The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

The old man on the bed remained unconscious and didn’t react to Gwendolyn’s words.

Of course, Gwendolyn knew her father wouldn’t be able to hear her, let alone respond to her question.

She believed Kieran’s diagnosis was correct, but still, she found it hard to accept and wanted to confirm her father’s condition herself.

Tears welled in her eyes before dripping onto the back of her hand. Her sorrow was so overwhelming that she struggled to breathe.

“They’re animals!” growled Gwendolyn with a ferocious look on her face. How dare they hurt Dad just so they can snatch the right to inheritance from me! I won’t forgive the culprit, even if they’re my relative or someone I love or respect deeply!

“Don’t worry, Dad. I’ll get to the bottom of this and make the culprit pay!” Caressing the back of Marcus’ hand, she rested her head on his arm.

As her tears quietly seeped into her hair, she recalled all the fatherly love Marcus had showered her with throughout the years.

“Ms. Gwendolyn.” Leif stood at the entrance and carefully knocked on the door. “Your brothers have arrived. They’re waiting for you.”

“I’ll be there soon.” Suppressing her grief, Gwendolyn tried to sound normal as she elegantly wiped the tears off her countenance.

Just as Leif prepared to head downstairs, he was surprised to hear Gwendolyn ask in a small voice, “Did any of my brothers quarrel with Dad lately, Leif?”

He thought about the question and answered, “I think so. Mr. Treyton had an argument with Mr. Marcus about Ms. Weller.”

Gwendolyn remained expressionless as she listened attentively. “What about Asher?”

ago to discuss something with Mr. Marcus

Thanks for telling

Gwendolyn collected herself, she

center and was accompanied by Sienna. Sitting on the left side of the couch were Kieran and Treyton, while Lorelai was

at that moment,

the coffee table. Tear stains were still visible on her youthful but

Treyton. He stood

and I shouldn’t have attended a gathering of the Harris family. However, I was worried about Dad after I heard what happened, so I rushed here as soon as I could.

his eyebrows upon listening to her

your brother! Why did I never know Dad has an illegitimate daughter? I only know one sister, and

if

I know about this. Dad told me personally.” Asher raised his eyebrow. “Since she’s here, she might as well stay.

Evelyn sat

look in her eyes, Gwendolyn kept her head lowered and

brief silence ensued in the living room. Everyone was harboring

again was Asher. “Kiddo, I think we should focus on treating Dad’s condition first. Other matters can wait until

wanted to cancel tomorrow’s

don’t know anything about medicine, so we can’t help Dad in any way. We only need the lawyer representing Dad

her with worry in his eyes, Asher advised, “You’re pregnant right now. You need to think about your children, too. If you proceed with the signing tomorrow, you’ll have to shoulder all the responsibilities that come with it. You’ll be

Your body won’t be able to handle the stress. I agree we should delay the signing until Dad wakes

also agreed with that

“I’m not afraid of shouldering some stress. I believe my babies can go through this with us together. Uncle Gideon and Uncle Hector won’t hesitate to exploit this opportunity, you know. Someone