#208 “It’s Time for the World to Learn the Truth.”

The next day, Alexander awoke to an empty bed, the absence of Sophia’s warmth a stark reminder of her departure. It was a sensation he had grown unaccustomed to, and it left a hollow ache in his chest.

As he moved through the apartment, the sight of the shattered remnants of their once-pristine home only served to deepen his sense of unease. The broken kitchen, and the splintered furniture – they were all painful reminders of the turmoil that had invaded their lives.

With a heavy sigh, Alexander trudged into the kitchen and set about making himself a cup of coffee. The rhythmic sound of the coffee machine filled the silence, a stark contrast to the tumultuous thoughts swirling in his mind.

Sipping his coffee slowly, Alexander contemplated his next move. The message he had received earlier that morning weighed heavily on his mind the board of directors meeting. It was a clear indication that his father was growing impatient and that the deadline for his decision was fast approaching.

The twenty-four hours were almost up. But Alexander refused to be swayed by his father’s manipulative tactics. He wouldn’t allow himself to succumb to the pressure, to bow down to the threats hanging over Sophia and his mother like a dark cloud.

resolve settled over him. He clenched his jaw, his fists tightening in determination. He wouldn’t let his father get away with it by using their lives as bargaining chips in his ruthless game of

and quickly prepared for the directors’ meeting. Dressed in a suit as usual, he got into his car and drove to the Stone

the directors, their faces

exchanged between the directors. Clearing his throat, he spoke

his brow furrowed in confusion. “Why did you

directors exchanged puzzled looks, some shuffling papers in an attempt to find answers. It was then that Alexander’s father made his grand entrance, striding into the room with

smugness. “It seems like my son has forgotten the little message he sent

jaw clenched as he realized what was happening. His father had orchestrated the entire gathering, using his

this meeting, Father?” Alexander questioned, his tone laced with barely concealed

boy, ” he replied,

heavier with each passing moment, the tension between Alexander and his father crackling like static electricity in the air. Alexander stood his ground, his jaw set with unwavering determination, while his father’s demeanor exuded

company is mine, Father, and it will remain so,” Alexander declared firmly, his voice echoing with resolve as he

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