Though anger simmered beneath his composed exterior, Aiden held himself back. He didn’t want to escalate matters, not while Caryn was undergoing treatment.
Justin wiped the blood from the corner of Aiden’s mouth, then handed the stained handkerchief to Noah.
He smirked at Aiden as he said, "If you hadn’t been so careful about not leaving any trace for my people to collect your DNA sample, you wouldn’t have gotten hurt."
Aiden scoffed. "You could have just asked for it. After telling you we’re brothers, I have no reason to hide it."
"That would’ve been boring," Justin quipped. "And this is just the start. You’ll pay more for touching my woman when you took her away to register that marriage."
Aiden remained unfazed. "Sure. I’ll wait to see what my younger brother can do."
"You won’t like it."
"If you’re done," Aiden said, turning to leave, "I need to get back to her side." He paused and added, "I wonder... after confirming we’re truly siblings, how restless you’ll become to uncover who you truly are. Trust me, I’ll enjoy watching it."
Justin’s expression didn’t falter. "I’m afraid you won’t get that satisfaction."
Aiden smirked faintly. "Very well. That will make it even more interesting. Once you discover the truth about yourself, I’ll be waiting to see your reaction." He stopped to look back one last time. "But as your elder brother, I genuinely wish you never find out." With that, he walked away.
Justin stood there, watching him leave. Why would he say he didn’t want me to know? I will find out anyways. Living in dark, is something I would never accept despite how painful the truth could be.
"Mr. Harper, I’ll send this for a DNA test," Noah’s words brought Justin back to his senses.
Justin hummed and left to return to Natalie.
Meanwhile, with the nurse’s help, Natalie had freshened up and changed into clean clothes. The nurse reminded her, "Ms. Natalie, you’re not allowed to walk today. Please stay in bed and rest. Last night, you almost gave us all a scare."
Natalie could only hum in response. The nurse set up another IV drip and added, "Your breakfast will be here shortly. After that, I’ll give you your medication."
Natalie nodded softly, and the nurse left.
When Justin entered the room, he found Natalie lying in bed. She turned to look at him. "What’s the update about her? When can I see her?" she asked.
"Not anytime soon," Justin replied, sitting at the edge of the bed. "She’s being prepared for a stem cell transplant. It’s not just about her recovery, though—it’s about yours too. Today, you need to rest. You’re not allowed to leave this room. Once you’re better, you can see her."
A nurse brought in Natalie’s breakfast, and Justin helped her sit up. As she began eating, she said, "I’m not even sure what I would say to her or ask."
"When you face her, you’ll know," Justin reassured her. "Just ask whatever comes to mind, and don’t overthink it. You don’t need to worry."
Natalie finished her breakfast, and the nurse handed her the prescribed medicines. Just then, Leo entered the room. "Ms. Natalie, there’s a call for you."
Justin glanced at Leo, his expression questioning, but Leo stood firm. "It’s only for Ms. Natalie."
Natalie’s patience frayed. "Why did she leave me? Why was she—" free𝑤ebnovel.com
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