Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother novel Chapter 405

Chapter 405: Announcement Of Engagement

Aeldric and Justin made an appearance at the event hall, and everyone paid attention to them. Aeldric was the most powerful among them, so there was no one who could dare look down on him.

Aeldric addressed all the guests in the hall and announced to everyone, "This is my grandson, Aiden, Alexander’s son. Back then, I lost him due to my enemies, but he proved that he has my blood running in him and made his way back home."

Aeldric refrained from using his last name, as Aiden was now known as NextEra CEO Aiden Handrix. He was sure that sooner or later, he would make him change it.

Aeldric continued, "Back then, when he was just eight years old, he sliced the throat of a woman who said something bad to him, and when I upset him, he even dared to point a gun at me—and even shot me. That was the day I decided he would be my heir and the next underworld lord that you all have to look up to."

Everyone clapped at this announcement, while Justin stood by Aeldric’s side—calm, composed, yet with an aura of power and mystery surrounding him.

Noah shook his head. Praising the demon for such a small accomplishment.

All the guests knew he was the man who owned NextEra Corp.

Then, Aeldric started introducing him to all the guests. After a while, a guest approached them. "Aeldric."

The old man, busy introducing Justin to someone else, turned to look at the man and smiled. "Collin, finally you are here."

"How can I not be here when you invite me?" the man, similar in age to Aeldric, replied. "See who’s here?"

Aeldric looked at the young woman standing a step behind Collin and smiled. "Young lady, it’s good you decided to return home instead of staying abroad."

A beautiful young woman with long honey-blond hair, caramel eyes, and delicate features. She was not just beautiful, but looked like a successful and confident woman. Her every action, simply her presence was graceful.

She smiled at the old man politely. "Good to meet you after so long, Mr Riverdale. It’s just that dad wanted me to help him handle his business, so I had to return."

"You did well. We know how capable you are," Aeldric said, then looked at Justin. "Aiden, this is my close friend Collin Harts, and this is his daughter Grace."

Justin had already recognised this man. He was a wealthy and influential businessman from an eastern country.

They greeted each other, and Aeldric said, "Aiden, how about you talk to Grace? I have some important things to discuss with Collin."

Justin had already guessed the old man’s intentions, but he decided to continue playing the obedient grandson.

As they were left alone, Justin didn’t bother to start the conversation.

Grace finally spoke, her tone sweet and polite, "We met when we were kids."

Justin didn’t care what she was talking about but simply hummed, his gaze wandering elsewhere in the hall.

"Back then, you were staying with your grandfather, and I happened to visit here with my father. We even played together and got along really well," she said.

Justin realised once more—it was about Aiden. He simply hummed in response.

"Your grandpa was really strict with you. Back then, I felt bad for you and could do nothing. I’m glad to see you are all fine now."

Justin could guess that the one month Aaron had spent with Aeldric must have been a hell of a torture for him.

She continued to talk while Justin was lost in his thoughts. When he couldn’t take it anymore, he said, "I’m sure you know why we are here."

"I know," she said with confidence.

"Then you must know who I am, and that I am already married," Justin said coldly.

Justin looked at him, already understanding everything. "Do you think you can truly make me marry that girl? Don’t forget I am already married." _{ƒrēewebnoѵёl.cσm}