Lost and Found: Return of My Mysterious Fiancee by KIKI

Chapter 851: My Name is Ruud Brookes

Jared stared at the phone, his brows furrowed after the call abruptly ended.

What the hell was going on?

He shoved the phone back into his pocket, about to stop Tina from drinking more, when a commotion erupted outside the front door. "Our master has given orders-no one from the Pace family, nor any dogs, is allowed inside!" one of the guards at the gate shouted.

A domineering voice echoed in response. "You think your puny frame can stop me?"

The guard fell silent.

Stop him? No, they couldn't. But letting him in wasn't allowed either.

Ruud snorted and strode forward. Before he even reached the door, several guards surrounded him, forming a tight circle.

Ruud raised a finger, gesturing toward Gabe and Armel, who stood behind him. The two men exchanged a look and immediately sprang into action. Each grabbed two guards, throwing an arm around their shoulders like they were old friends. "Brothers," Gabe said with a grin, "why don't we chat about life instead? No need to waste your energy on a thankless job."

The four guards, all martial arts champions, froze in shock.

What the hell just happened?

They were seasoned fighters, yet they couldn't even budge against these two men.

Before they could comprehend their predicament, Gabe and Armel dragged them to the side like they were escorting toddlers.

Helpless, the guards could only watch as Ruud strolled straight into the Brookes family home.

"Hey! You can't go in!" one of the guards shouted weakly, his voice tinged with desperation.

Without breaking stride, Gabe pulled a cigarette from his pocket, lit it, and shoved it into the guard's mouth.

The guard was too stunned to respond.

Ruud, unbothered by the chaos behind him, walked into the Brookes family's dining room as if he owned the place. The family was still enjoying their meal, the clinking of chopsticks and casual conversation filling the air. Ruud sat down at the table, setting the backpack he carried under his chair.

"Father," he said, addressing Ian with a broad smile, "you're eating? Perfect timing. I haven't had dinner yet."

Ian's face darkened instantly. "What is your face made of?"

Ruud reached for a chicken drumstick, took a bite, and replied nonchalantly, "Stone walls."

Ian was utterly speechless.

chopsticks onto the table, his face

Didn't you see the massive banner outside? It says, 'No

been Brandon's idea, hung up just before dinner to stop Ruud from barging in.

chair, grabbed an unopened beer in front of Scarlett, and cracked it open with ease. He took a long drink, visibly enjoying

bottle down. "Haven't had beer

for the sign and his audacity to act like this

to you!" Brandon yelled, pointing at

"Oh, you

hell did you

the Pace family anymore, so those words

Brandon's jaw dropped.

"Are you insane?!"

red booklet.

I'm Ruud

fumbling to open the

it was, clear as day: "Ruud

serious?!" Brandon shouted, his disbelief

records had always been separate. Now, his original name was listed as "formerly known as." Brandon stared at

a headache this would be? Updating bank accounts, property deeds, military records-especially as General Praevion-would be a bureaucratic nightmare! Ian, seated at the head of the table, took the registry

He couldn't believe it.

had actually done

Did Leo know?

tension, Ruud took another bite of chicken, his eyes scanning the room. His gaze finally landed on

he bowed

my word. As long as Natalie is safe and happy, I'll do whatever it

I caused, I'll give it to her without hesitation. But before that, marrying her is non-negotiable." The room

the flippant man they had just seen. He stood tall, exuding the commanding aura of a seasoned general. Yet, here in the Brookes family home, he softened it, his sincerity evident in every word. Ian was at

didn't want to marry his daughter

this man-he

changed his

Ian

bottles of beer, her cheeks flushed a deep red. She swayed slightly, leaning on the table, her

and then at

and the others were equally stunned

around the dinner table was gone. Suddenly, Tina slammed her hand

expression sharp, and barked,

"...???"

she slammed the table again,

"I said, ATTENTION!"