Marcus remained silent the entire ride to the hospital, while Lincoln joyfully chatted with Natalie.


    Upon reaching the hospital, Lincoln''s enthusiasm for conversation hadn''t waned. "Nat, after we visit Sophia, I''ll take you to Walker Group and then to my entertainmentpany. Your good friend Olivia wants to star in a movie, right?


    "I''ve arranged for someone to select a script for her, and filming is expected to start soon. When it does, we''ll attend theunch ceremony together to support her."


    "Absolutely!" Natalie responded eagerly.


    Since the wee party, Olivia had returned to work, and with both of them busy, it was hard for them to meet up. However, no matter the circumstances, they would immediately be there for each other with a quick phone call.


    True friends don''t necessarily interact frequently; they prioritize supporting each other during important times.


    Although Natalie wasn''t involved in the entertainment industry, she was aware that neers often faced challenges from established figures.


    Even though Olivia was already a well-known model, there were others in the industry who were wealthier, more influential, and held higher status.


    Natalie worried that if Olivia transitioned to film and television without support, she might face difficulties.


    By attending theunch ceremony with Lincoln, they could show their backing for Olivia, signaling to the director and others that she had a powerful boss and the daughter of the Walker family supporting her.


    "Ms. Walker, let''s go," Marcus urged.


    As Natalie and Lincoln continued their conversation, Marcus approached them, casting a brief, uninterested nce her way. "Noah just messaged. Sophia has woken up."


    "Then let''s move quickly. Lincoln,e on." Natalie grabbed Lincoln''s arm and hurried toward the inpatient department.


    Marcus trailed a step behind, watching them as they walked ahead. Lincoln was about six feet two inches, with broad shoulders and a slim waist, embodying the ssic look of appearing lean in clothes yet muscr without a shirt.


    Natalie stood around five feet seven inches, with a slender and elegant frame, her long, straight legs entuating her graceful posture. Her hair was casually tied up, making her back look even more delicate and fragile.


    From behind, they appeared to be a perfectly matched and visually pleasing pair. Despite knowing they were siblings, Marcus couldn''t help but feel a surge of jealousy.


    He longed to pull Lincoln away and have Natalie take his arm instead. However, he knew he couldn''t act on this impulse.


    Such an action would only earn Natalie and the Walker brothers'' disdain. Having made a mistake, all he could do was strive to make amends and win back their approval.


    Marcus trailed silently behind the pair. Soon enough, they reached the elevator. The hospital was already bustling with people at this hour.


    Lincoln pressed the elevator button, and they waited patiently for it to arrive. When the doors opened, those inside exited first, allowing the waiting crowd to enter.


    The elevator quickly filled up. Lincoln drew Natalie close, shielding her, while Marcus moved to her other side, effectively surrounding her with protection.


    Both men were striking in stature, looks, and presence. They naturally drew the attention of everyone in the elevator.


    Someone recognized Lincoln and eagerly approached him for a picture and autograph. Even as they requested his autograph, their eyes kept flicking to Marcus.


    Marcus'' demeanor turned icy. When his gaze met theirs, it was cold and unweing, spreading an invisible chill.


    Those who initially wanted to approach him hesitated and stepped back. With Marcus exuding such a presence, they redirected their attention to Lincoln.


    Lincoln was a popr movie star with arge fan following. Whenever he ventured out without a disguise, fans easily noticed him.


    He regretted not wearing a disguise. Marcus had provoked him at the Walker residence, leaving him too frustrated to remember his usual precautions.


    "Lincoln, can we get your autograph?"


    "Lincoln, my mom adores you! She''s in the hospital. Could we take a photo? It would make her so happy."


    "Lincoln, we love you so, so, so much!"


    Facing the excited fans, Lincoln smiled warmly and patiently posed for photos and signed autographs.


    When the elevator arrived at Sophia''s floor, Lincoln was still surrounded by his fans. Marcus seized the moment to pull Natalie along and maneuvered them out from the side.


    Once they stepped out of the elevator, Natalie nced back. Lincoln was still encircled by fans.


    "Marcus, do you think Lincoln will be alright?" Natalie expressed some concern. Lincoln had shielded her earlier, so nobody initially noticed her presence.


    "It''s best if we leave now. If the paparazzi snap pictures and start spreading rumors about you and Lincoln, it could cause trouble," Marcus advised seriously.


    "I doubt the paparazzi would dare to take random pictures and fabricate stories," Natalie replied, clearly skeptical of Marcus'' warning.


    "When my parents hosted the


    wee party for me, there were so


    many media reporters, and the coverage was extensive. Everyone know I''m a member of the Walker family and Lincoln''s sister. There''s no way the paparazzi would dare to make up such stories."


    Marcus remained silent. While other paparazzi might hesitate, his own team wouldn''t. However, he realized deceiving Natalie wouldn''t be easy, so this n


    seemed unfeasible.


    tunderstand that


    "Nat, you must u


    some fans can be very intense and


    fanatical, Marcus said, shifting his strategy. "Lincoln has a lot of female admirers who see him as their perfect match. Even though you''re his sister, there''s a possibility that some of these fans coulebbe jealous and try to harm you."


    Natalie thought for a moment before asking, "Has any female fan ever done something bad to Emma?"


    She hadn''t been to Dithoria before and wasn''t familiar with entertainment news.


    The Walker family had always been somewhat mysterious to her, so she didn''t know much about them.


    "Yes," Marcus answered.


    He pulled out his phone, searched for a bit, and then showed Natalie a news article. "There was a fan who stalked Emma out of jealousy because Lincoln cared so much for his sister. She tried to attack Emma with sulfuric acid. Luckily, Emma''s bodyguard noticed in time, and she escaped without injury."


    Natalie took Marcus'' phone and, after looking closely, confirmed that what he said


    was true.


    Lincoln admitted that he hadn''t been the best brother to Emma. If his less-than- affectionate behavior could still provoke a stalker fan''s jealousy, then Marcus'' concern about the situation escting if fans saw him doting on her could be valid.


    Natalie wasn''t particrly worried about encountering stalker fans, but as the saying goes, better the devil you knew than the devil you didn''t.


    She couldn''t constantly be on alert for every stranger, and she didn''t want to cause problems for Lincoln. Therefore, Marcus'' advice was quite sensible. "Thanks for the heads-up, Marcus," Natalie said, handing the phone back to him. "I''ll message Lincolnter and suggest he leaves first."


    "Exactly," Marcus agreed. "If he visits Sophia like this, fans might start specting and misinterpreting things. It''s best to steer clear of unnecessaryplications. It''s beneficial for both Lincoln and Sophia."