Falling for my ex’s uncle novel

Chapter 92 72 % 1 Alex reached out and gently gripped my wrist , his dark , penetrating eyes fixed on me with a cold , emotionless gaze .

It was as though I were just a pawn , something he could easily discard .

No , wait more like a toy .

In the past , I wouldve had no hesitation .

Id take the money , walk away , and leave everything behind .

No need to get tangled up in this mess .

It was thankless work anyway , and who knows next moment I could lose my life .

Though Alexs money was generous , what good is money if you dont live to spend it ? But now things were different .

My mother was still sick , and I had already made enemies of the Harvey and Cole families .

Without Alex as my shield , I couldnt help but shudder at the thought .

I forced a half smile and looked at Alex , saying , Of course I dont want to .

What are you talking about ? This is the life Ive always dreamed of Is it ? Alexs gaze swept over me from head to toe , his voice laced with sarcasm .

I thought youd be scared by them and run away in a panic .

Well , I take the money , and I face the consequences .

Dont worry , as long as you dont kick me out .

Im not going anywhere .

A flicker of surprise passed across Alexs impossibly handsome face .

His lips curved into a playful smile .

Laurel , I do hope you keep that love for money alive .

Its a fine tradition .

I blinked for a moment , staring at him , then smiled back , Dont worry , I cant promise much , but my love for money ? Thats never going to change .

I didnt expect Alex to be so accepting of a woman who loved money .

Wasnt it usually the case that men hate women who were greedy ? They say that women who love money are shallow , that they corrupt the purity of love .

But in reality , its just a convenient excuse for men who are either too stingy or dont love their partners enough .

You should remember , Alex continued , that no one in all of Newton City is wealthier than your husband .

I couldnt help but flinch at the word husband .

Was he implying I was just after his money ? But then again , I couldnt deny that Alexs beauty was as tempting as his wealth especially to the rich daughters of other families .

But to ordinary people like us , money is what matters most .

Dont worry , Im not greedy .

A gentleman values wealth but only through proper means .

If its not mine , I wont cover it .

Alex nodded approvingly , his face breaking into a smile that was as enigmatic as it was captivating .

It was the kind of smile that made me want to run away .

As the evening banquet began , Alex left first .

Angela and I made our way down to the grand hall .

1/3 To Mar Chapter 99 Samantha was wearing a high end designer gown , beaming with a smile that could light up the room .

on the other hand , looked like a thief sneaking glances around , my nerves on edge .

Laurel , are you looking for someone ? The pets Samantha keeps around , I replied .

Angela went silent for a montent , and after a beat , her eyes lit up in realization .

She smirked .

Alex had them all kicked out Kicked out ? Why ? I furrowed my brow , looking at Angela .

Although I had my suspicions , I couldnt picture Alex acting on impulse like that .

Pissing off those rich girls didnt seem like something hed do lightly .

Because they just stood by and watched while I was in trouble .

Didnt lift a finger , Angela leaned in , excitement dancing in her voice .

I saw them being escorted out by Alexs people .

It was glorious ! Is it really okay for him to offend those rich girls on my behalf ? I frowned , a bit uneasy .

Are you kidding ? They offended Alex first , Angela took a sip of her wine , her eyes sparkling .

If he didnt take their lives , thats already showing mercy .

But this is a society of laws , I said , half laughing , half worried .

Exactly , thats what makes it even scarier , I blinked , confused , and turned to Angela .

I didnt think Alex would get this angry , either , Angela winked at me , her voice playful .

Mrs.

Herrera , looks like Ill need to latch onto your leg from now on .

I shot Angela a sidelong glance , knowing that even if I explained , it would be futile .

In her eyes , Alex was madly in love with me .

Just like he said , deeply in love , and he would never let anyone harm me .

But I couldnt help admiring Samantha , who seemed to be chatting and laughing with the guests , as if nothing had happened , standing obediently by Alexs side .

To everyone else , they probably looked like the perfect couple .

Halfway through the banquet , there was a sudden bang .

I turned to look , and saw a middle aged man collapse to the floor , his body twitching uncontrollably .

The people around him were instantly terrified , their faces drained of color .

I rushed forward , squatting down , and quickly shoved my arm into the mans mouth to prevent him from biting his tongue .

Laurel , are you crazy ? Angela gasped , panicked .

The doctor will be here in ten minutes .

If he bites his tongue , he could die .

I could feel blood dripping from my arm as the man bit down , but before the doctor arrived , his spasms stopped , and he lay 2/3 12 Sun , 16 Mar Chapter 92 I pulled out some medicine from my pocket and forced a pill into his mouth .

Just then , Alex appeared in front of me , quietly watching as I stood up with his help .

His calm , composed face showed a hint of confusion .

Do you know him ? No , I answered coldly .

Alex narrowed his eyes , his lips curling into a smile .

Go treat your wound .

If youre tired , you should rest in your room .

.

I nodded , but I couldnt help wondering if Alex was angry .

Back in my room , Angela tended to my wound , but I remained silent .

She eventually sat next to me , her voice soft with concern .

Laurel , are you okay ? I nodded , but tears slipped down my cheeks .

I wiped them away and took a deep breath .

Angela , do you ever wonder ..

what Quinn would have been like if he hadnt died ? Angelas gaze softened as she looked at me , her voice emotionless .

Someone as weak as him ? Honestly , he didnt deserve sympathy .

Her words were calm , almost cold , but I knew deep down , Angela had cared for Quinn more than she let on .

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