The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 110 Charles Supports Him Pursuing Nathaniel Natalie withdrew her gaze and looked away, but Marcus continued to stare at her.

He sat before the small table. Given his tall stature and long legs, the table was clearly not designed for someone like him, making his posture while dining somewhat uncomfortable.

But at a tlike this, having someone bring him food was already considered a blessing. Beggars couldn't be choosers, after all.

Natalie was still disguised in her male persona. Her good-looking face had been intentionally darkened slightly with the use of makeup, but her delicate facial features remained unaffected. Even all that makeup couldn't diminish her beauty.

The neatly trimmed short hair was casually combed, and a few strands of hair naturally fell over her eyes as she lowered her head.

From Marcus' angle, he could clearly see her defined facial contours and her delicate, high-bridged nose. Her pretty lips, unmarked by lipstick, were slightly pursed. It made her look somewhat indifferent and stern.

Natalie was dressed in a black tracksuit that concealed her figure. She had intentionally made herself appear taller, which also made her seem even slimmer.

Marcus' gaze unknowingly drifted to her chest. She had bound herself, but he had already seen the real thing when he had helped her remove the acupuncture needles before.

He had always kept his distance from women and never spared them much attention. In fact, he was known for his abstinence and indifference.

Yet, after one glance, he found himself constantly recalling that particular moment.

Marcus held his fork, but as he resumed eating, he suddenly found the food to be tasteless.

Natalie had no idea what he was thinking. She was focused on her phone and checking news about the Langleys in Amberton.

Olivia had mentioned that someone was targeting the Langleys and Langley Group, but for sreason, they hadn't dealt a fatal blow.

Victor was incompetent and arrogant, believing that Langley Group's success in Amberton was his own achievement. The reality was that it was thanks to the foundation Grace had built in its early years.

Later on, Grace took Natalie under her wing, teaching her business skills from a young age. As she grew older, she displayed a natural talent for business, prompting Grace to confidently transfer her shares to her. After that, she instructed Natalie to secretly support Langley Group and ensure it wouldn't collapse.

Before Grace becmentally handicapped due to the accident that saved Natalie, she told her that Victor and Diana were unreliable. Langley Group was her lifelong effort, and as long as those two didn't destroy the company, the dividends from the shares alone would allow them to live comfortably.

By transferring the majority of the company's share to Natalie, Grace ensured that even if Victor made irrational decisions, Natalie would have the power to overrule him.

Grace had also said the shares weren't just a foothold for Natalie to establish herself in the company. They were also meant as her wedding gift.

Since the Langleys had becthe richest family in Amberton, future marriages would have to inevitably involve business alliances. They would join forces with strong partners rather than dole out "charity" marriages.

No matter how much a couple loved each other, if they weren't well-matched in status, then the weaker party would likely suffer after getting married.

Plus, Grace couldn't bear to see Natalie suffer.

Now that Grace's mental capabilities were that of a six-year-old, she no longer remembered any of these conversations. Her thoughts had becmuch simpler-whoever was good-looking, powerful, and capable of protecting Natalie was good enough.

And among all the potential candidates, she had singled out Marcus.

While reviewing the report sent by Victor's assistant, Natalie pondered over Grace's words.

At this moment, she sensed something amiss. She suddenly lifted her gaze, only to catch Marcus staring at her before he could avert his gaze elsewhere.

However, he remained calm and nodded slightly at her. "Mr. Langley, I'm done eating. I'll have to trouble you to take the lunch boxes back." He sounded polite and courteous as he said that. Marcus carefully packed up the tiers and handed the box to Natalie as he stood up.

"Thanks, I appreciate it," he added.

Natalie replied, "You're too polite, Mr. Holden. If you want to thank someone, thank Sheldon. He was the one who askedto bring this." After taking the lunch boxes from him, she spoke indifferently before walking away without hesitation. Marcus stood behind, watching her figure disappear into the distance.

Just as Natalie left, Sheldon suddenly appeared out of nowhere. "Mr. Holden, Mr. Holden Senior said that if you like Mr. Langley, you should just go ahead and boldly pursue him." Sheldon sighed internally, amazed at how open-minded Charles was despite his age. His support of Marcus breaking off the engagement with Emma was one thing, but to even encourage him in pursuing a young man like Nathaniel? How many elders in other elite families would be able to accept and permit such a thing? "Mr. Holden, Mr. Holden Senior treats you really well." Marcus was at a loss for words. Fortunately, he knew that Nathaniel was actually Natalie. Otherwise, hearing this would have sickened him.

"Sheldon, are you very free?" Marcus coldly continued, "Since you have nothing to do, how about you go feed the horses?" Sheldon immediately waved his hands in a panic. "I'm not free! I'm very busy. Mr. Holden, I'm going to busy myself now!" With that, Sheldon dashed off, leaving a sneering Marcus behind.

Just as he was about to kneel again, Elijah, who had been standing guard in the shadows, suddenly appeared. "Mr. Holden, Sheldon isn't wrong. Women are too troublesome. You might as well pursue Mr. Langley instead. He's handsand dashing. He's even better-looking than Emma. You should really consider what Mr. Holden Senior said."

Marcus shot a sharp, cold glare at Elijah. Noah immediately rushed out, covered Elijah's mouth, and dragged him away without another word. "Please calm down, Mr. Holden. I'll make sure Elijah keeps his mouth shut." Noah smacked Elijah on the back of the head. "Shut up."

Elijah pouted pitifully, keeping quiet away.

as Noah dragged him away. Although he was the older sibling, his younger brother, Noah, always had him completely under his control. Plus, he couldn't even fight back. How much more unfair was this going to get? Noah and Elijah's antics were just them nonsensically fooling around, so Marcus didn't take it to heart.

Charles had made him kneel in the memorial hall to self-reflect and purify his heart and mind.

Despite Marcus' outward obedience, he wasn't convinced on the inside! His heart was already very calm and clean. He didn't need to purify it. However, the fact that Charles had gotten Sheldon to tell him to pursue Nathaniel... Now that made him feel uneasy.

Could it be that Charles already knew Nathaniel was actually Natalie in disguise? Marcus' expression darkened slightly. It seemed he needed to find someone to confirm this.

At 7:00 am the next day, Connie woke Charles up on tand made him drink his herbal medicine.

Half an hour later, Natalie went upstairs to administer acupuncture on him.

As Natalie walked down the stairs, she saw Marcus striding in. He emanated a chilly air, and his expression looked dark and stormy.

Their gazes met, and Marcus's gaze suddenly beceven sharper.