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.

long time…” Patrick smiled

to me, Dad! I have a comrade who

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

fix your leg,” Alexander

Swish!

spark of hope lasted

Even though he could pull some strings in the military,

the

you?” Amber could not help but blurt out.

was not

boasts.

not.” Alexander nodded and smiled. “He should be

Ol‘

contain his

toll on him over the years, and

Alexander could really

had indeed married

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

usual afternoon nap.

the other hand, sat

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

moment?”

up and

me, what have you

on the ship?

caught?”

that kind of person. I came back to repay my

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

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

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life and changed my entire destiny,” Alexander replied

not the right time to

me. I’ll tell you

bedroom door creaked

doorway and whispered, “Based on your recent behavior, I’m willing to give you

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

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