The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming

Walter offered a small smile. "I'm currently the lead attorney for the Holden Group's legal team. Natalie and Mr. Holden asked me to take care of everything on your behalf and to follow up on your personal situation.

"Mr. Walker, everything's been cleared. You're free to come with me. While you're living outside, you must obey the law at all times. If anything comes up, you need to inform me immediately.

"Although you and Natalie had your differences in the past, she told me that you're still her older brother. All misunderstandings have been resolved, and everything is behind you. You're still young, and there's a bright future ahead. She's willing to reconcile."

Sky's eyes reddened in an instant. "I thought... I thought she would never forgive me."

"Come, Mr. Walker. Let's go." Walter took the lead and walked toward the exit.

Sky quickly followed. "Mr. Watson, I know who you are. You were the childhood friend Nat chose from the orphanage, weren't you? You practically grew up with her."

"It would be best not to use the phrase 'childhood friend' around Mr. Holden," Walter reminded him.

"Natalie and Mr. Holden are now married. I'm just her good friend and a Holden Group employee. To avoid misunderstandings or unnecessary jealousy, I'd suggest staying away from such wording in the future.

"Like everyone else, I only hope Natalie finds happiness. She and I are the closest of friends. That will never change."

Sky understood the meaning behind Walter's words and gave a small nod. "I'm sorry. That was poorly phrased. I'm just surprised to see you working at the Holden Group."

"It was Mr. Holden who invited me," Walter said with a slightly helpless smile. Marcus had essentially brought him under his watch, all while showering Natalie with affection in front of him.

But the offer had been too generous to refuse.

Since he and Natalie had no future together, Walter had long since buried any feelings he had for her. Whatever little hope he once had never had the chance to bloom.

"Come along, Mr. Walker."

exited the prison. Walter opened the car door and let Sky

had on when he first entered the prison. His buzz cut gave him a sharper appearance, cleaner and

his entire demeanor had changed. He no longer carried the arrogance he once had. Instead, there

him toward the Walker

so they likely haven't prepared any sort of welcome. I'll let Natalie know now. She and Mr. Holden are traveling and might not be back for a while," Walter explained as he parked a short distance from

when did Natalie ask you to take over my case?" Sky asked as he looked at the familiar estate in the distance, his eyes already glistening with tears. He had thought she would always resent him, that

third month in prison. She asked me to keep an eye on your case and see how you were

course, it wasn't like she could get you released immediately. We're not miracle

wet again. He wanted to say something, but in the end, all he

dialing her

"Hello, Walter."

brother. We're near the Walker residence.

don't know yet. But once they hear, I'm sure they'll

for your confirmation. Once you've called them, I'll bring him

"Okay."

at Sky. "We'll wait here

Nat's friend. You can just call me by my

course, Mr. Walker," Walter

didn't say anything

Walter's phone rang again. He picked up.

ahead and

restarted the car. "Let's get you home,

his eyes stinging with tears. His throat tightened, thick with emotion. He wanted to speak, but no words came