Falling for my ex’s uncle novel

Chapter 135 When I returned to the house with the gift , Alex was telling the elderly couple about our marriage .

The reason he hadnt informed them earlier was that he feared they would object .

He didnt want to offend the Harvey and Parks families .

Most importantly , I was the woman he wanted to marry .

The room fell into stunned silence .

Most people didnt believe what Alex was saying .

After all , he was one of a kind .

How could he possibly fall for a woman like me ? Besides , the Herrera family owed me .

I had been with Austin for six years , yet in the end , they turned on me for an adopted daughter .

If I made a scene , it would bring shame to the Herrera family .

But did I even have the courage to make a scene ? Ultimately , from the way the elderly couple accepted Alexs explanation , it was clear .

I was nothing more than a shield for him .

This marriage eliminated the Harvey and Parks families hopes for him .

Neither family was offended , and outsiders would stop coveting him .

For someone like me , with no status or background , I was the perfect choice for his wife .

Austin suddenly spoke .

Uncle Alex , why do you have to marry her ? If you want a woman with no background , arent there plenty of choices ? Alex glanced at him .

Can you guarantee that those women wont be bribed ? What if someone finds dirt on them and causes trouble ? Who will bear that responsibility ? Austin hesitated , then looked at me with cold eyes .

Uncle Alex , arent you afraid she will betray you ? Betray the Herrera family ? She was with you for six years .

Did she ever do anything to betray you ? Alex fixed his gaze on Austin , his eyes carrying an unfathomable depth .

Alex said , Im not the kind of man who would marry just anyone .

Sometimes , the simpler the person , the harder they are to find .

With that , he reached for my hand , his dark eyes filled with an unfathomable tenderness .

The surroundings were completely silent .

No one dared to speak .

The atmosphere was heavy , and it was obvious to everyone that the elderly couple was not pleased with me as their daughter in law .

But they couldnt find any fault in Alexs reasoning .

More importantly , we were already legally married .

No matter how dissatisfied they were , there was nothing they could do about it .

At that moment , Kayden finally arrived .

When he learned that Alex and I had registered our manage , his expression darkened .

He said , Alex , how could you marry Austins girlfriend ? If word gets out , what will happen to the Herrera familys reputation ? Kayden , isnt that an overreaction ? Laurel and I got together after she and Austin broke up .

I didnt take her from him .

Of course , I admit I was inconsiderate as an elder and didnt give him a chance to regret it .

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Chapter 135 Alex glanced at Austin before continuing , As compensation , I have already arranged a marriage for him .

Now its up to him , to decide .

Kayden said , Alex , youre usually so level headed .

How could you be so reckless this time ? Hearing Kaydens words , I couldnt help but find it amusing .

Alexs own parents hadnt said a word , yet the man who usually stayed out of family affairs suddenly decided to interfere .

I wondered what the elderly couple thought of that .

Would they feel that their third son had changed , or would they suspect he had succumbed to the Harvey familys influence ? Kayden , who do you think I should marry ? Alex asked , looking at him .

Kayden didnt hesitate for a second .

Of course its Samantha .

You two have been engaged since childhood .

Now that shes back , you should get married .

The Harvey family has already made arrangements .

They plan to announce your engagement next week .

So , youre quite satisfied with the Harvey familys daughter ? Alexs gaze lingered on Kayden , but the usual warmth in his eyes was gone , replaced by a sharp , chilling intensity .

Samantha is a match for you in both status and appearance , Kayden said .

Amanda , who was sitting to the side , reached out and tugged on Kaydens sleeve , but the man completely ignored her .

Alex asked , What about the Parks familys daughter ? Kayden , what do you think ? Kayden looked puzzled .

The Parks familys daughter ? Wadiff Citys Parks family , Kailyn Shepherd , Alex said , enunciating each word clearly .

When Kayden heard the name of the Parks family from Wadiff City , a flicker of surprise crossed his face , but he quickly returned to his usual expression .

He said , The Parks family of Wadiff City and our family are well matched in terms of status , but they are not the same as the Harvey family .

Your engagement to Samantha was arranged by the elders .

How could it be changed ? Alex nodded , remained silent for a moment , then looked at Austin .

Austin , it looks like your father has already chosen for you .

The only question is whether the Harvey family will agree to this marriage .

He paused before continuing , I just hope you think it through .

After all , Samantha is the eldest daughter of the Harvey family .

Then , Linda chimed in .

Austin , your uncle is right .

Samantha is the Harvey familys heiress .

You must not neglect her .

And dont upset her over Rosemary either .

No woman isnt jealous .

Rosemary is your sister , but you need to keep your distance .

What do you mean ? Kayden asked Alex with a confused expression .

Before Alex could respond , Amanda eagerly jumped in .

Alex is already married , so the engement between the Harvey family and the Herrera family has been passed on to Austin .

Kayden retorted , Ridiculous ! How can an engagement be passed on like that ? The Harvey family chose Alex ! So what ? Alex is already married now .

Are you saying our son isnt worthy of a Harvey family heiress ? Amanda glared at Kayden .

I found it quite amusing .

If Samantha discovered that she had bribed Kayden to convince Alex to marry her , only to have her engagement passed to his younger cousin , I could only imagine how furious she would be .

Mon , 17 Mar Chapter 135 33 % +53 ) At that moment , Linda joined in .

Kayden , Alex was originally supposed to marry Gracie Harvey , not Samantha .

So what do you mean by passing it on ? Alex never agreed to marry Samantha in the first place .

If the Harvey family insists on the engagement , then why cant Austin marry Samantha ? If she refuses , then the engagement is off .

Simple as that .

I looked up at Linda .

She was clearly a formidable woman .

From just a few sentences , it was obvious that there was serious tension between her and Amanda .

She also knew full well that Samantha would never accept Austin .

Raphael furrowed his brows and tapped his cane twice on the floor .

The room instantly fell silent .

It was obvious that Raphael didnt like me , but I couldnt blame him .

After all , I had been with Austin for six years , almost becoming his fiancée , only to turn around and marry Alex instead .

It was a bit much .

More importantly , if this news got out , Alex would be utterly humiliated , and the Herrera familys reputation would be dragged down with it .

Raphael said , Alex , I do not approve of this marriage .

Before word spreads , go and get the divorce papers .

As for the engagement with the Harvey family , I will not force you , but I will never agree to Laurel Parks marrying into our family .

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