The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 141 Forceful Embrace

Marcus' commanding tone left no room for argument. Mason, who had always admired him, immediately stood at attention and replied without hesitation, "Got it."

He turned to Natalie. "Ms. Walker, let's go."

With acupuncture scheduled for Charles early the following day, Marcus worried that if Natalie stayed awake all night, it might affect her performance.

She lifted her gaze, meeting his steady eyes. The message in them was unmistakable.

She pressed her lips together but didn't move. "Mr. Holden, I'll stay here. I know my own body—I can handle it."

The next moment, he stepped forward and, without a word, scooped her up in his arms.

"Marcus, what are you doing? Put me down!" She struggled, but his grip was unyielding. His strength alone immobilized her attempts to break free.

"Ms. Walker, I promise you that Mrs. Langley Senior will be fine," he said calmly. "Once you've rested, you can return tomorrow, and I won't stop you."

Marcus lowered his gaze, his sharp, elegant eyes carrying a clear warning.

Natalie caught the message loud and clear. She eventually stopped struggling, letting him carry her out of the hospital and into the car.

"Drive back to Holden Residence," Marcus ordered.

"Got it, Mr. Holden."

The driver started the car engine and quickly pulled away from the hospital.

Natalie went to the guest room when they arrived at Holden Residence. After showering and changing clothes, she lay down and fell asleep.

The following day, Natalie woke up on schedule, her internal clock as punctual as ever. She rubbed her temples. The combination of going to bed late and restless dreams left her feeling inexplicably drained.

checked the time before

Mason, has Grandma woken up? Has she been

Senior's condition is stable. Don't worry.

by after I'm done. Thank you,

furious after everything they've done to you over the years. There's no way they'll let them go without

Group back as soon as possible. Once you've cut ties with Langley Group,

the hospital later—I need to talk

emotions get the better of you," Mason warned, his tone firm. "Natalie, all of us-Father,

rift between you and her," he quickly added, his voice softening. "Please don't misunderstand," he said cautiously, afraid of upsetting

that. I'll come over once I'm done." "Alright. Take care. And don't forget

explicitly, but it was the first time he had seen Marcus act so

woman.

in the past, but behind the scenes, she frequently pried

would even resort to small tricks like stumbling or fainting in front of him. However, Marcus always

her up—even the slightest physical

demeanor wouldn't allow him to

to maintain decorum for the

Marcus' side over the years, let alone anyone who could get close

so surprised and curious last night. But with no chance to ask them,

had carried Natalie so

him most was that Marcus hadn't taken Natalie back to the Walker residence but had brought her directly to

enough to set Mason's imagination

pinched between her brows, not bothering to hide that she had stayed

the hospital in a bit," she added before hanging

curiosity was piqued,

believed

quickly composed herself. She changed into a black tracksuit and tied her hair,

dark circles under her eyes were the only telltale sign

downstairs, she saw Marcus seated at

Sheldon respectfully said as he approached her. "Mr. Holden