The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Chapter 638 A Small Act That Shawn Remembered for Years

Natalie exhaled softly and explained the whole situation to Marcus. Once she was done, Marcus glanced at Shawn in disbelief. "It's just a small thing, but you

remembered it for so many years?"

"It's not a small thing," Shawn emphasized. "Mr. Holden, this isn't a small thing to me. At that time, my life felt utterly hopeless.

"I even thought I should let them beat me to death and be done with it. But then, Ms. Walker appeared out of nowhere and saved me."

Lincoln furrowed his brow and scolded him. "Shawn, I think you're out of your mind. If you liked her back then, why didn't you go after her? Now that Natalie is married, you're pulling this stunt? If you're not insane, then what is? Do you think you look romantic right now? To me, you're pathetic."

Lincoln was truly furious. Shawn had met Natalie so long ago, so why didn't he take the chance? If he had failed to seize the moment back then, what was he doing now that Natalie's married?

If this wasn't considered sabotage, what is?"

Shawn's face was filled with bitterness. Of course, he had thought about it back then, but given his family situation and circumstances at that time, he simply didn't dare.

He hadn't even been sure if he and his mother would survive, so how could he have had the courage to pursue Natalie, let alone become friends with her?

He had nothing in his youth, not even his dignity. Even when a seed of admiration had sprouted, he hadn't dared to take a step forward.

Now, hearing Lincoln's scolding, Shawn just lowered his head and remained silent. He felt so embarrassed that he didn't even dare lift his head to meet Natalie's gaze. Yet, he had fully engraved the image of her face in his mind.

This image stayed engraved for years.

Later on, after leaving Balford and returning to Dithoria, he never got the chance to seek out the girl who had saved him.

He had spent some time investigating, only to learn that the girl who saved him was the daughter of the Langley family in Amberton.

At that time, Shawn had nothing. Upon discovering that Natalie was from a prestigious family, he had even less courage to approach her.

lifted the glass before him and downed the entire drink.

Lincoln didn't hold back. "Your mistake was not fighting for her when you

nodded. "Yes, I was wrong. I'm

didn't even dare look

even remember him or see his face clearly, but he

and by the time he had a chance to

longer the

she was

their background and status made Shawn feel

Celeste knew about all this, it was because one night,

years, so she understood him deeply. She had

But he hadn't dared.

was his last chance, but he realized how utterly despicable he

happened today was my fault. I begged

you how last much I've

express his apology to

Marcus, he said, "Mr. Holden, it's not my intention to sabotage your relationship. I swear. I just

expect me to be here, did you?" Marcus finally spoke, his gaze locking onto Shawn. He smirked and added,

his thoughts before

Marcus leaned back against the couch. "My wife saved your life, and she's incredibly charismatic. That's why you can't forget her even after all

Natalie was dumbfounded.

to her and gently took her hand. "Sweetheart, you're so kind and beautiful. It's not surprising that Mr. Haines fell for you just because you once saved him. I'm

your damn mind," Lincoln snapped. "Stop flaunting your love here-do it

speak a word about what happened tonight. I

"Shawn, I'll let go just this once. If you ever overstep

then looked at Marcus, "I'll handle this. Do