Trading My Ex for His Uncle by Hello Spring

Chapter 1299

Edward did not believe Mary's explanation. He stared at her blankly, his face expressionless. After managing the Nixons for so many years, his cold gaze carried an undeniable pressure.

Mary's anxiety was palpable. She nervously shifted her gaze, unwilling to meet his stare.

The silence stretched on until Edward finally broke it, his voice chilling. "If you don't tell me, I'll have someone investigate."

Mary panicked. "No! Please, don't!"

If anyone discovered that Vik was responsible for Brian's car accident, Vik's life would be ruined. And Edward would never forgive him.

But now, Mary had no choice but to tell Edward the truth. If she kept lying, Edward would surely see through it. She was trapped in a no-win situation.

"Since you don't want me to investigate, then tell me the truth," Edward demanded.

long moment before finally giving in. She spoke slowly. "Brian had an accident and lost one of

but quickly, reality settled in. His

an accident. He's really scared and

into a suffocating silence as Edward looked at her,

really think a car crash was just an accident? Don't forget, Brian is also

pale. She was too shocked to even cry,

a leg, then he should repay that with one of

done for him, he was demanding that Vik pay such a price for Brian. At that moment,

spoke with unwavering resolve. "Edward, can't you do that to Vik. It's clear nowe Brian is your true son. Vik is just an illegitimate

refusal, Edward's face darkened, his anger intensifying. "Mary, even if you don't contact Vik, I'll still

vet

you as a father! Do you know how we've been