Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother

Chapter 43: Sneezing

As soon as Natalie saw Justin, she quickly stood up from the sofa. "Let’s discuss something quickly before my grandpa arrives."

"What is it?" Justin asked, slipping off his shoes to change into home slippers.

"First, remember this is my home, and I’m the boss. Second, though we’re acting like husband and wife, you need to maintain a distance from me. No getting closer than one foot, and absolutely no touching me—touching is entirely forbidden..."

Just then, the doorbell rang, interrupting her from the talk.

"Seems like Grandpa is here. We can discuss the rest later," she said, quickly stepping toward him and grabbing his arm like a doting wife as they walked toward the door.

"You said no touching," Justin reminded her, looking at where she had wrapped her both hands around his arm.

"The rules are for you, not me. Remember, I am the boss," she snapped back, plastering the brightest smile on her face as she opened the door. "Grandpa!" she exclaimed, clinging even more lovingly to Justin’s arm. "We were waiting for you."

The old man’s face lit up with joy at the sight of them together.

Natalie let go of Justin’s arm and moved to embrace her grandpa. "Please come inside," she said warmly, while Justin glanced at his now-empty arm, still feeling the lingering warmth of her touch.

Natalie guided her grandfather, Albert, into the home, as she heard him ask, "Are you alright, Nat? I hope your grandma didn’t bother you after Briena’s interview with reporters."

He was clearly aware that Sephina would force Natalie to take a blame for it, and it worried him.

"She didn’t," Natalie lied and pulled out apologetic expressions. "But I’m sorry for worrying you. I was so caught up in setting up this new home that I completely forgot to check my phone."

"It’s alright. As long as you’re fine," his eyes scanned the drawing room. "This place has a lively feel to it. It really looks like the home of a newlywed couple. I like it."

"Thank you, Grandpa."

living room, observing how naturally Natalie played her role, so convincingly that she could

I will get you water." She turned to fetch him a glass of water, only to see Justin already at the dining

aback by how seriously Justin was taking his role, but she

a grateful smile. "Thank you, Aiden. Come,

reserved as usual. Albert, noticing

Justin replied

the man’s maturity and understanding. Justin was someone who

that her grandfather might ask something that Justin wouldn’t be able to answer, Natalie quickly spoke up as she sat back down next to him. "Grandpa, shouldn’t you be in the

perfectly fine now, so much so that

Justin, who sat quietly, clearly leaving

might not be safe..." she began, trying

want this old man in your home," Albert exclaimed, feigning

worried about your health. But if you’re sure it’s safe

didn’t seem too pleased with the idea. If her grandpa stayed longer, Justin would have to

left my bag outside the door. Could you get it for me?" Albert’s face brightened up, revealing that his earlier anger had been an act. He had

could respond, Justin stood up and went to fetch the bag, making Natalie worry that this rich man who probably got water brought to him by someone else and his bag carried by others, was now doing these things for her grandpa like

infuriating, I shall thank him for all

his eyes twinkling with curiosity. "I’ll also check the room I’m

she was relieved that Justin had been smart enough to bring his belongings with him, ensuring her

room before following Natalie as she led

explained as she stepped towards already opened wardrobe where Justin’s clothes were neatly hung. "Seems like I left it open," and closed the door, once she saw Albert had

and

then guided him to the guest room. "This is the guest