 

“Then call me fickk, Mr. Halden!” Natalie shot hack, deliberately keeping her distance. “And next time, don’t spy on my every move.” 

Marcus raised an eyebrow. He hadn’t been spying–he’d merely placed by accident. 

“This is like feeding adog that bites you“, he thought barely “She doesn’t appreciate a good deed when it’s done for her.” 

“Since Me Langley no linger needs my help, I naturally won’t get imehed,” Maccus said indifferently before closing his eyes 

“Elijah, pull over up ahead,” he ordered. 

“Yes, sur,” Elijah replied. 

The car showed to stop at the roadside. Macus stepped out without a word, striding toward another vehicle parked ahead, Charles‘ car. Once there, be motioned for the bodyguard in the front passenger seat to get out, and he took the seat for himmel. 

The bodyguard didn’t return to Natalie’s car, instead moving to yet another vehicle in the convoy. The reshuffling took only a few minutes, and soon all the cars were back on the 

Natale didn’t comment on Marcus‘ behavior the only noted that with him gone, the oppressive tension that had filled the car vanished. 

Finally able to breathe freely, Natalie felt more at ease. Concerned to Grace, she pickedupher phone and initiated video call 

The ralcocted quickly, and Grace’s war, amihar face appeared on the scree