Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother

Chapter 84: You Never Truly Loved Me, Did You?

Ivan Brown, he was looking for his friend Steve Davis but happened to stumble with Natalie who was clearly displeased to see him. He briefly observed her.

He paused, his gaze sweeping over her as if seeing her for the first time in a long while, and briefly observed her.

The double-breasted blazer, with gold buttons adding a touch of sophistication. Underneath, she wore a delicate ivory silk camisole that peeks out subtly, offering a soft contrast to the structured jacket.

High-waisted slim-fit trousers, made from matching fabric, tapering gracefully to just above the ankle, showcasing her black pointed-toe stiletto heels, which elevate the entire look with understated glamour.

Her hair was neatly styled into a low, sleek bun, emphasizing her sharp features and adding a polished, refined touch to her overall appearance. A soft nude lip, a hint of blush for a natural glow, and subtle eyeliner to define her eyes completed her look—minimal yet flawless.

She wore simple, delicate jewelry: pearl earrings and a thin gold bracelet that complemented her refined, modern aesthetic.

Though others might overlook her understated elegance, to Ivan, she suddenly looked strikingly beautiful.

Natalie, ignoring him, was about to change her path when Ivan called out, "What are you doing here?"

"None of your business," she shot back, her tone icy.

"Just because you’re the CEO of a failing company doesn’t mean you deserve to be here," he retorted, attempting to mask the brief attraction he felt by attacking her with a bitter remark.

He reminded himself—Briena was far more beautiful than Natalie.

eyes narrowed. "Being the CEO of a company that was nearly bankrupt but was saved by my perfume creation gives you no right to mock me either. Also, if I can save one bankrupt company once, I can do it again. But what can you do, rely on your current finance to create a miracle product for you?" Natalie scoffed, "Given how

response caught Ivan off guard. He stood speechless for a moment. Ever since their disastrous wedding day, Natalie had directed all her anger at Briena, which he had assumed was because Briena

"You betrayed me with another man, and you

glad I chose another man over one who didn’t trust me and got rid of me

the same words Justin said and wished to check Ivan’s reaction by

than he expected. For a moment, he

heart ache, Natalie asked, "You never truly loved

for a response, but before he could say anything, Briena appeared by his side. "Ivan, what are you doing here? Grandma’s waiting to

Natalie for a beat longer before walking away with

desserts. She sat down and commented

still thinking about something and mumbled, "Was he

am not sure who you are referring to, but I can tell that Jerk

marry me? If he didn’t love me, why would he go through

to which

all those messages, the way he comforted me when I was away..." Natalie trailed off, feeling the

with your head. You’ll move past this, trust me." She pushed the dish toward Natalie with a grin. "Besides, I

up a spoon and fed her a bite. "Sometimes I feel like

the tasty desert along with her pain and smiled at her friend, her eyes still moist, "You are such a

own mouth. "Don’t get all mushy on me. Eat with your own hands—I’m starving too!" She chewed, her eyes lighting up. "Oh my god, this is so good, I think my

"Shh! Watch your

they already must think I am a nasty young daughter of a rich family as well. Works for me—keeps all the