The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 27

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.

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

me where you are right now. I’m coming to find you,” Olivia demanded.

usual cold tone softening slightly. “I’ve got something to take care of. You

honest with me: did the Langleys bully you in Amberton? Is that why you ran off

Natalie replied with resignation “I’ve got a lot going on here. Even

12 Tracking Her

won’t have time to spare for

surgery on Charles. The preoperative and postoperative

Quinton Hospital the entire time. On top of

how to keep the Holdens from discovering she was Dr. Elim would be a challenge. If

on your own stuff, and I’ll be there for you,” Olivia said, her tone

me as your best friend anymore. You’ve already hidden things from me. once, and now you’re going to drop me again?”

silent for a long moment before finally replying, “Fine, then; come. I’ll send

“And the money–don’t even think about sending it

next moment, Natalie received a notification that Olivia

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

bullied other kids, and got bullied in return. From elementary school to high school and

Natalie chose to study design while

and tall figure caught the attention of

with her modeling career. By the time she received her degree,

family. But her parents adored her and worked hard to give her the best they could.

age. They looked down on Olivia for coming from an ordinary family and treated

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