Love Began with the First Meeting novel Chapter 1297

With a huge smile on his face, William fixed his eyes on Edgar. Edgar had been his subordinate since before he was transferred to work for the government. To his surprise, when Edgar returned to the military, he was placed in the S Army and had become his subordinate again. William and Hana believed earnestly that Edgar would be the most suitable husband for their daughter in every aspect, despite their age difference. The most important factor was that Edgar was a trustworthy man and Maggie loved him.

Edgar kept his face devoid of any expression after hearing William's question. Instead of answering him, Edgar asked back, "Uncle William, what do you mean?" When William smiled in response to his question, he continued to ask, "Are you willing to let an old man like me marry your only daughter?"

William was stunned for a moment. He burst into laughter, pointing his index finger at Edgar. He shook his head helplessly. Still laughing, he explained, "Edgar, you are not that old. And it is not Hana's or my decision to make. Although we are strict with Maggie, we are not old-fashioned parents. We know what's good for her. You being elder than her has its own merits. You will treat her well and tolerate her stubbornness." Gradually, the laughter disappeared from his face. On a more serious note, he continued, "Hana and I want nothing but her happiness. She is our only child."

Edgar listened to William earnestly. As a subordinate and as the son of William's dear friend, he was more modest in front of William than in front of anybody else.

"Edgar, you must tell me the truth," William said with a sombre look. "What do you think of Maggie? I have heard various versions of stories about the two of you. I don't know which one is real; I am not sure if any of it is real. I want to hear the truth directly from your mouth."

Edgar had nothing to think about. He spoke what was on his mind. "Uncle William, you know everything about me. You and my father were comrade-in-arms. You have watched me grow up." After a short pause, he said with a small smile, "If you allow me to be with Maggie, I promise that I will never disappoint you or Aunt Hana."

"Ah..." William chuckled, nodding happily. "I trust you, Edgar. I have nothing more to say." He heaved a long sigh and then changed the topic of conversation. "You'd better be well-prepared for the exercise with Dragon Island after the New Year. After all, it will not be taking place in our home field. I don't want to lose our face, and I think you wouldn't want that either."

"Yes, sir!" Edgar answered formally, looking steadily at William.

Waving his hand, William said, "You don't have to be so formal. I was just saying. I mainly wanted to talk to you about Maggie today." When Edgar relaxed once again, William continued, "Then it's settled. I won't interfere in your affairs anymore. If you two decide to get together, Hana and I will be more than happy to welcome you into our family. But if you end up deciding otherwise—"

"I will still be your soldier." Edgar interrupted him with a smile.

"You brat..." William said, pointing his finger at Edgar with a smile on his face. "All right, that was the only thing I wanted to talk to you about privately. It's already winter. When the new recruits arrive, you better keep a close eye on them. The leadership is paying much attention to the direct selection of talents this time around."

"I understand, sir," Edgar answered and then stood up in attention. "Sir, if there's nothing else, I will be taking my leave now."

With a nod, William said, "Go ahead."

"Yes!" Edgar saluted him, turned around and left the office. As he closed the door behind him, he could not help but stare at the closed door for a while, thinking back on their conversation. He slowly walked down the stairs and got into the waiting car without any hesitation.

"Sir, are we going back to the Eagle?" Gordon asked.