Natalie walked further inside, ignoring the annoying people along the way. Not a single person was approachable enough for her to ask about her grandfather's whereabouts.
She stopped a resort staff member who was helping with the party arrangements and guests. "Where is Mr. Albert Ford?" Natalie asked.
"Mr. and Mrs. Ford are in the guest rooms. Mr. Ford is getting ready, and they'll be out soon," the lady replied politely. "Please have a seat. All the family members will be here shortly."
Natalie went to sit at an empty circular table, while Ryan and John followed closely, sticking to her like glue, maintaining the distance not more than three steps away from her.
John's hawk-like gaze swept across the guests, missing nothing. After the drug incident, he trusted no one around Natalie and was prepared to act if anyone dared to try something again. His anger from that night had yet to subside.
Ryan mumbled, "Relax. We're both here with her."