Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 897:

Marissa’s eyes widened in disbelief as she read Paul’s message.

“Dad, are you serious? You arranged a marriage for me?”

Paul replied, “Yes, quite a story. Please be patient and let me explain.”

He continued, “Years ago, when I fell off Rose Cliff and was attacked by crocodiles, I ended up in a coma. When I finally woke up, I found myself on a boat. The boat’s owner was the one who rescued me.”

Marissa replied, “Do you remember who this person was? I’d like to thank them.”

Paul responded, “Hold on. Let me tell you the whole story. At that time, I was in terrible shape—my face was barely recognizable, and my bones were shattered. Although I was rescued onto the boat, my survival was uncertain. The owner made a deal with me: he would spend a fortune on top doctors to save my life, but in return, I had to promise that one of my daughters would marry his grandson as a token of my gratitude.”

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Marissa was puzzled.

“But Dad, Tiffany and I were just seven years old then. Why would he make such a demand?”

Paul explained, “He thought that since your mother and I were both incredibly gifted, our daughters would be extraordinary. He wanted to ensure that his grandson’s marriage was arranged early.”

Marissa’s lips curled in disbelief.

“So, Dad, you promised to marry me off to that man’s grandson? Why wasn’t it Tiffany?”

Paul replied, “I had my reasons. Back then, Tiffany was with the Nash family. I thought she had everything she needed—good food, warm clothes, and a secure home. But you were sent to a poor farming family, where life was much harsher. I learned from Kim’s subordinates that your adoptive parents treated you poorly and you had a rough time. So, I arranged your marriage to that man’s grandson, hoping he would find you and lift you out of that hardship. I signed a formal marriage contract with him. Afterward, I had surgery due to my injuries. The operation had serious effects, and I lost my memory afterward. The man arranged for me to take on the identity of Paul. Over the years, he never reached out to me; he only watched from afar as I rebuilt my life and eventually became the owner of Sunrise.”

Marissa absorbed the weight of his words, finally understanding how her father, Brian, became Paul. The revelation reminded her of something Silver Fox had once mentioned. Silver Fox had said she’d seen a marriage contract with Marissa’s name at King’s place. At the time, Marissa had thought Silver Fox had been mistaken. Now, it seemed there might be some truth to it. She was baffled by how the marriage contract her father had signed ended up in King’s hands.

Could it be that King was the one who rescued her father?

Marissa’s mind whirled with the possibility, but it seemed unlikely. King was about her father’s age, and he had never been married. He had no son, let alone a grandson.

She asked, “Dad, who was this man?”

Paul replied, “He was the former leader of the Brock family in Plebert, the grandfather of the current leader, Everett.”

Marissa’s brows knitted in surprise. She had never imagined that her father had arranged for her to marry Everett—the same Everett who was Chloe’s older brother. Chloe had schemed against and framed Tiffany. Was she really expected to become the sister-in-law of such a schemer?

“Dad, is there any way to cancel this marriage?” she asked her father.

Paul replied, “I see now that arranging for you to marry someone without your consent was a mistake. But at the time, Everett seemed like the best choice. His grandfather saved my life, and I don’t want to break my promise to him. I’m torn because I don’t want to force you into this, and I’m not sure how to face the Brock family when I return to Plebert.”

Marissa chewed her lip, grappling with her emotions. Everett’s grandfather had been her father’s savior, and she should repay the favor. But she had never met Everett and had no idea what kind of person he was. How could she marry someone so unknown to her?

Moreover, she and Connor had two children. Surely, Everett wouldn’t be happy with that.

Marissa had never envisioned herself in an arranged marriage; she had always wanted to live on her own terms. Yet, by an unexpected turn of events, she had married Connor and had two children with him. Now, she was confronted with another formal marriage arrangement with Everett. The situation felt overwhelming.

But mulling over it felt unproductive. What truly intrigued her was how the marriage contract had ended up in King’s hands.

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