Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 1137:

But now, Connor saw the truth. Aelfric wanted to use Derek to trace Dr. Finley’s whereabouts and secretly obtain the collaboration results between the Daniels Group and Windsoul Robots.

“Derek’s father is still alive,” Connor said, his voice as smooth as velvet over steel. “Though I lead the Daniels family, I can’t just elbow aside his biological father when it comes to matters as personal as marriage. Aren’t you approaching the wrong person?”

“I’m well aware of that,” Aelfric replied, his tone unfaltering. “But since Derek’s father is currently being held in confinement by you, I had no choice but to bring this matter to you. Melinda and Derek are truly in love, and they want to move forward with the wedding. Surely you can understand that.”

“Ah, so discussing marriage is merely the cover story. What you’re really here for is to prod me into releasing Derek, isn’t it?” Connor leaned back, his smile sharp enough to cut glass.

Aelfric mirrored his smile, though his was softer, more measured. “Mr. Daniels, I mean no offense, but Derek is your nephew. While discipline is important, surely you wouldn’t let it come at the cost of his lifelong happiness?”

that, I suppose there’s no reason to refuse,” Connor said, his voice laced with

to write a ten-thousand-word letter of repentance and endure one hundred lashes before being released.” Connor had been planning to let Neil’s family go anyway, eager to see how Neil would reach out to the shady organization once freed. Aelfric’s request simply provided the perfect

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it easy on them—there had

nod before hurrying off to

turned back to Aelfric, his smirk firmly in place. “Anything

but a gnawing unease began to take root

him looking like roadkill. With his delicate frame, he’ll be bedridden for weeks. You’ll ruin any chance of him looking the part of the dashing groom. Need I remind you of the engagement party fiasco? The internet trolls are still feasting on that disaster.

had become a pawn of the shady organization, one thing remained steadfast—his devotion to his sister. No matter how dire his situation, he was determined to secure

fiasco had been a disaster, and he still burned with regret. This time, he

frame Marissa sent fury coursing through his veins. His response to Aelfric was as sharp and final