My Accidental Husband is a Billionaire

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Lewis frowned.

Keira glanced at him and nodded slightly.

She had already called her father, Uncle Olsen, and the Freeman Sect's leader. Both had responded promptly, showing just how fast things could move.

Now, the only person left was Lewis.

Keira moved closer, ready to explain her reasons, but Lewis spoke first. "If something happens to you, some people will take advantage of it, and others will distance themselves to avoid getting caught in the mess. But someone has to stand up for you. Since my reputation as a love-struck fool is already out there, I might as well embrace it."

Keira was at a loss for words.

Lewis was right. She couldn't overcompensate just to appease outsiders, or it would seem insincere.

If the three families released statements severing ties, it would look like a show…

Clearing her throat, Keira said softly, "Then I'm sorry for the trouble."

"Serving my wife is no trouble at all." Lewis replied with a soft laugh.

Their exchange caught Oliver's attention, and he sneered. "Dad, did you see that? My little brother is completely enchanted by this woman! He's disregarding the reputation of the Horton Group!"

Nathan's face tightened. "Lewis, if you don't cut ties with her, get out of this house!"

Lewis was about to stand up and declare his loyalty to Keira when a sharp "slap" interrupted him. He turned to see old Mrs. Horton standing up in anger, glaring at Nathan and Oliver.

Unaware of the full context, old Mrs. Horton was visibly furious. Her chest heaved as she pointed at Nathan and Oliver, shouting, "Both of you, be quiet!"

took a shaky step forward with her cane, directly pointing at Nathan. "Is this how I raised you?

Nathan was taken aback.

turned her gaze to Oliver. "And you! You're so cold-hearted that you abandon people at the first sign of trouble. And you still ask me for shares? How can I trust you with the Horton

Freeman Sect. They've distanced themselves too. Her own family and mentor have turned their backs on her. We can't risk the Horton Group being dragged down by

control you! To me, Keira is already my granddaughter-in-law. You two get out! And don't ever bring up

ten percent. The

pulled out his phone. "Grandma,

involved, but they cleared things up quickly.

their mistake. Next on the chopping block?

Group hasn't said a word. A reporter even spotted Miss Olsen at the Horton house, proving you're backing her.

used to buy their products, but

canceled everything I

I'd do it. The cost is

"…"

coming, and

Group is being condemned online. If we don't respond, our

Mrs. Horton responded resolutely, "Let it drop. Under Lewis's management, our stock has risen by twenty percent. A

Nathan was speechless.

could respond, old Mrs. Horton shooed

glances, sighed, and left

turned to Keira. "Don't be afraid,

Mrs. Horton and took her arm. "Grandma,

didn't want to add to old Mrs. Horton's worries, especially given her

"I knew you weren't one to shy away from responsibility. There must be something we don't

Keira nodded.