Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother novel Chapter 357

Chapter 357: This Belongs To Your Husband

"There might come a day when Sephina will face betrayal from those she trusts. She’s too arrogant to see things clearly now... But when that day comes, when she’s left with nothing but regret, all I ask you is that- don’t let her die miserably... She will have no one left. She’ll be lonely, having lost everything..."

Natalie’s heart ached at his words. She understood perfectly what Albert meant — and she knew that day would inevitably come.

"I’m not asking you to protect her or help her when trouble comes. Let her face the consequences of her actions. I just want... Don’t let her die pitiful and alone..."

"I understand, Grandpa," Natalie assured him softly, holding his hand tighter. "I will do what you ask."

Albert smiled faintly as he added, "She wasn’t always like this... My mistakes, my choices, and so many things turned her into who she is now. She wasn’t a bad woman..."

"I know, Grandpa. You can rest assured," Natalie whispered, her voice thick with emotion.

Albert hummed again, his breathing shallow. "Now, the only regret I have is not being able to see your children... I wish I could live long enough to see them... but I know I have no time left..."

Natalie’s eyes filled with tears, her vision blurring. She couldn’t say anything — she couldn’t give him false hope, knowing the truth of his condition.

"Promise me... when you have children... bring them to visit my grave once in a while," Albert said, his voice fading. "That way... I’ll still get to see them..."

Struggling to hold herself together, Natalie nodded, controlling her sobs.

"Now that I’ve seen you... I can rest," Albert whispered, his eyes closing on their own as exhaustion overtook him.

Natalie held his hand tightly, feeling the warmth still lingering in his frail body, unwilling to let go.

The tears she had been holding back finally rolled down her cheeks, silently falling as she stayed by his side.

That day, Albert had finally taken his last breath. The news of his passing spread everywhere.

The next day, the funeral was held at the Ford Mansion, and everyone who had known Albert Ford came to pay their last respects — including many influential figures from the business world and other sectors.

The Ford family members were busy hosting the guests.

Natalie was there, accompanied by Justin.

Even though Natalie was no longer officially a Ford, everyone showed her sympathy as she had been Albert’s granddaughter for so many years — and everyone knew how much the old man had cherished her.

Although they had all come for Albert, many couldn’t help but glance repeatedly at the man standing beside Natalie — the mysterious CEO of NextEra. But given the occasion, no one dared approach him for conversation.

To everyone’s surprise, another unexpected guest arrived —

James Harper.

He, too, had come to pay his last respects to Albert.

Before leaving, James approached Natalie and Justin. He looked at his son and said firmly, "Take care of her."

Justin gave a quiet nod in acknowledgment, and James left without another word.

Everyone around watched with interest, taking note of James Harper speaking directly to Natalie’s husband — who nodded seriously to whatever was said. Whispers quickly filled the air, speculating whether James Harper was using this somber occasion to establish a connection with the NextEra CEO.