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.

for a long

that to me, Dad! I have a comrade who was

no lingering effects! I’ll

fix your

Swish!

spark of

veteran. Even though he could pull some strings in

the

could not help but blurt out. She had a

not just

boasts.

Alexander nodded and smiled. “He should be abroad now, but I’ll

to Ol‘

could not contain his excitement, immediately standing

a toll on him

Alexander could really

indeed married the right

Amber went to organize some project

usual afternoon nap.

other hand,

hesitated for a while and then called from the kitchen, “Alex, c–can you come

moment?”

got up and

bit her lip and stared into his eyes. “Tell me, what have you been up to all these years?

get involved in smuggling while working on the ship? Were you forced to

caught?”

kind of person. I came back to repay my

Alexander said with a smile, his eyes filled

close eye on him and found no signs of him lying. Then, she continued to

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changed my entire destiny,” Alexander replied as

years ago, taking a deep breath. “It’s not the right

trust me. I’ll tell you everything in due

bedroom door

“Based on your recent behavior, I’m willing to

doubt. But you must never hurt Amber. Otherwise,

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