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…”

a comrade who was severely injured on

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

fix your

Swish!

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

veteran. Even though he could pull some strings in

in the medical

you?” Amber could not help but blurt

was not

boasts.

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

Ol‘ Mare

not contain his excitement, immediately standing

leg had taken a toll on him over

Alexander could really

had indeed married the right

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

usual afternoon nap.

the other hand, sat on

the

moment?”

up and went to

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

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

caught?”

kind of person. I came back to repay my debt to Amber,

you,” Alexander said with a smile, his eyes filled

him and found no signs

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life and changed my

“It’s not

trust me. I’ll tell you everything in

bedroom door creaked open.

doorway and whispered, “Based on your

the doubt. But you must never hurt Amber. Otherwise, you’ll have to answer

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