Chapter 9 - Who is He?
Author: Jusuf Morris
last update2024-01-14 18:17:05

The atmosphere at dinner could have been more harmonious after Steve's appearance. They were silent while eating the dishes that had been served.

Steve just found out that Emmy and Sarah are cousins. Even more surprising is that Jacob is Sarah's ex-fiancé, whom Robert mentioned.

How could he not know?

Ting!

Sarah checked her phone and received a message.

[No wonder you're willing to marry him because you owe him a favor, just like me. I didn't think you were just a cheap woman and accepted all the men who did you favors]

Sarah immediately looked at Jacob sarcastically, but the man grinned contentedly.

After finishing dinner, it was time for the gift-giving session.

"Please accept my and Emmy's gift, Mrs. Jennifer." Jacob handed over a branded paper bag. Meanwhile, Uncle Sam's family gave them a box of jewelry.

"Thank you very much." Jennifer smiled widely as she accepted the gift.

"I'm sorry, Mommy. I couldn't give you anything because I left for Los Angeles immediately after hearing
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