---- Chapter 13 Sensing the slight change in Graham's and Sienna's attitudes, Julian quickly took Angela by the hand and introduced himself. He said, "I do apologize for the abruptness of my visit today. I know I should've paid a visit before I proposed to Angela, but it all happened so suddenly. I showed up too late, but please believe me when I say that my feelings for Angela are nothing but sincere. "To be honest with you, I've been in love with her for many years now..." He explained the one-sided love he had for Angela before saying regretfully, "I thought that since she'd chosen Carl, I had no choice but to hide my feelings for her. If I'd known that she would end up wasting years of her life on a man who didn't appreciate her, I would've confessed to her sooner." Not a single member of the Thompson family thought kindly of Carl. Naturally, they all approved of what Julian said. Even Maria wiped her tears and began addressing Julian in a more familiar manner, "You don't mind if 1 ---- call you Julian, right? Truth be told, the entire family isn't happy about how impulsive Angela has been with this. "We're scared that history might repeat itself. But you do seem like a responsible young man. Why don't you join us for dinner tonight?" That was a sign she approved of Julian as her son-in- law, so naturally, he agreed to it right away. "Of course. I'd love to, Maria." Graham had previously heard that Julian was Angela's boss, and he had no clue how old Julian actually was. Now that he had found out how young Julian was and saw the two of them looking rather well-matched together, he couldn't resist saying in praise, ''You seem like a very accomplished man even at your age, Mr. Fuller." Julian gave a humble reply before deftly starting up a new topic. He began discussing the stock market with Graham, who nodded eagerly as he listened. Angela checked her watch. It had been less than an hour since they arrived, but thanks to Julian's stellar ---- performance, he'd won the hearts of everyone in her family, save for Fred. Fred couldn't find any faults in Julian, but he was still upset at the thought of how Julian had married Angela without even meeting her family first. Seeing how Maria had gone off to prepare dinner and Graham was happily chatting away with Julian, Fred couldn't stop himself from scoffing disgruntledly at the chessboard in front of him. It just so happened that Julian had just introduced a few suitable investment options for Graham. After suggesting that Graham take the time to read up on those for himself, Julian went to the balcony and greeted Fred. "Mr. Thompson, Angela tells me you love collecting watches. I hope this gift of mine is to your liking." Instead of saying that he'd looked into Fred's preferences himself, Julian acted as if it had been Angela's suggestion. Aside from expressing his sincerity, it was also his way of feigning a level of intimacy with Angela. Still feeling doubtful about Julian, Fred wanted to use Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!