Chapter 1034

Johann murmured, "If not for society's harsh judgments and that gossip back then, maybe my family wouldn't have..." He paused, lost in thought. 'The real person to blame is me. If I had been there for them, they wouldn't have taken that tragic turn.' For a brief moment, Johann's eyes took on a distant, aged look. Alfred, sensing the mood, quickly changed the subject. "How's Xander been to you, Abigail?" "He's great to me," Abigail said, glancing at Xander. "His kindness must have come from both of you." Both elder men chimed in together, "Absolutely. We've always told him, a guy doesn't have to be a big shot, but he should always treat his wife right. That's the real key to success." Abigail replied, "Sounds like solid advice." Johann said, "Xander, you've got a keeper in Abigail. Don't mess it up." Xander replied, "I won't." Johann stared hard at Xander. "Cross her, and even if it's the last thing I do, you'll answer to me." Johann had a reputation for keeping to himself, even