Chapter 185

Yarrin, Simpson Residence. Old Mr. Simpson made over ten calls before finally dragging Alex back from Pinebrook. "This paternity test for Chris—did you arrange it personally?" His voice was low and serious. Alex frowned. So Grandpa knew. "Yeah, I did." "She doesn't have the skills to mess with a DNA test, does she?" Old Mr. Simpson wasn't doubting Madeleine. He was trusting his grandson. As for that test the Merritts gave him, he didn't even bother with it. "She doesn't." Alex nodded, taking everything on himself. What he feared most was Grandpa finding out Chris wasn't actually a Simpson and doing something to Madeleine. "Just be straight with me. Is that kid yours or not?" Old Mr. Simpson stared him down. He wanted the truth—nothing else. Alex took a deep breath. "Grandpa, I want to be with Madeleine." Old Mr. Simpson narrowed his eyes. "She's smart. If her background was clean, I'd have no problem. I really like Chris too." The kindergarten sent daily videos of Chris. Chris's sweet