The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Chapter 349

Stephen also used to think that he was a paragon among men, but now, he did not dare to perceive himself as such. After all, he knew about Ethan. They were similar in age, but Ethan's accomplishments far exceeded his own.

Stephen only had the position he had now thanks to the Quinns.

What about Ethan?

He was an orphan that the Grand Marshal adopted for only three years, but he was on his own from then on. However, he stabilized Riveria, drove out foreign forces, and turned Riveria into the top province in the country.

George could tell that Stephen still did not have enough confidence.

"You should understand now," George said. "Neither you nor I have a way out. We must manage Riveria well."

Stephen knew that too.

This time, George was going to jail to shield him. What about next time?

be alone

fly back to the capital in the evening." Then, he

He did not want to marry, not yet, at least. Furthermore, the person he truly loved was not Rachel but Snow. Now, Simon and George were forcing him to marry a woman

owed George and the

a moment, Stephen was caught

having Stephen marry Rachel was Simon and George's last resort. It was the best solution

was going to prison to protect Stephen. Without him, only Stephen could be

had been crushed, and

get married. With a family, he would have no choice but to assume responsibility. Even if he wanted to flee, he had nowhere to hide

a flight back

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he arrived at the Lowes' residence, Simon and George were already there. Rachel sat by the side with a small smile as if

over when he saw him. "We've discussed it with Rachel. The wedding will be held in three days. Do

could not utter them now. He sighed to himself, 'I'll be getting married in three days. It's

met different women. Now, he was getting married in

wedding invitations prepared, and I'll send them to

from Metropolis