The Replacement He Never Wanted
He was now wondering if the Addison that Matthew mentioned was the same Addison he knew. He cautiously asked, "Are you talking about Addison Daves?" "Yes." Mike sighed in relief. "She had something come up suddenly and couldn't pick you up. You'll see her when we get back to the Johnston Residence." Although he didn't understand why Matthew mentioned Addison or what their connection was, he decided to be honest. "Something came up suddenly?" Matthew didn't respond further. Whydidn'tAddytellmeaboutthis? "Let's get in the car; it's quite cold outside," Mike said politely but cautiously. He walked to the back seat of the car and opened the door for Matthew, his tone gentle, his demeanor refined. Matthew was observing Mike's every move. He initially thought "Lance's" actions might be an act, especially since they didn't match what Leon had told him, causing him to be skeptical.However, from Mike's every action and gesture, it was clear that this demeanor wasn't faked. Matthew pursed his lips and silently got into the car. He believed Leon had given him false information and decided to give him a good lesson later. After ensuring Matthew was seated, Mike got in as well, sitting beside him. Mike was very nervous, knowing that the person next to him was the renowned Divine Healer, a top figure in the medical world. Even though he was just a lawyer, he understood the weight of the name "Divine Healer." As the driver started the car and they drove for a few minutes, Matthew spoke up, "When did you meet Addison?" "Huh?" Mike, already nervous, was startled by the question. Addison? WhydidtheDivineHealerbringup Addison again? Were theyclose? Whydid he keepaskingabouther?Butwasn't Addison anorphan? The whole of Halton knew Addison was an orphan. After all, Lance was a well-known nobleman in Halton, and countless daughters from prestigious families wanted to marry him. When they heard that Lance was going to marry Addison, a woman who seemed to have come out of nowhere, they dug into her background. When they found out Addison was an orphan, jealousy drove them to spread this information throughout Halton. Suddenly, Addison became a gold digger in the eyes of the entire Halton. "I haven't known Addison for long," Mike replied honestly. They hadn't known each other long and weren't close at all. Mike's knowledge of Addison was limited to these rumors. After all, Addison was still Lance's wife, and he certainly didn't want to get too close to his friend's wife. "Not for long?"Matthew's face darkened. "Was it love at first sight with Addison?" They hadn'tknowneachother long beforerushingtogetmarried, sotheirmarriedlifemust not begoingwell! Mike noticed Matthew's displeased expression but didn't know the reason. He could only nod stiffly. "Yes ... " Matthew snorted coldly, and the atmosphere instantly chilled.
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