Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother novel Chapter 390

Chapter 390: Heir to Riverdale Legacy

At the Riverdale Estate.

"We’ve received no response from him, Mr. Riverdale," the man in a suit, Kavin, reported.

The old man, seated in a high-backed chair, tapped his fingers slowly on the armrests. His narrowed eyes glinted with restrained intensity.

"The child is growing bold now that he’s grown up," he muttered.

His fingers stilled as he added coldly, "Seems like it’s time to refresh his memory of the past."

"Any orders for me?" Kavin asked, waiting patiently.

"Let him rest for today. Tomorrow, I’ll go personally to meet him."

"Yes, Mr. Riverdale."

Kavin left the room silently, leaving the old man alone. His eyes remained fixed on the television screen in front of him, where Justin’s photo was displayed prominently.

"You’ve been living in the Eastern Country... right under my nose... building your empire," the old man murmured. "And I didn’t even know."

His voice dropped, laced with both curiosity and challenge.

"You must be truly capable—to hide from someone like me. Let’s see what you’ve really got, Aiden. Let’s see if you’re still the same chosen one from the past—my grandson, the chosen heir of the Riverdale legacy."

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The next day, Leaving his penthouse at the top of the building, Justin finally made his appearance at the corporate headquarters of NextEra in front of all the employees.

Ever since the news broke, everyone was aware of who their mysterious boss truly was, and they had been waiting to see him in person.

The man who had once led the Harper Group and turned it into an empire was also their boss. It was common knowledge now: as long as they worked under him, their futures were secure.

Justin entered the reception area of the skyscraper, where employees had gathered to welcome him. Unbothered by the attention, he walked straight toward the private elevator that led to his floor.

People stood in stunned silence, unable to take their eyes off him. Just his presence was enough to command awe. Power radiated from him effortlessly.

On the top floor—reserved solely for him—Justin settled into his office. Harvey was already there, ready to report on company operations, while Noah quietly left to attend to his duties.

Some time later, Noah returned, his expression serious.

"Mr. Harper," he said, "the most expected guest is here."

"Let him in," Justin replied.

Noah nodded and left.

Hayden, who had been reviewing some files, looked up. "Seems like it’s your time to deal with the nuisance. I’ll take my leave."

Justin gave a slight nod. Hayden gathered his documents and walked out.

A few minutes later, the office door opened again. Noah stepped inside, followed by two men.

The first was an older man in a sharp, dark suit. His thick hair was fully gray, and he walked with a distinguished cane in one hand. Despite his age, he carried himself with commanding authority. His expression was unreadable, cold yet composed.

Behind him followed Kavin, his trusted aide.

Justin looked at the man, their gazes meeting finally. Justin didn’t stand to greet him while the man walked towards his desk carrying indifferent expressions.

"Seems like, along with your memories, you’ve forgotten your manners," the old man remarked.

Justin’s gaze, which had been fixed on the silver top of the man’s cane—adorned with the Riverdale family crest, a snake coiled around a sword—shifted back to meet his eyes.

"Allowing strangers to even meet me is already exceeding the level of manners I care to maintain," Justin replied coolly.

The old man stared at him, gaze calm but calculating—his mind clearly working beneath the surface.

"Then you must also know who you are... and why I’m here," Aeldric pressed, his voice firm.