The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 105 Keep It a Secret "I've seen the room, but I won't be staying at the Walker residence for the next three months," Natalie informed them. She took a quick glance around the bedroom on the fifth floor.

Honestly, she couldn't live in such a large room by herself.

Although the room wasn't extravagantly decorated, it exuded warmth and understated luxury with its ambiance. Once Natalie had confirmed that Grace was safe, she would return to Holden Residence. After all, Charles' illness still required her treatment.

"Even though I'm your daughter, I've told you before that I don't want you to make a big deal out of it. It would be best if no one knows I'm the Walker family's biological daughter." "Why, Nat?" Charlotte asked, feeling a little saddened. She had planned to host a banquet to introduce her daughter to the entirety of Dithoria State.

"There's no reason. I simply don't want to," Natalie replied indifferently. She also didn't want to explain further to Charlotte.

Although Charlotte was her biological mother, it had taken 20 years for them to know about this. Natalie also wasn't the kind of person who warmed up easily to others.

On the contrary, she was slow to warm up to someone and hard to approach. It took tfor her to consider others as part of her true inner circle.

"Grandma, do you want to stay at the Walker residence or cwith me?" Natalie turned around and took Grace's hand from Sky's to support her.

Grace glanced at Charlotte, Natalie, then at William and the Walker family's sons.

She liked good-looking people, whether they were men, women, or children. As long as they were beautiful, handsome, or attractive, she liked them all.

During the journey here with Charlotte, Grace was well cared for and treated with respect and thoughtfulness. These were things she had never received from her son, Victor, or her daughter-in-law, Diana.

She was an elderly woman, but because her mental capabilities were not fully matured, she subconsciously relied on whoever treated her well.

While Grace was at Cedar Hill Nursing Home, Natalie could only visit her every few days. She would accompany Grace while talking to her and showering her.

Although Sarah was meticulous in caring for her, Grace still preferred a lively atmosphere and her own freedom. The small space in the nursing hcouldn't compare to the vast estate of the Walker residence. After a long while, Grace finally said to Natalie, "Nattie, I want to stay here." Natalie was hesitant about the idea. Leaving Grace here would mean she eventually had to return to the Walkers.

"Don't worry, Nattie. We have already retired and will take good care of Mrs. Langley Senior," Charlotte immediately said when she saw Natalie's hesitation.

"Yeah! Nattie, don't worry. We will definitely take good care of Mrs. Langley Senior," William added.

He spoke up to persuade her. "Didn't you just say you had things to do and won't be staying at hfor the next three months? This is perfect, then. We'll help care for Mrs. Langley Senior, and you can focus on your own matters without worries.

"Hector is a doctor, and the medical facilities in Dithoria State are obviously much better than in a small place like Amberton. The residence also has a small infirmary complete with emergency medical equipment.

"Of course, we do not wish any illness to befall Mrs. Langley Senior. We're just saying that the conditions here are definitely better." Grace then pulled at Natalie's hand and softly begged, "Nattie, I want to stay here. There's a big garden and a swimming pool. It's very beautiful." "Alright. Grandma, you stay here, and I'll cvisit you every few days," Natalie agreed. The Walkers had compensated her, after all, so they wouldn't mistreat Grace either.

Natalie added, "I still have something to do. I'll take my leave first." "Don't reveal to others that I'm the Walker family's biological daughter, even if our relationship improves." She didn't forget to remind them one more tabout this issue.

Charlotte wanted to ask why, but William stopped her and shook his head at her.

Their daughter wasn't ready to open up to them yet, so they shouldn't rush her.

There would be plenty of tin the future. One day, Natalie would call them "Mom and Dad" of her own will. "Mason, can you givea ride?" Natalie turned to look at Mason. She still held the crystal ball he had given her. "Of course I can." As he was singled out, Mason had a grin so wide that his teeth were on full display. "Wherever you need to go, I'll take you." "Just to the gates. My friend is waiting forthere." She turned to Grace, hugging her. "Grandma, I have to take care of something first. I'll cback to see you once I'm done." Grace had gotten used to Natalie being busy. While she did feel disappointed about it, she felt more heartbroken than anything else.

"Nattie, make sure you rest and take care of yourself. Don't let yourself get sick," Grace said.

"I will. Don't worry." Natalie let go of Grace and turned to Charlotte. "Then... I'll have to trouble you." "Nattie, you've already acknowledged Mason. Call'Mom,' won't you?" Natalie hesitated for a moment. The word "Mom" rose up in her throat several times, but she couldn't bring herself to say it. Finally, she softly uttered, "Mother." Charlotte was momentarily stunned, and she couldn't help but hug her tightly. Calling her "Mother" was good enough! That was fine! If Natalie could call her "Mother", then calling her "Mom" wouldn't be too far off, right? Natalie, who was hugged tightly again, felt her body stiffen up awkwardly. Her originally emotionless expression now revealed scracks in her composure.

Since she was young, Diana hadn't liked her and never hugged her like this. Grace often hugged her like this, but not with such unrestrained enthusiasm like Charlotte.

When he saw Natalie's discomfort, Mason braved the risk of getting reprimanded rescue her and stepped forward to rescue her. "Mom, Nat can hardly breathe! Give her stto adjust. Don't scare her." Mason pulled Natalie behind him and turned to wink at her. His gaze seemed to say, "Don't be afraid. I'll protect you." Natalie was stunned for a moment. She felt an indescribable sensation-one that was both bittersweet and carried warmth.

The reason why she didn't want others to know she was the Walker m family's biological daughter was because she didn't plan on staying. What she was doing right now was just to ease up Grace's worries and reassure her.

But Mason's crystal ball and his protective actions allowed her t experience, for the first time, what it felt like to have a brother's care and love. She couldn't help but marvel at this new feeling. "I'll send you out." When he saw Natalie's slightly dazed look, Mason couldn't help but laugh. Her somewhat silly appearance suddenly beceven more endearing to him.

Of course, it also made him feel more heartbroken.

"Let's go." Mason grabbed her wrist and led her out of the fifth-floor room.

Once in the elevator, Mason looked at his reflection alongside his sister's. "Nat, can I give you a hug? I swear - since that dream I had as a kid, I haven't hugged Emma even once.

"The one who dotes on Emma the most in the family is Sky. You could say he's somewhat of a father figure to her." Mason pursed his lips and glanced up at the elevator camera. He then typed something on his phone and showed it to Natalie.

Natalie looked at it and saw the words on the screen that read, "Nat, you're right to keep your identity a secret and remain low-profile. Also, be cautious around Sky in the future."