Julian’s Stand-In Wife

Oliver wasn’t willing to take over the family business. He was happiest when he worked as a doctor.

But because of Kenneth’s deteriorating health, Oliver was forced to work for the family. Bogged down by the overwhelming demands of business, Oliver no longer had the chance to pick up his beloved scalpel.

Although Oliver never spoke a word about it, Kenneth knew that his son wasn’t happy working for the company.

He couldn’t even be with Diana, the woman he loved. Thankfully, he fell in love with Fanny, who loved him with all her heart.

Kenneth was delighted to see that.

But…

His sins against the Smiths came back to haunt him like a nightmare.

He was worried Oliver might find out about his secret, and that might drive a wedge between them as father and son. Therefore, he decided to come clean.

Whether Oliver would be upset or shocked wasn’t part of his consideration.

He was a father with a penchant for manipulating his son.

But right now, he regretted it deeply.

was about

for his son before he passed away. The only bargaining chip he had was the truth of the past,

willing to pay back the debt he

what

have no right to negotiate

me the truth,

not scared,”

through and through-especially when he knew

pull it out, but after doing that, you won’t find out anything about your biological

to a compromise. Oliver was going to return anytime soon; when that happened,

and said, “Fine. I promise you that no

just lie to Kenneth. She knew how

past, she was more than willing to swear

fail to do it, I’ll be struck by lightning!” she

on the verge of death tended to

Kenneth finally relaxed. His eyes were soon clouded, and

spoke thereafter numbed

Her parents…