Uncovering My Wife's Secrets (Annalise and Julian) novel Chapter 299

Annalise continued, “I don’t know what happened back then. I also don’t know how Trevor disappeared when he was young. However, his entire family was killed by someone. It was definitely not an accident. It was premeditated.” Lee tightened his grip on the stone table. He felt suffocated. He didn’t want to remember what had happened back then, but he had to.. Back then, Lee, Heather, and Kalyan had been living abroad. In that country, everyone was friendly and kind, whether they were small or large families. The family cared about each other and loved each other. The families in that country were harmonious and supportive. Initially, Lee did not tell his family about his marriage and that he had a child with Heather. It was because his father had mentioned many times. that he must marry a daughter of a higher-class. family. Lee had been expanding his project overseas and met Heather at a restaurant. At that time, Heather was still a student.

Her family background was not good, but her academic results were good. The school fought for an exchange spot for her. Her tuition fees relied on student loans and scholarships, and her living expenses depended on her working in a restaurant. Lee remembered that the first time he saw Heather, he was attracted by her clear and determined gaze. After meeting Heather a few times, Lee took the initiative to chat with her. Knowing that Lee was also from Chanaea, Heather was passionate about him. Every time she saw him, she would smile until her eyes curved into crescents. Her unguarded attitude towards Lee aroused his strong desire to protect her. He had told her to be wary of people when she was outside. There was a bright side and a dark side to the world. Heather smiled and said, “I know! But I think you’re a good person.”

Heather shared her story with Lee. She was sincere, innocent, lovely, optimistic, positive, and full of hope for the future. Such a beautiful woman instantly won Lee’s heart. He could not control himself but fell for Heather. Lee had always loved to work. However, he pushed the project to his executive assistant. He was focused on pursuing Heather. However, Heather was busier than him. She was busy with class and work. Lee told Heather not to work part-time anymore. She just had to work hard to complete her studies. Heather did not agree. She said she didn’t have the money. Lee was willing to help her financially, but she refused. She wanted to earn money to support herself.

Heather did not hide her poor status at all, nor did she feel inferior because she was poor. She did not feel embarrassed working in a restaurant. On the contrary, she thought working in a restaurant had many benefits. Apart from getting paid, she could also practice speaking and get to know people from all over the world. It was helpful for her to know people and broaden her horizons. Occasionally, Heather would meet guests who would make things difficult for her. However, she felt that this was a good experience in her life. She could see the good side of everything. Lee was really attracted by her spirit. The more he got to know Heather, the more he liked her He turned from liking her to loving her. Their feelings for each other were deep. Lee respected everything about Heather. If she wanted to work at the restaurant, he would go there and accompany her.

A year later, Heather was finally moved by Lee. She quit her job at the restaurant and came to his company to be his assistant. Initially, Lee thought it would take Heather a long time to get used to it. However, she was smart and quick-witted. She got a hang of every task quickly. She accompanied Lee to discuss projects with clients. She was neither servile nor overbearing. Instead, she was magnanimous and did everything well. The second year they met, Heather successfully graduated from university and obtained a university degree. Then, Lee asked Heather to marry him. He was prepared that she would reject him. Because Lee knew Heather had ideals and ambitions. Ple knew that she wanted to make a name for herself. There was a high chance that she did not want to be tied down by marriage. He would also respect all her decisions. However, to his surprise, Heather accepted his proposal.