After receiving the order,the butler nodded and guided Audrey out.
As soon as Audrey left, Brandon whipped out his phone and ordered his men to investigate Audreys and Alinas identities.
After he finished, Natalie pulled his sleeve and asked,Are you suspicious of her?
Brandon caressed Natalies head and looked out of the window, watching Audrey depart. He narrowed his eyes and said coldly,Shed better pray she is my real cousin,or Ill let her know what torture is!
After finishing the loose ends, Brandon didnt delay any longer.He immediately brought Natalie to Franks hospital for a detailed examination. Brandon also ordered his bodyguard to drive the most ordinary-looking car to avoid being surrounded by reporters after leaving the mansion.
When they drove out of the mansion, Natalie saw hundreds of reporters surrounding the house. She widened her eyes in astonishment and gasped, Are..! Are these reporters here for us? Natalie slowly sunk into Brandons shoulders, trying to find a sense of security. There are so many people. Im scared. she whispered anxiously.
Brandon held her right in his arms. He lifted her face and told her gently,Theres nothing to be afraid of. Im here.
Natalie peeked at the crowd outside the window and quickly buried her head in Brandons chest. His scent gave a her sense of security. There are so many people. We will definitely be surrounded once they see us. We wont be able to leave then.
Brandons expression softened when Natalie rubbed her face against his chest.
He caressed her head and comforted her warmly, Dont worry. The window is covered with a privacy film. People outside cant peep in. Natalie breathed a sigh of relief. But when she looked out at the large group of reporters, she still felt a lingering fear that they might be surrounded at any time.
The car drove slowly out of the mansion and headed down the winding road towards the hospital. After getting rid of the frenzied reporters,Natalie finally calmed down.
She looked out at the scenery passing by and breathed a sigh of relief.
Suddenly, something occurred to her. She turned to Brandon and asked nervously,Those reporters are bent on digging up news about you. They wont give up easily. What if they found us in the hospital later?
Brandon was leaning against his seat and resting his eyes when Natalie posed the sudden question. He opened his eyes and pinched Natalies little face playfully.Dont worry.Frank has been prepared for our arrival. No one will disturb us, he said with a smile.
Natalie nodded. Ok, then Im relieved she replied.
A sleek,black SUV leisurely made its entrance into the subterranean parking complex of an exclusivemedical facility. Within, the bodyguard behind the wheel cast a hawk-eyed gaze, his expression tightening.
Brandon, sensing the tension, shifted his piercing gaze onto him, querying,Is something amiss?
Returning his focus to the interior, the bodyguard replied with a blend of reverence and alertness, Mr. Larson, the parking area seems unusually populated today. Perhaps itd be wise to seek an alternate spot.
At this, a wave of unease washed over Natalie.Could those extra faces be reporters in disguise? Have they tracked us down? she whispered, her voice tinged with anxiety.
Reading her distress, Brandons hand moved instinctively to Natalies shoulder, his fingers pressing gently.Stay calm, he murmured soothingly.Ive got everything under control.
Chapter 1567 Reporters Ha amiss?
120 Points at most Returning his focus to the interior, the bodyguard replied with a blend of reverence and alertness,Mr.Larson, the parking area seemsunusually populated today. Perhaps itd be wise to seek an alternate spot.
At this, a wave of unease washed over Natalie.Could those extra faces be reporters in disguise? Have they tracked us down? she whispered, her voice tinged with anxiety.
Reading her distress, Brandons hand moved instinctively to Natalies shoulder, his fingers pressing gently. Stay calm, he murmured soothingly.Ive got everything under control. Natalie clutched at his sleeve, her grip betraying her unease.
Casting a discerning look outside, where seemingly innocent pedestrians meandered, Brandon decisively commanded,Steer us to the reserved parking meant for the hospitals inner circle.
The bodyguard executed a neat turn, maneuvering them towards a more secluded section of the parking complex, where the crowd thinned appreciably.
Yet Natalies worries were far from assuaged.
What if reporters have infiltrated the hospital? What if they swarm us the moment we step out? Brandon gave her a reassuring pat, vowing,Before we set foot outside,Ill check in with Frank to ensure alls clear.
With a nod from Natalie, he promptly dialed Frank.
Almost instantaneously, Franks voice echoed.Have you and Natalie made it to the hospital?Indeed, came Brandons measured reply.Given that Natalies here, I trust the hospitals security is impeccable. I wont stand for any glitches.
A chuckle filtered through the phone as Frank responded, Relax. Today, I personally oversee the hospitals defenses. Dont I have your trust? Yet,recalling the unusually high foot traffic earlier, a nagging sense of foreboding clouded Brandons mind. His voice dropping several degrees cooler,he prodded, Can you absolutely vouch for the hospitals safety today? Have we vetted every staff member? Tightened the security net?
Hearing Brandons barrage of inquiries, Frank responded with a hint of exasperation but mostly reassurance,Look, our hospitals security is top-notch-it always has been. Just this morning,I personally led a sweep with my team. Weve scoured every nook and cranny and vetted every staff memberpatient, and even theirvisitingfamilies!There isnt a snowballschanceinhellthata reporter couldve wormed their way in. Relax. Lets focus on getting Natalies examination done, alright? With Frankswordsinstillingadegreeof confidence, Brandon signaled to the driver to angle the vehicle closer to the elevator bank. Feeling the fabric of Brandons sleeve between her fingers, Natalie voiced her concerns, her eyes large j with trepidation,fYoure certain everythings safe?
With a brief scan outside, Brandon signaled to his bodyguards to scout the immediate vicinity for any anomalies. Stepping out with Natalie, he murmured, Alls in hand; dont fret.
Yet, the familiar click-click of camera shutters from a concealed spot not too far off belied his assurance.
Hearing that signature sound, Natalies pulse quickened,and instinctively, she tried to usher Brandon back into the safety of the vehicle.We should split. Reporters are on our tail! Let me shield you!
With an ironclad resolve, Brandon gently ensconced Natalie within the circle of his arms, declaring,They wouldnt dare cross me. And with that, they proceeded forward.
Natalie, nestled within the fortress of Brandons formidable embrace, murmured, her voice betraying her consternation, I thought wed been so discreet. How are they still on our heels? Their dialogue was interrupted as they entered the sanctuary of the elevator, Brandons arm still firmly anchored around Natalie. Only once the steel doors slid shut did thetremors of anxiety begin to ebb from Natalies demeanor. With a gentle tousle of her hair, Brandon whispered, Its alright. Theres no need to fear. Her gaze flicked upwards,revealing eyes awash with a blend of fear and concern.Its not the reporters that worry me. Its your safety.
A warmth enveloped Brandons chest. With an affectionate, if slightly rougher, ruffle of her hair, he teased,Whats there to fret over with me?
She playfully swatted his hand away, smoothing down her now-disheveled tresses.This isnt a joke. If word got out that we were here, a horde of reporters might descend any minute.Make a swift exit before they rally.I can handle my tests alone.
Gazing down at Nataliewhose concer
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n for him was palpable,Brandons voice softened to a near whisper.Its a mere gaggle of reporters, nothing I cant handleI want you to focus on your examination, okay?
His fingers intertwined with herspulling her closer. I wont rest easy until you complete the check-up, and were sure youre alright.
There was a depth in Brandons gaze as it met Natalies, revealing raw emotion that one rarely glimpsed. When Natalie dared to return his look, the intensity of his stare caused her heartbeat to crescendo, and, flustered, she averted her gaze.
Spotting the telltale blush creeping onto her ears, Brandon, with a hint of mischief, tilted her chin gently,ensuring their eyes locked once more. Dont you trust me?
Shuffling her feet and allowing her eyelashes to form a veil, Natalie whispered, her voice tinged with hesitation, Its not about trust Its just that if they somehow breach our defenses and storm the hospital, how will you handle the ensuing chaos?
His fingers left her chin, and a sigh of resignation escaped him.So,you still harbor doubts, Natalie.
Witnessing the crestfallen look in Brandons eyes, Natalie felt an overwhelming pang of regret. She fumbled for words. I merelyI just
Hiding the turmoil in his eyes behind a curtain of lashes, Brandons voice retained its gentle cadence. Given your current amnesia, your skepticism is understandable.But let me assure you, the reporters wont be an issue. And as for Jeremy, Ill take care of him.
Natalies heartstrings tugged at the sight of Brandons somber demeanor. Before she knew it, her fingers clasped his tightly.