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 time…” Patrick smiled bitterly and did not

that to me, Dad! I have a comrade who

running around with no lingering effects!

your leg,”

Swish!

However, that spark

a veteran. Even though he could pull some strings in the

in the medical

Amber could not help but blurt out. She had a vague feeling

not

boasts.

and smiled. “He should be abroad now, but

Ol‘ Mare

Patrick could not contain his excitement,

him over the years, and he had been the subject of

Alexander could

had indeed married

Amber went to organize some project materials. Patrick returned to his

usual afternoon nap.

on the other hand, sat

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

moment?”

up and went to the

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

on the ship? Were you forced to come back after

caught?”

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

all of you,” Alexander said with a smile, his

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

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she saved my life and changed my entire destiny,” Alexander

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

tell you

then, the bedroom

the doorway and whispered, “Based on your recent

doubt. But you must never hurt Amber.

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