Chapter 549: A Revelation
He wanted to lie. But as he looked at her hopeful and trustworthy expression, Gabe explained himself," My wife."
Autumn frowned. What did he mean by his wife? The one wh ohad passed away? Has she also suffered something similar?
"No." He seemed to read her mind and cut off her thought process," She grew up pampered and protected. But...she was not right in the head. I tried to protect her and be with her but it was a difficult task, with what she was suffering. So, to understand her better and provide better care, I studied psychology and body language. You are uncomfortable around men but you were trembling when that man approcached you in the cafe. That was the first clue. But later, your reaction to your little sister hugging me, was enough to to tell me the truth."
Autumn nodded. Was it so easy to see? Then why did no one else see it all these years?
Gabe sighed," Sometimes people are blind or they choose to remain blind. We can’t change that. Now, we will not touch the subject that has hurt you and instead you can tell me how having a temporary husband can help you.."
"He sued me on criminal charges."
As Autumn explained the entire detail of what had happened, Gabe could only frown. There were multiple pronlems in this matter and her chances of winning were slim. Even with a husband, there was low chance that the court would give her the custody instead of a biological father... unless...
He sighed when Autumn finished explaining,"So, my mother’s friend advised that I should get a new lawyer. I need to go to town again soon and..."
"There is no need for that. I have a degree in law and I can handle this just as well. I need to question your lawyer about it. Arrange a meeting for this afternoon. And we need to have a discussion about our arrangement as well."