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?

would be alone in the

"Prepare yourself. We'll fly back to the capital in

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

and the Lowes. This was

was caught

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

was going to prison to protect Stephen. Without him, only Stephen could be the Lowes' pillar and defend

been crushed, and he lost all his

would have no choice but to assume responsibility. Even if he wanted to flee, he had nowhere to hide since he had a family, so he would have to face any problems

boarded a flight back to the

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

him. "We've discussed it with Rachel. The wedding will be held

head. Even if he had objections, he could not utter them now. He sighed to himself, 'I'll be getting married in three

getting married in less than half a year. Furthermore, it was

invitations prepared, and

Metropolis made Stephen feel even more