Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother

Chapter 35: Briena’s Hospital Visit

Justin had been deeply engrossed in his work, forcing himself to block out any thoughts of Natalie.

But just when he thought he had succeeded, his cellphone rang. The name "Mr. Ford" flashed on the screen, surprising him.

He quickly answered, "Yes, Mr. Ford?" only to be met with the displeased voice of the old man. "Aiden, is this how you treat my granddaughter, your wife?"

Justin was taken aback and heard him again, "Is work more important than my injured, hospitalized granddaughter? How can I be sure that you would take care of her?"

Realizing what was happening, Justin replied quickly, "Apologies, Mr. Ford. I should not have left her alone."

"So?" Albert’s tone remained displeased, expecting more.

"I will be there right away," Justin assured him, already standing up from his chair.

He headed to his room, his hands working to remove his tie and unbutton his shirt, preparing to quickly change into more ordinary-looking clothes.

"Good, I am waiting for you," Albert said before hanging up.

Justin, meanwhile, instructed Noah, who had followed him, trying to understand why his boss had suddenly turned so serious. "Get that low-brand car ready."

"Yes, Mr. Harper."

Soon, Justin was dressed in ordinary attire and left in the unassuming car. As he entered the hospital room, his gaze immediately met Natalie’s. His heart skipped a beat at the sight of her surprised, beautiful eyes.

"Aiden, finally you are here," Albert’s voice broke the moment, bringing them both back to reality.

both aware of the unspoken tension

replied, walking further into the

to the chair next to him, and Justin complied, sitting down

to keep quiet and watch what

little angry not to see you by Natalie’s side, but I’m glad you returned the moment I called," Albert said,

also remember your responsibilities toward your family. You

calm

’He sure is good at acting. Just stay calm and composed and say a few convenient words

nod and turned to Natalie, his expression softening. "I must say, you found a good husband for yourself. I can trust you with

be thinking. ’He must think I’m just as good at acting. Sigh, what have I gotten myself into? This is going to

for a house, or are you still busy with work?" he asked Justin. "If not, I can

already," Natalie interrupted, hoping to

looked at her, waiting to see what kind of a lie she was

I’ve always wanted to have a home of my choice and I found it. But then this accident happened, and we haven’t moved in yet. Once I’m

genuine happiness. "Very well, then. I look forward to visiting your home once I’m allowed to

hesitantly looked at Justin, who only offered her a silent gaze, leaving Natalie unable to read his

Justin’s respectful and responsible demeanor, didn’t

other than being responsible, it was his attempt to avoid being alone with Natalie. They sure needed to talk about the home thing she had mentioned, but before that a small break, a time to compose himself, was

was all part of the act. She felt a momentary sense

she saw who entered,

are you doing

on my sister, to see if she’s hurt," Briena replied, walking