?Chapter 607:


    Paul said, “While I don’t have any facial bone structure photos of the original Paul, I’ve kept all his possessions carefully. His house is still intact. You’re wee toe with me to see the former Paul’s home.”


    “Alright,” Marissa said.


    She then realized that Paul’s personal life had always been shrouded in secrecy. His true residence and past were unknown to the public. Visiting the former Paul’s home and examining his possessions would mean delving into the current Paul’s private life, which might be overstepping.


    She gently cautioned Paul, “Mr. Alvarado, if I visit the former Paul’s house and explore his belongings, I might uncover some of your secrets.”


    Paulughed softly. “Haha.”


    He then looked at her warmly, saying, “Marissa, haven’t I been open and honest enough to alleviate such worries?”


    Marissa responded yfully, “Mr. Alvarado, you’ve been very kind and appeared genuine. But how can I be sure you’re not just being nice to persuade me to treat your condition?”


    Paulughed again. “You’re quite sharp, aren’t you?”


    He sighed and added, “Perhaps I haven’t fully earned your trust yet. So let me repeat myself. I wish to be your father. Do you understand what that would mean for you?”


    Marissa silently raised an eyebrow, not knowing how to reply. He was serious about taking her as his daughter, a notion he had mentioned before. Last time, she thought he was joking, which led to rissa’s resentment, making Marissa feel unjustly med.


    Now, with Paul reiterating his intention, Marissa realized rissa’s feelings of betrayal weren’t unfounded. It really did look like she was usurping rissa’s ce.


    Oblivious to the tension between Marissa and rissa, Paul continued, “Bing my daughter would mean you’re my sole heir. Everything belonging to the Paul Group would be yours one day.”


    Marissa was taken aback. She hadn’t anticipated such a proposal from Paul. Although she wasn’t fully aware of the extent of the Paul Group, she knew that in terms of wealth and influence, he was on par with someone like Connor. He wanted to pass on his vast empire to her? They barely knew each other.


    They had met only twice. Even though he appreciated her saving his life, his generosity seemed excessive.


    “Mr. Alvarado, are you serious?” Marissa couldn’t help but exim.


    “I’mpletely serious,” Paul replied with a smile. “I’ve lived a confused life, not knowing my origins or destiny. I have no wife, no children, no family.


    I’ve been leading a nd life. But meeting you has given my life new meaning. I wish to make you my daughter, pass all my wealth to you, and enjoy your care and respect in myter years.”


    At this point, Paul gave an embarrassed smile. “I know you don’t care about my wealth or the idea of being Paul’s daughter. You’re probably thinking I’m quite shameless.”


    “Hahaha!” Marissa couldn’t help butugh at his remark. Before she had met Paul, she had only heard stories portraying him as a ruthless and cold-hearted man. But the more she got to know Paul, the more she found him to be incredibly endearing.


    After herughter, she yfully teased him, “You really are shameless, offering to make someone your child just like that. If it weren’t for your status and wealth, I’d be tempted to give you a good punch.”


    At this, Paul, who had seemed a bit down, burst outughing. “Haha!”


    Once he regained hisposure, he pointed at her and said with a chuckle, “You’re quite the character. I don’t know who raised you, but you are quite cunning.”


    With a heartfelt sigh, he added, “Now you should see how sincere I am with you. If I’m offering to be your father, no father would distrust his daughter. From now on, feel free to take anything from me.”


    “Really?” Marissa asked, narrowing her eyes and smiling.


    “Really,” Paul confirmed.


    Marissa’s smile widened as she said, “Well, in that case, I have a request now.”


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