The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 180 When Did Marcus Leave? At Charlotte's command, the extras originally hired by the Langley family to stage a turned on Diana and Selena, delivering a relentless beating.

Diana dared not retaliate. Even if she had the courage, dealing with these extras was no small task. Their behavior during the event made it clear to Charlotte that they were avid gossipers who loved to spread news, whether it was good or bad, as far as possible.

The Langley family had a habit of portraying themselves as victims, constantly acting as though the world owed them.

Selena was the worst of all, a rabid dog who pinned every misfortune on Natalie. People like her never admitted their faults or felt any remorse.

Natalie stood calmly as Hector carefully applied medicine to her reddened palms. At the stime, Mason gently blew on her hands, trying to ease her discomfort.

William remained silent, but his icy gaze toward Diana and Selena made it clear that he had already decided their fate in his mind.

Although Natalie had not spent much twith her family, she was certain of one thing, the most decisive and ruthless person in the Walker family was William.

While Charlotte was the head of the household, William was the one who executed difficult decisions with quiet efficiency. Yet, because of his deep love for his wife, he often portrayed himself as someone submissive and even dependent on her.

"Nat, let Mason take you hfirst, alright? Hector still has work to do here as a doctor," William said gently, his voice warm with fatherly affection.

"Alright," Natalie agreed. Her gaze drifted toward the corner of the hall where Marcus had earlier pulled Tyler aside.

That spot held only Tyler. Marcus was nowhere to be seen.

"Where's Marcus?" Natalie scanned the room, confirming his absence.

"Did he leave?" "Marcus left. I saw him take a phone call earlier and then step out. He didn't cback after that," Mason said casually, still blowing on her hand.

"When exactly did he leave?" Natalie felt a twinge of unease. Did Marcus leave before discovering her identity as the Walker family's biological daughter? "Before Mom and Dad arrived," Mason replied, his tone curious.

"Nat, why are you so concerned about when Marcus left?" "Mason, are you sure he left before they arrived? Natalie's brow furrowed slightly. She recalled being preoccupied with Selena at the tand hadn't noticed Marcus leaving after pulling Tyler aside.

"I'm sure," Mason said confidently. "Nat, I'm a university graduate. My memory is impeccable." "Alright," Natalie murmured, pressing her lips into a thin line. If Marcus had left without informing her, something urgent must have cup.

"Nat, let Mason take you hto rest," Charlotte said, her tone gentle and maternal. "Your father and I'l handle everything here." "Okay." Before leaving, Natalie cast one last glance at Diana and Selena. Both women were crying out in pain, cursing loudly, and spewing profanities.

Their insults only spurred the extras to hit them harder. The attackers avoided their faces and targeted areas hidden from view, but their blows remained merciless.

The extras had followed Charlotte's instructions and ensured they didn't accidentally cause fatal injuries to the mother-daughter duo.

Natalie observed for a moment longer before turning to leave with Mason. As they stepped out of the hotel, Timothy and Lincoln joined them.

"Nat, let's take Lincoln's van," Mason suggested. He had long admired the luxurious custom-designed vehicle. This van was more than just a luxury ride. It was a masterpiece created by a renowned designer over two years, featuring top-tier interior design, privacy, and safety features.

Before Natalie could decline, Mason eagerly led her to the van parked at the entrance.

With a soft beep, Lincoln unlocked the car remotely. Mason quickly opened the door, ushering Natalie inside before climbing in himself.

Shortly after, Lincoln entered wearing a hat and mask, with Timothy following close behind.

"Nat, we're heading to the hospital," Lincoln said with a dazzling smile. His charming eyes were filled with warmth.

"Sorry, Nat. I couldn't openly step in to deal with those two, but I made sure to kick each of them before I left." Lincoln had always been known for his outstanding looks, impressive physique, superb acting, and a voice that resonated deeply with audiences.

In many of the films and TV shows he starred in, he sang the thsongs himself. Every tone of his thsongs was released. It beca sensation alongside the production.

What made him even more remarkable was his reputation. Despite years in the industry, he had no scandals to his name. When certain actresses attempted to spark rumors involving him, he would immediately issue statements to clarify the situation.

However, when he cacross young, relatively unknown actresses who were mistreated or bullied, Lincoln would quietly step in to help them.

As the second son of the wealthiest family in the country, his entertainment company operated independently of the Walker Group, making him untouchable in the entertainment industry.

Those who had benefited from his kindness often found their careers improving significantly afterward. Because of this, Lincoln had a sterling reputation in the industry.

Yet his profession had its limitations.

Maintaining his privacy was a constant challenge. He often m disguised himself in public to avoid being swarmed by fans, and every action he took needed to align with his personal and company image. Lincoln understood that no one could truly have it all. He had always embraced this truth. His work brought him immense joy, and he never felt he was missing out on anything.

For the first time, something seemed to trouble him. The inability to openly confront those who had bullied his sister was beginning to weigh on him.

"Do you blme, Nat? I'm sorry I couldn't step in earlier," Lincoln asked apologetically.

"Of course not," Natalie replied, smiling faintly. "Why would I blyou? I quite enjoyed slapping them myself.

"In the past, I held back because I thought I owed them my loyalty. Diana didn't just verbally abuse me; she would pinch and hitin private.

"I used to call her 'Mom,' and Grace toldno parent is ever truly wrong. She said Diana's temper cfrom poor health and the stress of frequent blood transfusions. Now, I don't have to hold back anymore." A cold light flickered in Natalie's eyes. Grace's excuses were nothing more than lies. The Langley family had always known she wasn't their biological daughter, which was why they treated her so cruelly.

Diana resented Natalie because she didn't know where her own daughter was or what kind of life she was living, it seemed that only by abusing Natalie and ensuring her misery could Diana find a twisted sense of balance.