Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother

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. See

herself, her thoughts drifting. I didn’t even ask or check on the wound on his neck. He still wears high-neck shirts in this weather because of it.

secluded meeting place out of the city to meet his lookalike, couldn’t help but chuckle at Natalie’s

be embarrassed. I can imagine her red

in

quiet hum as his gaze turned serious. Finally, he was about to uncover the mystery

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the black car that Ryan was driving.

nearby. When he noticed her arrival, he turned to face her—it

Ms. Natalie," both men greeted

gaze resting on John. "Didn’t I tell

Natalie," he

"I’ve spent time in Xyros

John understood. He couldn’t hide anything from

John explained. "But as your bodyguard now, I can’t let you go to the Fords alone.

firmness in his resolve. "Alright." She then turned to Ryan. "Since John is here, you can resume your

to stay by your side per Mr. Harper’s instructions. He’ll need updates on your wellbeing," Ryan

longer worked for Justin, he couldn’t report

"Fine. Let’s leave."

the back passenger door for her, while Ryan took his place behind the wheel. Once Natalie

arrived at the private resort where the Ford family, along with close relatives and friends, had already gathered. Albert was present as well, having taken

up, with Ryan and John following closely behind. Natalie didn’t stop them, knowing they would stay near

almost put her in danger and caused John to lose his job and face punishment. She didn’t want Ryan to suffer the same fate if something happened

her. Their gazes were filled with disdain, yet despite their reluctance, they couldn’t help but admire her

A woman’s voice called

flaunting her wealth,