Falling for my ex’s uncle novel

Chapter 129 Chapter 129 自 You are really going to marry Kailyn Samantha lifted her gaze to Alex , her eyes locked onto his deep set ones , searching for the answer she wanted .

Alex pressed his lips together in hesitation , still saying nothing A bitter smile flickered across Samanthas lips , but it vanished in an instant .

Alex , if you want to break off our engagement , forget it ? Samantha smiled stubbornly .

Unless I does Alex furrowed his brows slightly , a trace of helplessness flashing in his eyes .

Just as he was about to speak , Samantha deliberately cut him off .

Dont wait for me tomorrow .

I will be at the Herrera family estate , she said before turning and walking away without looking back .

Watching Samanthas retreating figure , I felt an inexplicable weight settle in my chest .

I never imagined that the flawless , noble , and beloved Harvey family heiress could ever be unwanted .

The one who wasnt loved wasnt always the most pathetic .

I suddenly saw a reflection of my past self in Samantha .

But we are not the same .

Even if Alex broke off his engagement with Samantha , she would never lack suitors .

With her prestigious family background , striking beauty , and elegant demeanor , countless men would gladly line up to marry her .

Even if she got hurt outside , she still had a family that would cherish and protect her .

They would even stand up for her if she ever suffered an injustice .

And me ? When I broke up with Austin , my mother was so anxious that she ended up in the hospital She never once asked me why we broke up .

Perhaps she already knew .

And I never spoke about it either .

Just like all those years ago when those bullies beat me up , stole my things , ripped my books , and cut my hair .

They did it without hesitation because they knew I had no family to back me up .

Even if I was bullied , what could I dož I was never the kind of child who was sheltered and protected .

So I learned how to read people , and how to gauge their intentions .

I could tell , just from a single look , whether someone was kind or cruel , whether their goodwill was genuine or fike .

I never believed that anyone in this world would be willing to love me unconditionally , except for my family .

But in my final year of high school , Austin held my hand under the old oak tree behind the dormitory and confessed his love to me with deep sincerity .

He said he was willing to be my family , to give me a home .

That his love for me was like that tree , steadfast , unshakable , and eternal .

His words were so full of conviction , and I was so moved that I believed him completely .

I wondered if the tree in school was still alive .

1/3 Chapter 129 Come out ! A cold you youred for our of my tinggire lifted my gave to meet Alexs egen He was staring at me anently , his eyes gluing win in of aucement Youve been watching for a while .

Tired yet ? 1 forced an awkward silk and quiddy droook any head Nothing you want to ask ? flex waved me quietly I pressed my lips together and dook my head again eating an uneasy knot forming in my chest .

He added , If you dont have any questions , ready ? As expected , it was never a good dung when for acted seriously What is it ? I lifted my gaze to Alex , koking at him in confusion .

He asked , Do you really hate Semented Yeah I blurted it out without even thinking But the moment the words left my mouth , I regretted in .

Why was I so quick to speak ? But to be fair , I did hate her .

Not because of her says , but because of ber arropas untouchable demeanor .

The way she pretended to be gentle and kind in public but was ruthless and cruel behind the scener It was as if she were some kind of goddes , able to crash people with no background whenever she pleased .

The rich and privileged only have to put in the slightest effon to receive endless praise .

Theyre already standing at the top of the pyramid , yet they still strive for more .

How ridiculous .

They have access to resources that ordinary people could never even dream of Even when they already have more than enough , they still want to take from those who have little .

And in their eyes , the poor are only poor because they didnt work hard enough As if their own success had nothing to do with the family they were born into .

They stood at the top , looking down , pointing fingers at the people struggling to survive , blaming them for their failures .

If we swapped places , I doubted those pampered heiresses could last even a single day in hardship Why ? Alex looked at me calmly .

I glanced at him .

Jealousy , envy , resentment .

Take your pick Then do you hate me too ? he asked , his tone flat , his face unreadable .

How could I hate you ? Youre too good looking I squinted slightly , flashing a fake smile .

Alex really was handsome .

So no , I didnt hate him .

But I couldnt bring myself to like him either .

I never liked men who had too many women circling around them .

Even if they didnt actively seek it out , just allowing it to happen was enough .

Alex let out a cold laugh , his gaze turning icy .

Was he mad ? Was it because I saw something I shouldnt have ? Or was it because I let two women who wanted him tear each other apart ? 2/3 17:41 Mon , 17 Mar T M Chapter 129 Whatever .

At this point , I might as well embrace the chaos .

As long as I got rid of the biggest threats standing in my way , the minor minances wouldnt be able to top me Alex took the shopping bag from my hand , a smirk tugging at his lips .

You really are lealew , monit you ? 1 looked up reluctantly , meeting his unfathomable gaze .

My instinct was to take a step back .

But before I could , he coachet out and pulled me into the elevator .

He added , Arent you afraid that I might actually marry Kailyn ? I am .

I admitted , my brows knitting together as I held his cold , piercing gaze .

But I know you wont Alex stared at me for a long moment before scoffing .

You really think you know me that well ? Or are you just getting eð of yourself ? My heart skipped a beat .

I had prepared myself for this confrontation , but I hadnt expected him to call me out so directly A carefully laid out plan would never escape the sharp eyes of a man like him .

Laurel , youre not the same person I first met .

His voice was calm , but there was something unreadable in his eyes.

Back then , you were naive , foolish .

But now … youre unpredictable and clever , sometimes too dever ? Times have changed , I said , my voice steady .

If Im going to marry you , I refuse to settle for less ? Alex looked at me without a word .

The elevator doors slid open .

He smiled and said , Good .

You shouldnt have to .

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