Chapter 70

Things were anything but calm for Alfred right now-more like a storm in full swing. Leslie had no blood ties with the Green family? The paternity test results were right there. And Broderick wasn't someone who messed around with the truth. So, it had to be legit. Alfred looked at Leslie again, and this time, his eyes softened. Poor girl. Just as pitiful as Broderick, honestly. At least Broderick had experienced some kind of parental love. Leslie, on the other hand, didn't even know who her real parents were and had been played by others her whole life. It was just too cruel. ***** Broderick picked up his phone and made a call. "Connor, what's the most popular dessert place in Briarford? Send me the location." Connor glanced at the caller ID-yep, definitely Broderick. Wait, Broderick just asked about a dessert shop? And during work hours? "I've got it, Mr. Ackerley. I'll send it over right away." Connor quickly messaged a few female colleagues he was close with, compared their suggestio