Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother novel Chapter 346

Chapter 346: Mysterious Husband

Natalie tried to speak. "You two..."

"We knew each other even before I got to know you, Natalie," the Queen said. "But that’s a long story. For now, you are the center of attention this evening, so enjoy it."

Natalie glanced at Justin, who simply looked back at her, his expression unreadable. But in her mind, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of complaint—why had he hidden this from her?

Just then, Howard approached them.

"Your Majesty," Howard addressed the Queen, "may I speak with you for a moment?"

The Queen hummed in acknowledgment and turned to Natalie. "Take care of our guest," she said, referring to Justin.

Natalie nodded, and the Queen walked away with Howard.

"Sister, you didn’t inform me about tonight’s event beforehand," Howard began.

"I wanted it to be a surprise for everyone. Even Natalie wasn’t aware of it," the Queen replied calmly.

"Sister, back then, we found Carmen’s body. Are you sure this girl is Carmen’s daughter when Carmen is no longer with us?" Howard asked.

"I am certain of it," the Queen said, turning to Howard, her gaze meeting his directly. "And Carmen is alive. Back then, I don’t know who played such a dirty trick on me, but I won’t be deceived again. I have found my daughter, and I will bring her back soon."

Howard was momentarily taken aback. Though her tone remained calm, there was an unmistakable warning in her eyes. Regaining his composure, he said, "We should really find out who was behind it and ensure they are punished."

"I think the same," the Queen replied.

"I promise you, I will bring the culprit to you soon. Leave it to me," Howard said.

"I look forward to it," the Queen responded.

I need to find someone to take the fall before things turn against me, Howard thought as he continued his conversation with the Queen.

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Meanwhile, Natalie and Justin were talking.

"So, Mr. Harper, you already knew about the Queen’s plan for the evening, and that’s why you made me dress up like this," Natalie said. But it was more of a conclusion than a question.

"My wife is a princess, so she should be the most dazzling one wherever she goes," Justin replied as he stepped closer, leaning his face toward hers. "Did you not like it?"

Natalie remained rooted in place, meeting his gaze closely. "Mind your actions, Mr. Harper. I am the princess here, and I need to maintain an image."

"Who can object to you being close to your husband?"

"As long as everyone knows you are my husband, no one would object, but..." she shrugged and stepped back, "my husband prefers to remain mysterious, so I’ll help him keep up the act."

"Do you want everyone to know?" he asked as he leaned back.

"I would love to, but once they find out you’re Justin Harper, no one will leave you alone. I don’t want them taking my husband’s time when it belongs to me," she added.

He raised a brow. "Greedy, aren’t we?"

"Do you really want to show yourself and let the entire world know the identity of James Harper’s mysterious son?" she teased.

The corner of his lips curved into a light smirk. "Who said I’ll be introducing myself as Justin Harper?"

Grandma brought her here and even introduced her to a handsome man, while she never did anything like this for me, Charlotte thought bitterly, biting her lip in frustration. She couldn’t help but stare at Justin. He was undoubtedly the most handsome man she had ever seen. And if the Queen knew him, he was definitely someone important.