Falling for my ex’s uncle novel

Chapter 43 Alex raised an eyebrow , his expression calm but his eyes sparkling with amusement as he said , The Parks family , dont you know them ? 1 fixed my gaze on the man in front of me , my voice steady as I rep as I replied , Do I need to no one outside of myself could possibly know my real identity .

A sharp joli hit my chest , and after a long pause , I was certain of one thing Bonnie would know that my biological father was Maddox Parks , the head of the powerful Parks family .

Not even If Ronnie knew , she wouldnt let my mom struggle alone working multiple jobs to raise me .

After all , the Parks family wasnt just rich Maddoxs wife came from the famous Shepherd family , an industrial giant .

Kailyn , To ………… s younger sister , had the same bloodline , though one took their fathers name and the other , their mothers .

Even if Maddox refused to acknowledge me as his illegitimate daughter , I couldnt imagine hed care about a little pocket change .

Surely , even the scraps from his fortune could support my mom and me comfortably .

In truth .

Id often wondered if Maddox even knew I existed .

When my mom found out shed been deceived , she left him without a second thought , determined to have me , no matter the consequences .

But what I couldnt understand was why she let me carry l ry his surname if she hated him so much ? Yet , Parks wasnt an uncommon sumame in Nifelheim City there were plenty of them around .

Throughout my six years with Austin , I never mentioned my father .

To everyone else , my father was dead , not even my best friend Angela knew the truth .

The only thing she knew was that my real father wasnt dead at all .

So , I was sure Alex couldnt possibly know who my father was .

Then why on earth was he bringing up the Parks family ! This business card shouldnt belong to Angela , right ? Alex casually pulled out a card from his pocket and handed it to me with a slow , deliberate motion .

Isaacs not the type to hand these out casually I froze for a second , meeting his gaze .

His smile was still there , but there was something odd about tone was there a hint of bitterness in it ? Or was it just a feeling , or perhaps his possessiveness ! Austin was the same way back then , unable to stand the thought of me interacting with any other man , even his friends .

But it wasnt because he loved me no , it was something else .

I shrugged , glancing at Alex with a detached expression .

Its the contact I asked for compensation .

Alex furrowed his brow slightly , as if he wanted to say something but held back .

I scoffed internally , thinking to myself , Javier added me on WhatsApp , but I didnt add him back .

At that , Alex nodded with satisfaction .

A strange feeling twisted in my chest were all the men from the Herrera family so … chauvinistic ! Are you short on money ! Alex asked , his voice slow and almost lazy .

I rolled my eyes inwardly , but outwardly kept a calm expression .

I dont think anyone would mind having more money .

Alex then handed me acredit card , his smile light but firm .

I dont want my wife using another mans money .

Please remember that .

I hit my lip , took the card , and gave him a tight , somewhat sarcastic smile .

Anything else you need ! For now , just this .

The drivers downstairs , let him take you wherever you want .

Alex leaned back , pinching the bridge of his nose and slowly closing his eyes .

His long lashes flustered , giving off a lazy yet seductive vibe .

Alright , I said , standing up .

Just as I reached the door , I stopped and turned , hesitating for a moment before asking .

Whats this thing you want to announce tomorrow ? Alex gave me a confused look .

Hun ? Youre curious ? I couldnt help but chuckle bitterly .

This old fox loved asking questions he already knew the answer to He frowned slightly , then leaned back in the sofa , stretching out with a relaxed , almost sensual posture .

A devilish umile curled on his lips as he said , 1/2 0 Chapter 13 I arranged a marriage for Austin .

Hell be pleased My fingers tightened around my purse as I frowned .

I took his woman , and I have to make some compensation , he added , the words hanging heavily in the air .

I raised an eyebrow , a smile tugging at the comers of my lips .

With that , I turned and walked out of the room without a second glance .

Once back in my own room , my legs felt like jelly .

After a while , I recovered my strength just in time to hear the doorbell ring .

Reluctantly , I got up tower it and found Angela standing in the doorway , her face lit up with a mischievous grin .

Youve got to be kidding me .

You were in his room for an hour and didnt do anything ? Angela gave me a disapproving look I rolled my eyes .

Miss Adams , whats going on in that head of yours ! Beena while since youve had some fun , huh ? Angela raised an eyebrow , flashing a flirtatious smile .

So , is Alex inviting the Adams family to the dinner tomorrow ? Angela nodded , her playful smile suddenly fading as she grabbed my arm , her eyes boring into mine .

Mr.

Herreras always been low key .

Is he going to reveal your identity ? Definitely not .

I didnt hesitate for a second .

Angela blinked , clearly confused and suspicious .

was certain because I knew that crafty old fox would never put himself in the fire .

1 sighed lightly .

Alex said he took Austins woman and needs to make some compensation Compensation ? Angelas lips curled into a smirk .

Didnt know he was so nice .

I broke up with Austin .

Why does Alex need to make compensation ? Its like he thinks I did something wrong .

I frowned , suddenly remembering Maliyahs job .

That bastard even got Maliyah fired .

Do you know any lawyers ? What happened ? I was about to speak when my phone buzzed .

It was a message from Maliyah .

[ Youre amazing ! The com company paid me my salary and even gave me an extra three months pay .

] I stared at the message , confused what had I done ? Before I could reply , another message came through .

[ Lets grab barbecue tonight .

Im treating , same old place .

Dont be late .

] [ Okay .

Angela watched me , all curiosity now .

Whats going on with Maliyah ? What did that jerk do now ? 1 frowned and glanced around cautiously .

Angela , does this restaurant have any micro surveillance cameras ?