The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 22 Handling the Responsibility

Jessy was eager to impress Marcus, but when Natalie suddenly appeared, a wave of intense unease washed over her.

“I can handle it,” Natalie replied coolly. With a firm pull, she swiftly moved Jessy aside. As she looked up, her gaze locked with Marcus’s deep, obsidian eyes.

Marcus’s eyes were striking–dark, deep, and commanding. The subtle downward curve of his eyes exuded an aura of authority that was almost tangible.

His tailored suit highlighted his tall, perfect frame, and his handsome face looked like it belonged to a model. He exuded an enigmatic presence, one that could easily pull anyone into his orbit with just a glance.

Although Natalie had seen Marcus’s photos before, seeing him in person left her momentarily stunned by his allure.

“You can’t perform heart compressions on Mr. Holden Senior right now,” Natalie said coldly. Without hesitation, she pulled out a box of medication from her bag and gently placed two pills into Charles’s mouth.

Jessy snapped, “What are you giving Mr. Holden Senior? Do you even know his medical history enough to give him random medication

Having been interrupted and lost the chance to prove herself, Jessy grew even more frustrated by

Natalie’s sudden appearance, which clearly outshone her own. When women competed with each other, they would always start from the looks and figure. Other aspects would come later

Jessy was a graduate of Dithoria State School of Medicine and had studied abroad under the mentorship of the renowned Professor Milan. She prided herself on her qualifications, believing they made her superior to Natalie.

In contrast, Natalie appeared much younger. Her outfit made it seem like she was still in college, which Jessy immediately dismissed as overly girly and shallow. Jessy’s usual approach to women like this was to crush them completely

She raised her voice, angrily accusing, “Mr. Holden, get this woman away! Let me save Mr. Holden Senior!”

Marcus ignored Jessy. Natalie had acted so quickly that before he could stop her, she had. already administered the medication.

color returned, and his breathing steadied. Charles’s sudden heart condition had been a terrifying

shout, Marcus felt a deep frustration. Natalie’s calm and decisive approach was far more

22 Handing

Mr. Holden Senior?” Natalie asked. Seeing as Charles was in a more stable condition, she gently helped him sit up. “Mr. Carter, could you please bring

replied, immediately turning to fetch the water. Marcus narrowed his eyes when he heard Ethan address her as “Ms. Walker.”

trying to get close to him on purpose? Was she the fake Langley heiress who had caused a stir

much! I feel much better, Charles said. Once he felt better, he patted her hand kindly; then, he turned

Marcus fell silent.

said softly, gently patting Charles‘ back. “Your

calm,” Charles said with a

thorough check–up,” Jessy interrupted. She wasn’t willing to be ignored and stepped forward to make

presence known.

kind of medication did you give Mr. Holden Senior? Are you aware that

Jessy off. “As a cardiologist, you should know that Mr. Holden Senior has a diagnosed aortic dissection.

you continue with CPR, knowing it could make things worse?

had been so eager to show off in front of Marcus that she had overlooked Charles’s prior

a doctor; I know exactly when

trust me, Mr. Holden. I’m an excellent student from

Milan.

Holden Senior’s previous test results, and unlike this lady, who has only. just appeared and is now randomly administering medication, I understand what’s going on. Some medications

later.”

Senior to be transferred to

a challenging look at Natalie. “Are you a graduate of a medical school? Do you have a medical license? Do you have the

smile. “I’m not a doctor. Why does it matter?”

a surge of confidence at Natalie’s admission. She raised her voice and said, “Mr. Holden,