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 to

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

pay

knew what

no right to negotiate

don’t tell me the truth, I can send you on your way to see my parents.” If she could discover the truth, it

not scared,” Kenneth

was a cunning old fox through and through-especially when he

“You can pull it out, but after doing that, you won’t

came to a compromise. Oliver was going to return anytime soon; when

“Fine. I promise you that no matter what happens in the future, I’ll never

Kenneth. She knew how

past, she

I fail to do it, I’ll be struck

the verge of death tended to believe

upon her own life, Kenneth finally relaxed. His eyes were soon clouded, and he began talking. Fanny

he spoke thereafter numbed her

Her parents…