The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 116 His Gifts Natalie's words carried a calm but merciless indifference. After hearing her response, Sky remained silent for a long moment.

When he finally spoke, a helpless smile touched his lips. Letting out a soft sigh, he chose not to press further. Finally, he said, "Nat, I'll cooperate with you regarding Langley Group. " "Alright. Thank you in advance, Sky." As Natalie finished speaking, she turned to leave, but Sky quickly offered, "Letgive you a ride." "There's no need, Sky. You're busy." Glancing at her wrist, Natalie checked the ton her classic Patek Philippe women's watch, a gift from Grace for her 15th birthday.

On her 16th birthday, Grace's gift had been saving her life.

After that, Grace's birthday presents to her were always mini fruit tarts.

Grace, with the mind of a six-year-old child, only remembered the tasty and fun things.

To Natalie, no matter how rare or expensive the Walker family's gifts to her were, they could never compare to the love and care Grace had shown her.

Victor and Diana might have treated her poorly, but Grace's kindness far outweighed that. Grace had treated her even better than she did Victor, her biological son.

If the Walker family wanted to take her side by targeting Victor and Diana, Natalie had no objections.

But Langley Group was Grace's life work. And Victor, flawed as he was, was still Grace's only son by blood. For Grace's sake, Natalie couldn't bring herself to destroy Victor and his family completely.

Sky noticed Natalie's subtle movement as she raised her wrist, his eyes immediately catching sight of her watch. "Nat, do you like Patek Philippe watches?" he asked casually.

Natalie paused for a moment, then smiled faintly, choosing not to answer. "I'm heading out now." "Alright, I'll walk you out," Sky offered.

He escorted Natalie toward the office door. Just as they reached it, however, his phone began to ring. Sky pulled it out, glancing at the screen. It was a call from Emma.

He let the phone ring, choosing not to answer. Instead, he continued walking Natalie to the elevator.

Once they reached it, and she stepped inside, Sky said, "Nat, I won't cdown with you. But feel free to stop by anytime. I've already spoken to the front desk. Whenever you visit, they'll swipe you in." "Got it. Thanks, Sky." Natalie thanked him politely, not bothering to question why he hadn't taken the call.

As the elevator doors slid shut, Sky finally pulled out his phone and answered. "Hello, Emma," he said.

"Sky, do you even wantas your sister anymore?" Emma's voice was thick with emotion, her words laced with fresh tears. It was clear she had been crying.

"What are you talking about? Of course, you're still my sister," Sky replied gently, his tone softening immediately at the sound of her distress.

"Dad toldyou went traveling. How's it going? Are you having fun?" "Sky, I've been gone for two days, and you finally think to askthat? If I hadn't called you, would you have just forgotten about me?" Emma's frustration spilled over as her tears returned in full force.

"Sky, I may have left, but I feel horrible. I'm so scared. What if you all stop wantingnow that you have a real sister?" "That's never going to happen," Sky said firmly, his voice filled with a quiet reassurance. "You'll always be my most cherished little sister." Emma's sobs gradually subsided. Her voice trembled with uncertainty as she asked, "Really?" "Really," Sky confirmed without hesitation.

He knew Emma was feeling vulnerable, and he did his best to comfort her.

"Emma, don't overthink it. Even though Nat's back, you'll always be Dad and Mom's daughter and our little sister. Nat isn't the type to hold grudges. You two will get along just fine." "Okay, I understand," Emma replied, her voice a little calmer now.

"Sky, I'm sorry. These past couple of days, I've just been overthinking everything. I want to treat Natalie like my real sister, but I'm scared she won't accept me." "She won't reject you. Don't worry about it," Sky assured her patiently. "Once you spend stwith Nat, you'll see she's a nice person. And Emma, you're a good girl, too. The two of you will be fine." "I understand. Thank you, Sky," Emma said, her voice finally steadying as if she'd stopped crying. "Sky... do you think I'm being petty?" "Not at all. It's on us for not preparing you beforehand. Finding out so suddenly and feeling like this-anyone would need tto process it," Sky said firmly.

"Sky, I promise I'll do my best to get along with Natalie. While I was traveling, I even bought her a gift. But I'm worried she won't accept it. That's why I wanted to let you know ahead of time. If she doesn't, you have to helpconvince her, okay?" "Alright. Emma, just focus on enjoying yourself while you're away. And if you run out of money, letknow," Sky agreed easily.

"Sky, I have enough money," Emma said, finally laughing. "Thank you, Sky. I feel so much better now." "Good. Don't overthink things anymore. You're on a trip, so have fun and enjoy it. Don't stress about anything else," Sky said with a warm tone.

"Okay, I got it. Sky, you take care of yourself, too. Don't push yourself too hard. Make sure you're staying healthy while working. And could you say a few good things to Dad and Mom for me? "I'm worried they'll think I'm being immature by running off on a trip to avoid Natalie instead of staying hto get along with her," Emma replied.

"They won't think that. Don't worry," Sky reassured her again.

"Alright. Thank you, Sky." "You don't have to thank me," Sky replied with a smile.

"Sky, can I ask you a question?" Emma's voice sounded nervous, a slight tremor in her words.

"Go ahead."

Emma rehearsed the question in her mind several times, but in the end, she couldn't summon the courage to say it out loud. "Never mind. It's nothing. Sky, I'm going to keep exploring now." "Alright. If you ever feel like asking, just askthen," Sky said gently, his voice full of patience.

He'd always had a soft spot for Emma, the little sister he'd practically raised himself. To him, she had always been more endearing than Natalie.

"Okay! Bye, Sky." "Have fun, and callif you need anything." "Got it!" Emma's voice at the end sounded bright again, as though the brief moment of hesitation had never happened. After the call ended, Sky chuckled softly to himself.

His two younger sisters couldn't have been more different.

He had always assumed that Emma, having grown up pampered and adored, would be full of confidence and security.

Meanwhile, Natalie, who hadn't grown up in the Walker family, should have been the one eager to ingratiate herself with them.

After all, Natalie had only recently discovered that her parents and brothers cfrom a family far more powerful and influential than the Langleys she once knew. But the reality was the complete opposite.

Now, it was Emma who trod carefully, trying to win their approval. And Natalie? She was distant, indifferent, and seemingly uninterested in forming close bonds with them. Sky returned to his office, walked behind his desk, and sank into his chair.

His gaze swept across the room, and that's when he noticed the folder he had handed Natalie earlier sitting neatly on his desk once again.

In other words, Natalie hadn't accepted the gift he'd given her.

The faint smile lingering on Sky's handsface instantly disappeared, replaced by a deep, somber expression.