The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 276 Her Opening Dance Partner Is Marcus

Charlotte uploaded the pictures and then showed the post to Natalie. "Nat, I have posted it."

"Thank you, Mom." Natalie hugged her. "Do you think I'm too scheming and cruel?"

"What is there to worry about? Compared to Emma, my sweetie is practically an angel."

Thinking about how Emma had called to slander Natalie, Charlotte's eyes flashed with cold determination. It was time for Emma to be taught a lesson and to recognize her true place.

But not today. Today was Natalie's welcome party, and Charlotte wouldn't allow anything to go wrong.

She picked up her phone and called Hector. "Hector, make sure someone guards Emma's hospital room. She is not to take a single step outside, nor is anyone allowed to visit her. Especially Sky."

"Understood, Mother," he replied respectfully. "I have already given the orders. To prevent Sky from forcing his way in, I also borrowed a few men from Marcus."

Charlotte's gaze darkened at the mention of Sky's affection toward Emma. "Good move."

Marcus' people wouldn't follow Sky's commands. As for Marcus, he certainly wouldn't give in to Sky, either.

"Once everything is settled, come back home. Today is Natalie's welcome party, and the whole family needs to be present."

"Yes, Mother."

Charlotte hung up the call and gently ruffled Natalie's hair. "Nat, don't worry. I won't let anything ruin today for you. No one will dare cause trouble tonight."

"Thank you, Mom." Natalie's voice softened as she lifted her dress and twirled in front of the mirror. The dress shimmered under the light, glowing like a river of stars."

She was certain that the horse's rampage was connected to Emma, but Emma refused to admit it. Even Gabriel was adamant in his denial. Even when she and Marcus teamed up to probe for answers, Emma never let a single word slip

This only proved one thing. Emma had an incredibly strong mental fortitude. Or rather, she was willing to endure anything for the sake of wealth and status.

That was fine. Natalie would break her down completely, stripping away every last defense.

the Walker family and enjoy their riches. Natalie had

At that time, Sophia and Marcus had come to visit her. Because of that, Natalie would never

was no emotional attachment at all would be

test the waters first. Once she confirmed that no one in the

some of them still chose to defend her, it

had a recording. And so did

recording were to be played at the party tonight, Emma would never be able to hold her head up in the elite circles of the capital ever again. She would be completely cast out unless someone was foolish enough to stand against both the Walker and Holden

making her stance

in the

overnight. Forget about wearing a

party seemed to make up for the lost

I should change out of this for now. I'll put it back

"Alright"

had prepared multiple dresses for Natalie, and Charles

evening gowns Charles had sent were rare, luxurious collectibles. Natalie had shown

ready for styling.

pinched Natalie's cheek affectionately. "Sweetie, if anything happens, come to

messaging you?"

quickly added, "Don't worry, I

without hesitation, "Once Sky finds her biological parents, we will have them take her away. She

have Hector arrange for her transfer to another hospital. Sweetie, your father and I will never allow someone who hurt you

at those words. She said nothing,

"If you need my help, just ask. I am

eyes turn even redder. She nodded again, her usually steady voice trembling

entertain the guests

"Alright."

Olivia come to keep

"Okay."

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