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.

leg has been this way for a long

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

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

fix your

Swish!

lit up. However, that spark of hope lasted briefly before fading

though he could pull some strings in the military, he

the medical

could not help but blurt out.

not

boasts.

should be abroad

Ol‘

Patrick could not contain his

his leg had taken a toll on him over the years, and he had been the subject of

Alexander could

indeed married the

the meal, Amber went to organize some project

usual afternoon nap.

on the other hand, sat on the

the kitchen, “Alex, c–can you

moment?”

up and went

me, what have you been up to all

smuggling while working on the ship?

caught?”

person. I came back to repay my debt to

protect all of you,” Alexander said with

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

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my

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

I’ll tell you everything in

then, the bedroom door

stood at the doorway and whispered, “Based on your recent

you must never hurt Amber.

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