A Replacement Bride

Chapter 371

A puzzled Katherine said, "That's right. There's no way I'm mistaken. After all, Lab X used to be famous. Although I've never paid attention to them over the past two years, I still remember their name clearly."

She lifted her gaze and realized that Joaquin appeared shocked. Doubtful, she asked, "What's wrong? Do you know that laboratory?"

Joaquin frowned and narrowed his eyes. His usually calm gaze darkened. He parted his lips and spoke in a husky voice with a hint of gloominess. "I told you before that I only came to Fontan five years ago because I accepted a mission. Do you remember?"

It was because an accident happened while he carried out his mission that the fateful night between them happened.

Hearing that, Katherine appeared slightly surprised. "Did you come to Fontan to destroy Lab X at that time?"

Joaquin nodded. "That's right. When we arrived, there was no one in Lab X as they had retreated in advance. With that said, we still managed to confiscate some drugs. Perhaps they had left in a hurry. There hasn't been any news on them since then. I guess it's for this reason that they've been trying to get back on their feet. Those from Area Seven have been keeping an eye on them, but they haven't found any traces. I thought that those from Lab X would remain in hiding for a long time, but it seems that they've already started taking action in secret."

A sneer played on his lips as his gaze turned grim. "That laboratory has always been in some sort of illicit business. I guess the reason they wanted to collaborate with you was that they had their eyes on the new drugs that had been developed in your laboratory. You were right to turn them down."

Katherine rose from the chair and pondered on the series of incidents before saying, "Suppose that this is indeed Lab X's doing, the mastermind behind the laboratory must be someone I know. However, I can't think of anyone who might have this identity."

Joaquin wasn't surprised one bit. "This identity must be very different from what he displays to the public. That's how he manages to fool everyone, so it's not easy to discover it."

While they were analyzing the situation, Jayden knocked on the door. "Lunch is ready. Let's have it together."

Standing near the door, Joaquin smiled faintly and said in a gentle voice, "Thanks for the meal."

for him in front of Katherine. After a dispassionate grunt, he turned around

dining table, Katherine and Joaquin stopped discussing the issue as they had

the steak into pieces for Katherine, his expression darkened. Even the food he

up with it for a moment, he could no longer hold his displeasure in. "It's only natural that young couples love showing their affection for each other publicly. However, don't you think it's inappropriate for you to do so at

upon hearing Jayden's words, she started blushing. What's wrong with Joaquin? He

the other hand, Joaquin didn't seem bashful at all. At this moment, he was slowly peeling the prawns for Katherine. When he was done with that, he cleaned his hands with a piece of tissue. "Are you saying that I'm old, Mr. Hall? If

at that. He was displeased at the fact that the other man

life. You must have some prejudice against couples who show affection for one another. Why don't Kathy

loss for words, Jayden replied politely, "Thanks. There's no need for

he was perplexed as to what Katherine saw in him that convinced her to marry him. The doubt remained

lunch, Jayden asked, "What are your plans,

still up in the air, I'll probably wait a bit longer and

Joaquin said dispassionately, "That's right. We're just trying to unwind anyway. I don't mind staying in Fontan for two

had the urge to chase this man out of his house. However, he could only hold his fury in for Katherine's sake. He then nodded and replied, "That's a good idea.

"We've already troubled you so much for staying here, so you don't have to see

frowned but

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were many missed calls, which were all