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.

averted their gazes, avoiding looking at each other, both aware of the unspoken tension that

Justin replied, walking further into the

to the chair next to him, and Justin complied, sitting down with an air of

what to do or say and preferred to keep quiet and watch what these two would talk about as last

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

focus on your work, but you should also remember your responsibilities toward your family. You can’t just

that in mind," Justin replied, his voice calm and

how smoothly Justin played his role. ’He sure is good at acting. Just

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

forced a light smile, replying, "Thank you, Grandpa." Her eyes briefly met Justin’s, and she could almost sense what he might be thinking. ’He must

a house, or are you still busy with work?" he asked Justin. "If not, I can call my property agent right away

house already," Natalie interrupted, hoping to avoid further

simply looked at her, waiting to see what kind of a

"I’m the one who selected it, and Aiden agreed. I’ve always wanted to have a home of my choice

look forward to visiting your home once I’m allowed to leave

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

feeling delighted by Justin’s respectful and

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 not a bad

relieved to see Justin treating her grandfather well, even if it was all part of the

while later, there was a knock on the door. Natalie assumed Justin had returned, but when she saw who entered, her mood darkened. ’I should have kept John around so I wouldn’t have to deal with

are you doing here?"

see if she’s hurt," Briena replied,