Chapter 27 Tracking Her Best Friend to Find Her

Marcus could hear the impatience and reluctance in Connie’s voice over the phone. She made it clear that she was only doing this for Natalie’s sake. He spoke gently and humbly, expressing his gratitude.

“Yes, I understand. I apol or doubting Dr. Elim earlier,” Marcus said sincerely. “I’m

truly grateful you’re willing to perform the surgery for my grandpa.

“And I really appreciate Ms. Walker for putting in a good word for me. When my grandpa gets better, I’ll be sure to thank you and Ms. Walker properly,” Marcus promised.

“I’ll send you the details and schedule later,” Connie said flatly. “If there’s nothing else, I’ll hang up now.”

“Okay, thank you, Ms. Sterling. Goodbye,” Marcus replied.

After ending the call, Connie opened her laptop and checked her emails. She then continued handling patients who had contacted her through special channels.

A moment later, Natalie finished her shower and changed into a simple T–shirt and jeans. Her hair was casually wrapped in a hair towel. She grabbed her phone, sat on the couch, and noticed that her best friend, Olivia Thatcher, had texted her three minutes earlier.

“Natalie, why didn’t you tell me you were kicked out of the Langley family? Do I still matter to you? If Selena hadn’t caused a scene at the company, I’d still have no idea what happened. Give me your address. I’m coming over.”

A second message appeared. It read: “I just transferred 20 thousand dollars to your account.”

And then another: “You’re out of the Langley family now, so take this money for the time. being. I’m really pissed, Natalie. Why didn’t you tell me this?”

After reading the messages, Natalie sighed and quickly transferred the money back to Olivia. Then, she dialed Olivia’s number, and it was picked up after just three rings.

how mad I am?” Olivia’s angry voice came through the phone, but Natalie could hear the underlying

where you are right now.

usual cold tone softening slightly. “I’ve got something to take care of. You don’t have to come if you’re busy. I’ll find you when

coming over right now,” Olivia snapped. “Be honest with me: did the Langleys bully you in Amberton? Is that why you ran off to Balford to

replied with resignation “I’ve got

Tracking Her Best

have time to spare for

was scheduled to perform surgery on Charles. The preoperative

On top of that, she had to keep her identity as Dr. Elim a

so she couldn’t avoid visiting him. Figuring out how to keep the Holdens from discovering she was Dr. Elim would be a challenge. If Olivia

to keep me company. You can focus on your own stuff, and I’ll be there for you,” Olivia said, her tone firm and leaving no

You’ve already hidden things from me. once, and now you’re going to drop me again?” Olivia’s voice was tinged with hurt.

a long moment before finally replying, “Fine, then; come.

the money–don’t even think about sending it back. If you

In the next moment, Natalie received a notification that Olivia had transferred 20 thousand dollars to her account

regret it.” Olivia’s message popped up on Natalie’s phone, along with an angry face emoji. A warm feeling filled

in return. From elementary school to high school and

university, Natalie chose to study design while

Olivia’s striking looks and tall figure caught

studies with her modeling career. By the

worked hard to give her the best they could. Because

kids could tell the difference between wealth and poverty even at a young age. They looked down

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