Chapter 0044

Alexander told a well–intentioned lie. Given his real identity, associating with him was a double–edged sword. He did not want to bring misfortune to Susanne and her family.

“I see…”

Patrick and Susanne both relaxed a little, although there was still a hint of disappointment in their eyes.

Susanne scoffed. “I knew it… You depended on others.”

However, she could not hide her approval of Alexander, and she discreetly placed a piece of meat on his plate.

Patrick chimed in, “Connections can only go so far. You need to find some work on your own instead of relying on others.”

Alexander nodded and continued eating.

Patrick had more questions. “So, how did you afford the Porsche?”

“After my service in the military, I worked on ships for several years and managed to save some money.”

Patrick looked at Alexander, still somewhat skeptical.

He was in the military for five years, but…could a sailor’s salary be that substantial?

Alexander put down his utensils and spoke with a smile, “Dad, I really did buy the car. Once your leg is better, I’ll get you one, too.”

The living room fell into an eerie silence.

Patrick lowered his head and remained quiet. Susanne glanced at him and wiped away a tear. Amber abandoned her meal solemnly.

“Sigh… My leg has been this way for a long time…” Patrick smiled bitterly and did not elaborate further.

to me, Dad! I have a comrade who was severely injured on the battlefield with multiple bone fractures. Now, he’s running around with no lingering effects! I’ll get in touch with an expert who’ll surely fix your

Swish!

up. However, that spark of hope lasted briefly before fading away.

after all, was a veteran. Even though he could pull some strings in the military, he

out. She had

boasts.

and smiled. “He should be abroad now, but I’ll arrange for him to come to Ol‘ Mare soon.”

his excitement,

leg had taken a toll on him over the years, and he had been the subject of

had indeed married the right one.

to organize some project materials. Patrick returned to his bedroom for

other hand, sat on the sofa.

for a while and then called from the kitchen, “Alex, c–can

got up and

up to all these years? Did you get involved in smuggling while working on the ship? Were you forced to come back after

came back to repay my debt to Amber, to protect her, and to protect all of

a close eye on him and found no signs of him lying. Then, she continued

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from years ago, taking a deep breath. “It’s not the right time to discuss most things now, but you

then, the bedroom

and whispered, “Based on your recent behavior, I’m willing to give you the benefit of the doubt. But you must never hurt Amber. Otherwise, you’ll have to

slowly.

office at the Chesire Group

his desk, asking, “How’s

and an arm in a cast. The days

a deep hatred for Alexander.

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