The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 130 Trading Shares for Guardianship

Natalie slightly frowned as Grace held her hand.

Hector had confirmed that Grace was physically healthy, having undergone a thorough check-up. As for her mental state, Grace was content, and everyone had agreed there was no need to push her to regain full cognitive abilities.

Natalie shared the same sentiment-knowing the truth about Victor and Diana's actions would only cause Grace more distress.

"No, I remember," Grace said, still holding Natalie tightly.

She still seemed a little fearful, but slowly, she calmed herself.

"Nattie, are you really with Marcus?" Grace asked.

"Yes," Natalie replied, offering a warm, practiced smile.

Her gaze softened slightly, radiating the joy of being in love. "Grandma, you don't need to worry anymore. The Langley family can't hurt me, and Selena and Tyler have no power over me."

"Nattie, does Marcus treat you well?" Grace asked.

The happy smile that had once graced her features had faded.

"Marcus treats me very well," Natalie assured her, spinning around in the white dress Marcus had bought for her.

Natalie had never worn skirts before. She usually stuck to black athletic wear or rugged outdoor jackets and cargo pants. The dark colors highlighted her pale, almost translucent skin. As a girl, she always felt like the somber attire made her seem distant and unapproachable.

her fair skin, and her long hair flowed naturally down to her waist. Her delicate face was lightly made

the girl she used to be. When Grace saw her, her eyes suddenly filled with tears. Before Natalie could react, they began to fall uncontrollably, leaving her

wrong?" Natalie asked. "Did Marcus hurt

Marcus had pulled her aside earlier and spoke with Grace. After their conversation,

me, and I'll go take care of

didn't hurt me," Grace replied, wiping her

a while, she looked at Natalie and

out a mini fruit tart, and placed it in Natalie's hand.

smiled, taking the fruit tart from her.

one piece to Grace

took a bite.

Natalie agreed

decided to bring

to a barbecue restaurant.

have forgotten her earlier concerns and allowed Natalie to lead her back

called out with a bright smile. "We're taking Grandma for a late-night snack! Let's

good," Marcus agreed, having no

to support Natalie's plan, and he was determined to

the three of them were seated at

expression. "Grandma, I have a boyfriend now. I'm planning to settle in Dithoria. I want to talk to you about transferring the shares to

head. "The shares are yours, and no one can take them from you.

"Marcus is more valuable than the Langley family's shares. We won't be staying in Amberton. If I keep the shares, I'll have to split

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Langley Group, but doing so would mean staying entangled with Victor's family forever. She knew that even though they were practically useless, they could cling