The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 235 A Gaze Poisoned with Malice William listened carefully to Natalie's words. After a long moment, he nodded.

"Nat, your mother and I have already missed 20 years of your life. Now that you're back, we won't let anyone step over you. Not even Emma, whom we raised for 20 years." His firm and unwavering words stirred something deep within her, making her eyes involuntarily redden.

When Selena returned, the Langleys drove Natalie out without hesitation. At the time, she envied Selena for having parents who loved her unconditionally.

The first tshe cto the Walker family, Charlotte refused to let her in. Instead, she focused on comforting a heartbroken Emma, devastated by her broken engagement with Marcus. That night, she had decided she would never acknowledge Charlotte as her mother.

But at spoint, she started to feel the warmth of parental love from Charlotte and William.

She couldn't pinpoint exactly when it happened, but she clearly remembered Mason's words and the crystal ball he gave her when they first met. That was the first tshe had felt genuine brotherly affection.

Charlotte and William repeatedly used their actions to show her they truly wanted to make it up to her.

From the start, Natalie never intended to drive Emma away, even though she had sensed Emma's veiled hostility and resentment.

She had no desire to retaliate against a fake heiress like Selena had, as long as Emma didn't provoke her.

But when she first arrived at the Walker family, Emma packed her bags and went on a trip. Was it really just to get over her broken engagement? That was only part of it. It was also a protest to determine whether she or Natalie held more importance in Charlotte and William's hearts.

However, the answer clearly dissatisfied Emma.

That was why she had instructed Cindy to keep her updated on everything happening at the Walker residence and even encouraged her to speak disrespectfully to Natalie.

Emma's goal had always been to overshadow Natalie-to make it clear that even though Emma was the impostor, she would still be the one most cherished in the Walker family.

But once again, she had miscalculated.

William was even more decisive and ruthless than Lincoln.

Lincoln had been willing to keep Emma for Sky's sake. But to William, Sky's opinion was worthless.

That was why, after seeing Emma attempt suicide, Sky had rushed upstairs to bring Natalie down-because he knew William would listen to her.

If she could see through it, William undoubtedly could as well.

No matter how things turned out, at least William had clarified that Natalie's place in the Walker family was unquestionably above Emma's.

That alone was enough for her.

Since Natalie wanted to collect the favor Sky owed her, William had no objections. Still, he would make sure someone kept an eye on Emma.

Even though he had raised her, and she had always been outstanding, her recent behavior had been disappointing.

"Nat, don't let Sky guilt-trip you into compromising. But if this is what you want, I'll support you.

"Your mother is still in Amberton but will be back before the welcparty. You have to believe us your mother and I truly had no idea we had raised the wrong child," Willan said.

William lowered his voice and glanced toward the kitchen. His eyes flickered with irritation before softening again when he turned back to Natalie. "We're grateful to the heavens for bringing you back to us. Whatever you want to do, we'll support you." "Thank you, Dad," Natalie said, her voice gentler than before. "I'll go talk to Sky now." "Go ahead." Natalie stood up and adjusted her shawl as she walked to the kitchen door. After glancing at Emma, who was pale from blood loss, she looked at Hector-who was trying to reason with her-and Sky, who looked genuinely concerned.

Then, she spoke with a soft sigh. "Sky, tell Emma she doesn't have to leave. Have her hand over the knife, let Hector treat her wound, and then take her to the hospital." "Alright. Nat, thank you," Sky said, relief washing over his expression as his shoulders relaxed.

"Emma, did you hear that? Dad isn't making you leave anymore. Con. Givethe knife." Emma stared blankly at Natalie for a moment before suddenly laughing. Then, she handed the knife to Sky and thanked Natalie. "Natalie, thank you. Thank you very much." Natalie merely nodded slightly in acknowledgment. "Don't do this to yourself again. It's your own body. You're the one who feels the pain. It doesn't affect anyone else." Upon hearing Natalie's advice, Emma obediently nodded. "I understand. Thank you, Nat." Hearing Emma call her "Nat" made Natalie feel like she had swallowed a fly, but she didn't bother correcting Emma.

Right now, the priority was stopping the bleeding.

With the knife out of the way, Hector immediately stepped in to treat her wound Sky called for someone to bring the medical kit, watching anxiously as the wound was cleaned and bandaged.

Not far away, William stood from the couch. "I'm going to pick up your mother.

Stay home, and don't cause trouble these two days while I'm gone.

The Walker brothers responded in unison, "Yes, Father." Natalie, however, remained silent because she knew William's warning wasn't directed at her.

"Nattie, I'll be back with your mother soon." "Alright. Safe travels, Dad." "Mm. Don't worry." He smiled warmly, pleased by her concern.

With that, he turned and left.

As soon as he was gone, the suffocating pressure in the villa eased slightly.

Natalie stifled a yawn and signaled to Olivia that it was tto go.

"Sky, Hector, Mason, I'm heading to bed," she said.

"Alright. Goodnight." "Nat, thank you for today." For the first time, Sky was sincerely grateful to her.

"You're welcome, Sky. Just don't forget your promise Natale replied indifferently. "Olivia, let's go."

"Coming!" Olivia quickly ran over and linked arms with hexas they entered e the elevator. Just before the doors closed, Natalie caught Emma staring at her.

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