The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 161 Grace Had Recovered Grace suddenly flew into a rage, which Walter hadn't expected. Yet, her outburst confirmed that she had indeed been pretending.

Walter let out a long sigh. He placed a cup of hot water into Grace's hand. "Mrs. Langley Senior, you're mistaken. You weren't the one who supportedback then. It was Natalie who did.

"As far as you were concerned, it didn't matter if it wasor someone else. As long as Natalie chose that person, you were willing to sponsor them.

"That's why the first person I'm grateful to is Natalie. But I'm also respectful and thankful to you, Mrs. Langley Senior.

"Even though you toldnot to cto Dithoria, here I am. If you have something you wantto do, I'll help you. After this, though, our debt is settled. From then on, I'll only stand with Natalie." When he finished, Walter didn't look again at Grace's darkened face. He stood and walked to the window, sending Natalie a message.

Walter: "I have a recording proving Mrs. Langley Senior is of sound mind. When we meet, I'll play it for you." Natalie: "Alright." At this point, Natalie already knew the truth, but she still wanted to hear it. Her heart had to be completely broken before she could make a firm decision with no regrets.

"Takeback to Amberton," Grace said coldly, lying on the bed. "You're not allowed to leave Langley Group. If Natalie wants to leave, so be it, but you can't go." Walter turned around and asked, "Why?" "Walter, don't play dumb," Grace said, her tone turning colder. "If you don't stay, then I'll cling to Natalie. I know how deep her sense of duty is." She continued, "If she finds out I've recovered and I demand she not leave Langley Group, do you think she'll agree or refuse? If you takeback right now, while I'm still 'disabled,' I'll allow her to leave Langley Group." "Natalie doesn't need your permission to leave Langley Group," Walter said, his face turning grim. Grace was threatening him. If he wanted Natalie to leave without trouble, then he had to stay.

"Yeah, she doesn't need my permission, but you can ask her yourself. Do you think she'd just leave if I didn't agree? I raised her. Don't you think I know her better than anyone?" Grace smirked. "She doesn't want the shares I gave her and wants to hand them over to Selena. If I keep refusing to agree, she won't be able to say no.

"Why else is Natalie avoidingright now? She can't reject my demands, so she's steering clear and letting her birth parents handle everything. She might think I don't see through her, but I know exactly what she's doing.

"Walter, whether you believeor not, I really do want to protect Natalie. I truly have her best interests at heart." Walter let out a mocking laugh. "Mrs. Langley Senior, save those words for yourself. If you keep repeating them, I might almost believe you.

"You gave Natalie the shares, and you must know very well how Selena and Diana treat her. Do you really not see any of it? "Now Natalie wants to give the shares back to Selena, so all of you can be one big happy family again. She's just an outsider anyway. She shouldn't interfere with your family's harmony. You should be glad." "Stop talking nonsense." Grace hated the sarcastic smile on Walter's face. Even if Natalie was the one who provided the money, it was Grace who passed that money on.

"Walter, I advise you not to spout such defiant words in front of me." Grace lifted the blanket and got out of bed. She walked into the bathroom and made a few phone calls. If Natalie insisted on separating herself from the Langleys, Grace would have no choice but to return and take charge.

Victor and Diana were both useless, and Selena was even worse. In their hands, Langley Group might not last three months before collapsing.

That was her life's work. She would never allow it to fall apart.

"Mrs. Langley Senior, are you feeling all better now?" Walter followed her to the bathroom door. As she went to shut it, he held it open with his hand.

"Walter, how dare you! Are you trying to spy onin the bathroom?" Grace's face fell, and an imposing presence radiated from her.

At that moment, Walter was reminded of how Grace had run Langley Group in the past. Instinctively, he backed away, letting her slam the bathroom door shut.

He let out a breath. He had felt intimidated just now.

Inside the locked bathroom, Grace dialed Charles' number. Natalie was ignoring her calls and messages, but she had her ways.

Once the call connected, Grace spoke in a calm voice. "Hello, Charles. It's me, Grace. Thanks to this car accident, I've actually recovered. I'm better now." Her tone carried barely suppressed excitement and emotion. "Charles, I'm fine. Really fine. I'm so happy. I'm so, so happy!" On the other end of the line, Charles almost jumped up from the couch. "Grace, are you serious? You're not trying to fool me, are you?" "Of course not! How could anyone joke about something like this? Charles, I'm ecstatic." Grace began to sob. "I never dreamed I could get better."

"That's wonderful, wonderful indeed!" Charles said excitedly. "Your accident turned out to be a blessingünO M disguise if you're healed, that's great. I'll cto the hospital right away! Nattie is here with me. I'll tell her too. She'll be over the moon." "Alright. I'll be here waiting for you." Grace wiped her tears and looked at herself in the mirror.

Over the years, Natalie had taken good care of her. Even though she stayed in the nursing home, Natalie had hired trustworthy, highly responsible staff to help her. Grace had always lived comfortably and never skipped her regular skincare routine. Even though she was old, she still looked elegant and poised.

She picked up the toiletries on the sink and carefully tidied herself up. She even put on smakeup. After examining her reflection from several ve apgles, she opened the bathroom door and stepped out. Walter looked over at Grace. Though she still wore a hospital gown, she looked completely different. Grace looked disinterestedly at him. "Go buytwo deep green dresses." Walter nodded. "Yes, Mrs. Langley Senior." As soon as he left, Grace immediately called John. "Hello, John. Tell Tyler to hurry over to Dithoria and bring Selena home."