The Crime Lord, the Wrong Bride, and My Return Novel

Chapter 5 Zachary looked like he wished the ground would swallow him whole . He threw his cane aside and slapped Wilson hard across the face - twice , each slap resounding sharply . " You worthless boy , get on your knees , apologize to your in - laws and to Laura , then redo the ceremony and bring Laura into this house properly . " Wilson took the blows , but when his gaze met mine , it burned with open hatred, just like the look I had seen in my last life as I lay dying . In his eyes , I was the one who had ruined him , not the victim he had betrayed . He gave a cold laugh .

" Dad , the only woman in my heart is Gloria . Laura's holier - than - thou attitude disgusts me . I will never marry her into this family . " " If she is willing to bow her head and know her place , I might take her out once in a while and let her see the world . Otherwise , let me make this clear today : I won't give her a title . I want to see which man in New York dares to touch a woman I have already cast aside . " Even the guests could not stomach it anymore .

No one could understand where a man who only survived in the gray zone under the Hill family's protection found the nerve to talk like that . ㄓ After Zachary stepped back from the scene , Wilson had only grown more reckless . He grabbed territory from rival crews and offended half the underworld . It had been me , out of lingering affection , who begged my father to step in and help him weather those crises.Back then , Wilson had knelt in front of my father and sworn he would never betray me for as long as he lived .

Now that he'd spread his wings a little and made a name for himself on both sides of the law , he didn't hesitate to trample that promise underfoot.When he saw I was silent , he assumed I was frightened and decided to press harder . " Since you are still so attached to me , I will give you a chance . By the old rules in New York , you can come in as a second wife . " B " You'll show proper respect to Gloria , the rightful Mrs. Fred , in front of everyone . And if you stay in line , I might even let you bear me a child .

" His shameless proposal sent the room into an uproar , and even the older members of the Fred family looked away in discomfort . My father was so furious that his rage curdled into cold fury . He spoke slowly and clearly . Chapter 5 45.45 % " Mr. Wilson , you certainly think highly of yourself . The Hill family isn't worthy of such ' honor . ' This so - called kindness of making my daughter your second wife is more than she can accept . " He turned his gaze on Gloria . " As of today , I will treat this unfilial girl as if she never existed .

From this moment on , Gloria has nothing to do with the Hill family . Whatever honor or disgrace she brings upon herself in the future will be the Fred family's responsibility alone . " Editorial Board Editorial Board Our editorial team works behind the scenes to refine each chapter, maintain consistency, and deliver the best reading experience.