Chapter 297 Natalie's Search For Emma's Birth Parents

William's question was more of a command than an inquiry. Even though Sky was in pain and filled with anger, he didn't dare speak up. "To answer you, Father, I have no objections," Sky muttered, his head hanging low. His voice barely escaped his throat. "Good." William was about to speak again when there was a knock on the door—three quick taps. Natalie and Mason, now dressed more casually, appeared in the doorway. "Dad, may we come in?" Natalie asked. "Father, we're entering now," Mason announced cheerfully. "Come in!" William's stern expression softened the moment he saw Natalie. He had been upset with her cautious approach earlier, and it had tugged at his heart. Natalie should be full of life and confidence, not constantly looking over her shoulder in her own home because of the scars the Langleys had left on her. "Come here, Nat." William's voice was soft and gentle, as though afraid a louder word might scare Natalie. Natalie pulled Mason along, and they quickly made