Billionaire’s Unseen Love (Bella and Alex)

17 Tensions and Revelations

17 Tensions and Revelations

In the aftermath of the confrontation, the matriarch’s frustration was palpable. “Why does Emma get special

reatment from you?” She demanded, tears of anger streaming down her face, ruining her heavy makeup. Her confusion over Alex’s sudden protectiveness towards Emma, a woman he had seemingly disregarded before, was quite evident.

Alex, meanwhile, was confronted with a harsh truth. He hadn’t truly considered the struggles Emma might have faced within his family. “Could I have endured what she did?” He pondered silently, reflecting on Emma’s resilience and dignity throughout their marriage.

He declared sternly to his mother and Lillian, “Lillian will stay in for a month for self–reflection. Any more issues, and the financial support stops.” His words were final, leaving the room in a tense silence as he departed.

to argue back, but Alex was resolute. He began to question his decisions, particularly regarding Lillian’s education abroad, which seemed to have changed her

Alex tried to bury himself in work but was distracted by the upcoming banquet. Learning about the Smirnov family’s attendance, including Emma, piqued his

Smirnov were an odd pair among the guests, with Wayne’s demeanor distinctly

a conversation, only to be met with an aloof response. Wayne’s attitude hinted at long–standing disdain, a reminder of the chasm between their social standings.

elicited a sharp retort from Jada, her words protective and biting.

Jada’s words, Alex replied defensively, “I never meant to bring her any

direct mention of his marriage. “Rumors of your divorce with Emma have been circulating. Is there truth in

“Yes, we are divorced,” he admitted, his voice low. “It’s a matter I never expected to reach public

accusatory. “Perhaps if you’d valued her more, you

now what I lost in Emma,” he confessed, the admission heavy with