Chapter 49 Divorce Proposal

Jack was sly as a fox. He did not visit home just to chat idly and play chess with his father.

Knowing that his son came for a reason, Jonathan took advantage of him without qualms. However, as the game progressed, he saw himself regretting his attempts.

He was determined to win, but his efforts fell in vain. He didn’t understand what was happening. His brain might have deteriorated immensely, or his son was just too smart!

Jonathan found it hard to keep up. His pieces collapsed one by one. At one point, he almost locked his pieces on a checkmate.

Quickly realizing his error, he retrieved the piece he just laid and moved it to another place on the board.

'If I didn't move the piece to another place, Jack would win the game with a few steps,' Jonathan thought. When he raised his head, he saw Jack holding a black piece and staring at him with a frown.

Caught red-handed, Jonathan explained in a calm voice, "I’m already old. My hand was trembling and dropped it in the wrong place."

He recently learned that his old age came with perks and used it as an excuse to gain an advantage.

Jack placed the piece he was holding on the board casually. He figured his father was desperate to win the game.

The game status suddenly reversed. Jonathan, who was about to lose within two or three minutes, now had the upper hand in winning. It was obvious that Jack gave the game away.

If he competed earn

e out first, Son."

Obeying his father, Jack leaned back on his chair and waited for him to continue.

"Your grandfather promised you to each other," Jonathan began slowly. "Our family owes a lot to Rachel. In time I will explain everything to you, including the main reason why your grandfather arranged the marriage. He wanted to protect her and didn't want her to suffer."

Jonathan hesitated. His voice was tinged with regret as he went on, "It was my fault. I did not think your grandfather’s idea was a problem and did not consider it carefully. These past years, you appeared to get along well with each other. I always hoped that you could be together someday in the future, that’s why I did not want you to divorce.

Rachel is a good girl. I have seen her grow up into a fine lady. She is dedicated and persistent. She will cherish those people who treated her well. When she loves a person, she can be so selfless and will give him her whole heart.

I have met too many people in my life, and I have learned how to read personalities. I am not looking down upon Celine, but she seems very ambitious.

I understand that you might not take my words seriously, but I believe that you are not a fool. Think about it carefully. In the end, if you still decide to divorce Rachel, then you can look for another. If you find someone who loves you, for the sake of your happiness, I will accept her in our family."