The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 297 Natalie's Search For Emma's Birth Parents William's question was more of a command than an inquiry. Even though Sky was in pain and filled with anger, he didn't dare speak up.

"To answer you, Father, I have no objections," Sky muttered, his head hanging low. His voice barely escaped his throat.

"Good." William was about to speak again when there was a knock on the door- three quick taps. Natalie and Mason, now dressed more casually, appeared in the doorway.

"Dad, may we cin?" Natalie asked.

"Father, we're entering now," Mason announced cheerfully.

"Cin!" William's stern expression softened the moment he saw Natalie. He had been upset with her cautious approach earlier, and it had tugged at his heart.

Natalie should be full of life and confidence, not constantly looking over her shoulder in her own hbecause of the scars the Langleys had left on her.

"Chere, Nat." William's voice was soft and gentle, as though afraid a louder word might scare Natalie. Natalie pulled Mason along, and they quickly made their way to William. Mason didn't show any jealousy, but instead, he was happy.

Both their parents had seen through the lies of Emma and Sky. They loved their daughter, and that was why she could feel secure staying at home.

Even if it meant William had to deal with Sky for her sake, Mason wouldn't mind.

"Natalie, I've spoken to Lincoln, Timothy, and Hector. We've decided to put Sky on a long leave. Lincoln will handle the company's affairs for now. When Lincoln and Timothy have time, they'll assist him.

"And the matter of investigating Emma's biological parents was entrusted to Sky, but since he's on leave now, I want to assign it to you. It's up to you whether you want to take it on." William looked at Natalie with affection. "It's okay if you're not up for it. I'll get someone else to do it.

"After all, we've raised Emma for 20 years. Helping her find her biological parents would be the last thing we do for her. Once she's with her real parents, she'll finally stop trying to cling to the Walker family. Nat, do you understand what I mean?" Natalie nodded. "Yes, Dad. I understand. I'll take it on." She turned her gaze toward Sky, still kneeling on the floor. His head was down, his fists clenched tightly by his sides. Though he seemed to want to say something, he didn't look up or speak.

William looked toward his sons. "Lincoln, Hector, Timothy, do you have any objections?" The tanswered in unison, "No, Father. We have no objections." "I have an objection," Mason said, standing beside Natalie, raising his hand high.

"I want to accompany Nat in investigating Emma's biological parents. I don't feel comfortable letting her do it alone.

William waved his hand. "Fine, you can go with her." "Thank you, Father!" Mason's excitement was clear.

William chuckled. He had purposely not told Mason to go to the company, waiting for him to bring it up on his own. As expected, Mason didn't disappoint him.

"I've also told Lincoln and the others that if there's a suitable project at the company, you and Natalie should get involved to gain sexperience," William said, looking at Mason.

He added, "But since you and Natalie are both still students, once school starts, you won't have as much time. That's why you should focus on investigating Emma's parents now while you have the chance. The sooner you find them and hand them over, the less trouble it'll cause down the road.

"We originally planned to give Emma a sum of money, but because of how she insulted Natalie and even tried to harm her, your mother and I decided not to offer her any of the Walker family's resources.

"From now on, once she graduates and starts looking for a job, no company under the Walker Group is allowed to hire her. Do you all understand?" "Yes, Father, we understand." "We'll remember your words, Father." The brothers said in unison.

William then turned to Sky, still kneeling. His tone grew sharp. "Sky, did you hear that?" Sky slowly lifted his head. "Yes, Father. I heard." "Good. Meeting adjourned. Natalie and Mason stay behind. Everyone else, you may rest. "Hector, take care of Sky's injuries." "Yes, Father." Marcus had been standing nearby, and he found William's handling of the situation satisfactory. However the fact that Natalie was now tasked with finding Emma's biological parents meant she would have to return to Amberton.

If Natalie went to Amberton, Marcus would have fewer opportunities to see her.

His thoughts turned inward as he realized his feelings. No, he couldn't let her go to Amberton.

"Marcus, I've asked Gorge to arrange a place for you to rest. It's getting late, and it would be better for you to stay here tonight," William suggested.

"I've already made arrangements for Mr. Holden Senior to rest," he continued, glancing at Marcus. "You seem tired, too. It'd be best if you rested early." Marcus shook his head. "No rush. I'll stay a little longer." William was puzzled. He'd asked Marcus to stay and listen earlier because Sky had been rude, but now that everything had been dealt with, he hadn't left yet.

Natalie noticed the exchange and caught Marcus' eye. He smiled at her, then spoke slowly! Mr. Walker, I noticed sof the helpers here were secretly filming Ms. Walker. "Although ye ended my engagement with the Walker family, I have no grudge against you. But as a family friend, when I see unfair things, I feel it's my duty to bring them to light." William's face immediately hardened. "Nat, is what Marcus said true?" Natalie nodded. "Yes, I saw it too. But I'm not sure who is behind it."

William's expression darkened. After the incident with Cindy and Gabriel, he'd already instructed Gorge to retrain the helpers and keep an eye out for anyone up to no good. For this to happen again at Natalie's welcparty clearly meant someone was either paying the helpers a lot or threatening them somehow.

"Marcus, thank you for the warning." William paused, then spoke again. "I won't alarm the helpers yet. We didn't catch it last tbecause of Gorge's oversight."

"Don't blGorge, Dad," Natalie quickly said, her voice soft. She wasn't speaking up for him out of kindness she simply understood that if someone was determined to hide their true intentions and put on an act, there was no guarantee Gorge would be able to see through it. "Not alerting the enemy is the right move." She leaned in close to William, lowering her voice as she whispered a few words.

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