Chapter 0044

Alexander told a well–intentioned lie. Given his real identity, associating with him was a double–edged

sword. He did not want to bring misfortune to Susanne and her family.

“I see…”

Patrick and Susanne both relaxed a little, although there was still a hint of disappointment in their eyes.

Susanne scoffed. “I knew it… You depended on others.”

However, she could not hide her approval of Alexander, and she discreetly placed a piece of meat on

his plate.

Patrick chimed in, “Connections can only go so far. You need to find some work on your own instead of

relying on others.”

Alexander nodded and continued eating.

Patrick had more questions. “So, how did you afford the Porsche?”

“After my service in the military, I worked on ships for several years and managed to save some

money.”

Patrick looked at Alexander, still somewhat skeptical.

He was in the military for five years, but…could a sailor’s salary be that substantial?

Alexander put down his utensils and spoke with a smile, “Dad, I really did buy the car. Once your leg is

better, I’ll get you one, too.”

The living room fell into an eerie silence.

Patrick lowered his head and remained quiet. Susanne glanced at him and wiped away a tear. Amber

abandoned her meal solemnly.

a long time…” Patrick smiled bitterly and did

that to me, Dad! I have a comrade who was severely injured on the battlefield with

fractures. Now, he’s running around with no lingering effects! I’ll get in

fix your

Swish!

that spark of hope lasted briefly before

though he could pull some strings in the

the

you’re not kidding, are you?” Amber could not help but blurt out. She had a

was not just making

boasts.

course not.” Alexander nodded and smiled. “He should

to Ol‘ Mare

not contain his excitement, immediately

on him

Alexander could really

had indeed married

some project

usual afternoon nap.

hand, sat on

from the kitchen,

moment?”

up and went

bit her lip and stared into his eyes. “Tell me, what have you been

smuggling while working on the ship? Were you forced to come back

caught?”

I’m not that kind of person. I came back to repay my debt to

all of you,” Alexander said with a smile,

close eye on him and found no signs

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saved my life and changed my entire destiny,” Alexander replied as ne recollected

ago, taking a deep breath. “It’s not the right time to discuss most things now,

tell you everything in

bedroom door creaked

at the doorway and whispered, “Based on your recent

never hurt Amber. Otherwise, you’ll have to answer

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