#61 “I’ve Never Met Anyone More Self-important Than You.”

The next evening, Alexander waited nervously outside Sophia’s office building. He knew she would be finishing work soon, and he didn’t want to disturb her in the office. He paced back and forth, his mind racing with thoughts of how to present his invitation. He had come to invite her to his mother’s birthday party.

After clearing up some of their misunderstandings the previous day, she accepted his apology, but that didn’t guarantee she would accept his invitation. He hoped fervently that he could convince her.

Alexander couldn’t help but wonder if she would find it strange that the party would be held in the house where she used to live. He didn’t want to be a source of discomfort for her. He didn’t want his invitation to turn into another argument.

As the minutes ticked by, he kept his eyes on the entrance, waiting for her to emerge. When he finally spotted her leaving the building, he couldn’t help but admire her beauty. Her hair framed her face perfectly, accentuating her elegance.

At first, Sophia didn’t notice him. She scanned the surroundings as if waiting for someone until her gaze landed on him. Their eyes met, and he couldn’t help but feel a flutter of anticipation and nervousness.

“Hello,” Alexander began as he approached her.

“Hello,” Sophia replied, her gaze finally settling on him. “I wanted to talk to you about something, and…” Alexander began, his words trailing off as he searched for the right way to broach the topic.

“Now? I can’t, I have a commitment,” Sophia replied. “Write me an email, and we can discuss it.”

Alexander hesitated for a moment before continuing. “I’d rather ask you in person than…”

Sophia cut him off again, her expression revealing the urgency of her situation. “I really can’t now. I’m sure it can wait.’

With a hint of frustration in his voice, Alexander insisted, “It won’t take long, Sophia.”

As he was about to provide more context, a flashy white Porsche 911 Carrera 4S pulled up in front of them. The powerful roar of the engine drowned out Alexander’s words, leaving their conversation hanging in the air.

Sophia’s attention shifted to the arrival of the sports car. She glanced at Alexander briefly, offering an apologetic smile.

have to go. Another time, perhaps?” she

white Porsche 911 Carrera 4S pull up, his jaw clenched with anger. He knew all too well who was behind the wheel. Michael stepped out of the car and, with a smug look on his face, opened

away.

As the anger welled up within him, Alexander knew that dealing with his half-brother

interior of the Porsche, Sophia couldn’t help but notice the unhappy expression on Alexander’s face when they drove off. The sight brought a sense of satisfaction.

our date?” Sophia asked, deciding

Sophia, this dinner doesn’t count as a date. It’s merely preparation for

eyebrow. “Preparation for a date? What

he navigated the sleek sports car through the city’s evening traffic. Well, let’s just say this dinner is the appetizer, and the real

back in her

mind playing it unfair if I know I’ll see you again,” he replied with a smile. “Oh, and by

turned to Michael and asked, “So, do you have any ideas for the actual date, or am

ideas up my sleeve, but I’m open to suggestions.

advertisement she had seen earlier in the day. Her eyes lit up with a mischievous glint, and she decided to keep her idea a secret for now. “You know what, Michael? I do have a place in mind, but I’m going to keep it a secret for now. How about this: we can agree on a date, and on that day, I’ll

her proposal. “A surprise date, huh? That sounds interesting,” he said, his smile widening. “Let’s pick

car and went to open Sophia’s door so he could show her the

of Sophia’s apartment building. The date had gone well, with laughter,

of the car and closed the door, offering Michael a

his expression somewhat inscrutable. “The pleasure was all mine, Sophia. I

he watched her make her way towards the entrance of the building, he couldn’t help but wait

Martin made a swift U-turn, coming to a stop in front of

was laced with irritation. Michael raised an eyebrow, his cool

” You need to stay away from Sophia. She

to complicate her life, Alexander. I’m here because I like

you’re doing it to get

response was measured and calm. “You are wrong

the circus, Michael,”

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