Uncovering My Wife's Secrets

Chapter 3 Marry Her To A Cripple

Julian reached out and took over Annalise’s credit card and purse. Stuffing the card back into the purse, he said, “This is ridiculous. We’re getting married, but you’re paying for your own ring?”

“Well, it’s a fake marriage anyway-”

“No, you’re wrong. We must appear as a real couple in this three-month period at all times,” Julian replied. “But this ring is too expensive.” Although Annalise agreed with what he said, she still wanted to pay for her own ring.

“You can pay me back on the day of our divorce,” Julian suggested.

“All right,” she agreed. That much was fine.

After Julian paid for the rings, the two of them searched for a restaurant to have their meal. Julian selected a restaurant for couples.

After they were seated, Julian introduced himself, “I’m twenty-six years old this year, and I’ve never been in a relationship. I don’t have any bad habits. I like to work and enjoy sports. Is there anything else you wish to know?”

“No, that’s all. I’m twenty years old, and I’ve been in relationships before. Other than liking to sleep in, I don’t have any bad habits. Currently, I don’t have a fixed job. However, I do some odd jobs here and there,” Annalise said.

“It’s not exactly a lie. My mentors do make me perform odd jobs for them all the time,” she mused. When their dishes were served, Julian peeled the shrimp before placing it onto Annalise’s plate. Annalise immediately waved her hands. “No, it’s okay. You should eat it. I can peel it myself.” “Just eat it. In the future, I’ll peel anything that needs peeling for you,” Julian said. Annalise’s heart clenched suddenly. It hurt so much that even her breathing grew heavy.

Once, Benjamin had said the same thing to her. “Anna, you’re a girl. Leave the messy work of peeling the shrimps to me,” he had said.

Alas, all that was merely a sham, as Benjamin had only been after the shares her mother had left her. “What are you thinking about?” asked Julian, sensing Annalise’s disquiet.

“Nothing. Let’s eat!” Annalise came back to her senses swiftly and forced a smile.

“Everyone’s bound to encounter scumbags like Benjamin in their lifetime. Now that I know him for who he really is, then everything’s going to be fine. Most importantly, I’ve cut my losses. From now on, I must live well and be the best version of myself!” she vowed internally.

At the Barton residence, Kent ordered the housekeeper to tidy up the place, as the Parks family was coming over the next day..

“Dad, why are you so enthusiastic about this? I’m not going to marry into the Parks family! Not only is their eldest son already fifty-two years old, but he’s also a cripple who doesn’t hold a position of importance in the family,” Abigail complained as she sat on the couch while propping her chin on her hand.

said, “Silly girl. Of course, you won’t be marrying their eldest son who is over fifty years old.” Abigail rolled her eyes as she pouted. “Then, why are you making their visit such a big deal?”

of the four prestigious families in Jadeborough. If we can establish a relationship with such an

again, Abigail said, “Their eldest son isn’t in charge of the family,

great importance in the Parks family as long

don’t you marry Annalise to their family?” Abigail suggested disdainfully.

was finally getting the point, she replied, “That’s what we’re

This is a rare opportunity to become affiliated with the Parks family. Forget the fact the eldest son is fifty-two years old. Even if he’s eighty-two years old, we would still find someone from our

After a moment of thought, she added, “Mom, Annalise isn’t as docile as she appears to

left her, then she will have to do as she is told,” Kent remarked firmly.

Don’t use that stern expression on her and coax her properly. She’s open to persuasion, not

amenable to coaxing,” Abigail added.

the type to hold a

eight o’clock in the evening.

drunk and was lying in wait to taunt the

she returned. She did not

pursed her lips.

in, Bethany instantly shot

home!” Kent smiled widely.

Uncle Kent,” answered Annalise coldly

in the countryside by Kent

her. They would also frequently. starve her or feed her only leftovers. When she fell ill, they refused to

and your uncle doesn’t want to take care of you. I’m not going to feed you for

met her mentors, she likely

her back the

told her that her mother had left her 70% of shares in Moonlight Group, which Kent currently ran.

the condition was that she could only

furious when she learned of