Chapter 555 Elizabethâs heart began pounding when Frank leaned in close to her ear. She instinctively looked sideways as she asked, âAre you always this concerned about all of your patients?â
At that moment, Frank fixated his gaze on Elizabeth. His heart skipped a beat, and he felt an oddly warm feeling in his chest.
That was the first time he had observed a woman at such close proximity outside of the hospital.
He couldnât help but notice that Elizabeth was really pretty.
The next day.
âWho wants some coffee? Iâm ordering take-out.â One of Natalieâs coworkers offered to buy coffee. She wanted to get Elizabeth a drink but then noticed that she wasnât in her seat.
Tasha also seemed to have noticed it because she asked Natalie, âWhere is Elizabeth? Is she taking the day off? Sheâs never been late before.â
âDonât worry. Elizabeth is fine,â Natalie assured, but that didnât erase the worry she felt.
After all, when Elizabeth left W Marks yesterday, she was still a bit dazed.
Natalie went back to her seat, thinking of calling Elizabeth to check on her.
Suddenly, her phone beeped. Elizabeth sent her a message.
âNatalie, Iâm going to see a therapist today. Thank you for your help. I was harsh to you yesterday and lashed out. When Iâm done here, letâs go to dinner together. Think of it as my apology.â
Perhaps Frank had finally persuaded Elizabeth to seek professional help.
Then, it dawned on Natalie that perhaps he was still with Elizabeth today! She pursed her lips, holding back her laughter. She immediately messaged Brandon to share the progress in Frankâs love life.
âWhat are you laughing about? You look like you won the lottery.â Tasha didnât intend to interrupt Natalieâs good time but she still put the document in front of her. âIâm afraid you wonât be able to keep that smile when you see Estellaâs feedback.â
Natalieâs smile disappeared. Her expression immediately changed at the mention of the dresses. âThatâs impossible. Estella was very satisfied when I sent the dresses to her yesterday.â
Estella even showered praise on the dresses. Though some of it sounded exaggerated.
Tasha shrugged. âI donât know. She sent the memo to me earlier this morning. Here.â
Natalie read Estellaâs suggestions with a serious expression that gradually turned into a frown. âThese are really tricky. Estella is going to attend the event soon. If we make the all these adjustments she wants, it wonât be finished on time. Isnât this more troublesome?â
Tasha mirrored her distress. âEstella said she will drop by later. How about you two talk in person?â
When Estella arrived at W Marks, Natalie went out to welcome her, herself.
Natalie placed the memo in front of Estella. âMiss Lopez, whatâs the meaning of this?â Yesterday, you said the dresses were all right.â
With a smile on her face, Estella pulled Natalie until she was sitting down. Estella looked at her innocently. âThe dresses are definitely all right. But Iâll let you in with some good news, they has called and informed me and Iâm the winner of the prize. So I wonât be needing the backup dress and Iâll just wear the glamorous one!â
âCongratulations, Miss Lopez.â Natalie commended, gaze briefly veering away from Estella. âSince there is nothing wrong with the dresses, Iâll excuse myself. I still have my work to do.â
âHold on, whatâs the rush?â Estella pulled Natalie down again. She regarded her with a courteous look. âI have a favor to ask you.â
Natalieâs eyelids twitched. She knew Estella. Whatever it was she wanted, it would most probably be complicated. âIâm still at work. I donât want to discuss anything thatâs not work-related during my work hours.â Natalieâs lips stretched to a small smile.
Estellaâs expression changed. Raising her chin, she snorted. âThen I want the dress to be altered now! Change the color of the dress! It should be ready for me to wear tomorrow!â
Natalie squeezed her eyes shut and breathed deeply before asking, âFine. What do you want?â
Estellaâs face brightened as she beamed with ple@sure. She took Natalieâs hand between hers and held onto it. She began discussing what she really wanted. âIâve decided to write a new novel based on you and Brandon. But Iâm having a hard time picturing the main characterâs archetype. Iâve tried to ask Brandon for help several times but your husband refused all my requests. Heâs too aloof. He even told the Larson Group to blacklist me. I really have no other choice but to come to you for help.â
Natalie already guessed that Estella was up to no good. If Brandon refused her, it only meant he wasnât interested in how she was collecting her materials for the novel.
âI donât think I can help you with this. Brandon is a very private person. He will not like it if I agree to help you on his behalf but without even asking him.â Considering how awkward the situation was, Natalie tried to be careful with her words. âAs you know, rich and powerful families are always complicated. I donât have the right to make a decision.â
Estella rolled her eyes and caught a glimpse of the lunch box on Natalieâs table. âWhatâs that?â
Before Natalie could stop her, Estella already reached over and took the lunch box. She examined it, looking at it up and down. With a cunning look in her eyes, she said, âI guess it must be for Brandon.â
She pursed her lips, feigning a miserable expression. âWeâve got along well, and I consider you a friend of mine, Natalie. I never thought you can be so cold and heartless. You said wealthy families are complicated, but I know thatâs just an excuse. You just donât want to help me. Everyone knows Brandon loves you so much!â
Embarrassment was written all over Natalieâs face. She flashed a wry smile. âDonât believe everything you hear.â In the end, Estellaâs persistence won over Natalieâs hesitation. She agreed to let Estella come with her to the Larson Group to meet Brandon.
Estella was extremely excited because Natalie agreed to take her to the Larson Group to see Brandon. She also began to think about what kind of questions she should ask Brandon later.
The truth was, she didnât even know what he looked like. Even though Brandon was the Larson Groupâs CEO, he seldom showed up in public in the past. Even when he did and there were news covers, there were not many pictures of him.
He had only been seen in public more often after he got married to Natalie.
Natalie became a little worried when she saw the mysterious smile on Estellaâs face. So, she immediately reminded, âLet me make things clear. Iâll only introduce you to him. I wonât participate in your persuading him; youâre going to have to do that yourself.â
Estella held Natalieâs arm as she gently said, âI actually wanted to talk to both you and your husband. You just foiled my plans, Natalie.â
âBelieve it or not, I can always break my promise and have no problem with it,â Natalie firmly stated. There was a hint of coldness in her eyes as she pretended to look threatening.
Estella quickly nodded. âI know. Iâll behave, okay?â
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