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.

My leg has been this way for a long time…” Patrick smiled bitterly

I have a comrade who was

he’s running around with no lingering effects! I’ll get in touch

your leg,”

Swish!

spark of

Even though he could pull some strings in

the

you’re not kidding, are you?” Amber could not help but

was not

boasts.

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

Ol‘ Mare

contain

a toll on him over the years, and he had been

Alexander could

married the right

the meal, Amber went to organize some project materials. Patrick returned to his

usual afternoon nap.

other hand, sat on

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

moment?”

got up and

his eyes. “Tell me, what have you been up to

in smuggling while working on the

caught?”

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

to protect all of you,” Alexander said with a smile,

him and found no

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

“It’s not the right time to

trust me. I’ll tell you everything in due

the bedroom door creaked open.

on your recent behavior, I’m willing to give

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

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