Chapter 177: I Am A Tigress
In the evening, Natalie was getting ready to attend her grandparents’ wedding anniversary celebration.
The doorbell rang, and when Natalie opened it, she found Ryan standing outside.
"Ms. Natalie, Mr. Harper will be late and will meet you directly at the venue," Ryan informed her, handing over a beautifully designed shopping bag. "This is the gift he chose for Mr. Ford, and he asked that you bring it with you."
Natalie accepted it and asked, "Any idea where he went or when exactly he’ll arrive?"
Ryan shook his head. "He just said he’d be there for sure."
Natalie nodded thoughtfully, and Ryan took his leave.
She peeked inside the bag at the wooden box nestled within. "No need to check—I’m sure it’s something Grandpa will appreciate."
Just then, her phone buzzed with a message.
Justin:Received the gift?
Natalie:Yes, Ryan handed it over.
Justin:
Good. I’ll be there on time. In the meantime, stay safe in the wolf’s den.
Natalie:I’m a tigress.
Justin:I know. The bite on my neck is still fresh to remind me of it.
A wave of embarrassment flooded her at the memory, and she quickly typed a reply before setting her phone aside.
running late.
calm herself, her thoughts drifting. I didn’t even ask or check on the wound on his neck. He still
Justin, who was en route to a secluded meeting place out of the city to meet
embarrassed. I can imagine her red
Harper, we’ll reach our destination in
as his gaze turned serious. Finally, he was about to uncover
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car that Ryan was driving. As she approached the building’s
he noticed her arrival, he turned to face her—it was
both men greeted
with a nod, her gaze resting on
Ms. Natalie," he replied
at him, "I’ve spent time in Xyros and have seen
understood.
be as concerned," John explained. "But as your bodyguard now, I can’t let you go
firmness in his resolve. "Alright." She then turned to Ryan. "Since John is here, you can resume your duties
have to stay by your side per
no longer
"Fine. Let’s leave."
the wheel. Once Natalie was seated in the car, John settled into the front passenger
resort where the Ford family, along with close relatives and friends, had already gathered. Albert was present as well,
was set up, with Ryan and John following closely behind. Natalie didn’t stop them, knowing they
her in danger and caused John to lose his job and face punishment. She didn’t want Ryan to suffer the same fate if
look at her. Their gazes were filled with disdain, yet despite their reluctance,
called out,
lavishly, clearly flaunting her wealth, with several relatives standing by her side. It was
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