21 Confronting the Aftermath

21 Confronting the Aftermath

In his office, Alex sat reflecting on the call with Hella. Her mention of Emma only intensified his frustration. “Why drag Kuna into this?” he muttered, the taste of betrayal bitter in his mouth.

Meanwhile, Bella, in her hospital room, fumed over her predicament. “It’s all Emma’s doing,” she seethed, her frustration manifesting as a fierce resolve to retallate.

Back in his office, Alex’s neglect of his health, a habit since the divorce, culminated in a sharp stomach pain during a meeting. Collins, his assistant, rushed in, concern evident on his face,

Let me get you something,” Collins offered, noticing his

pain, responded tersely, “It’s fine, Collins. I just need some medication,”

role managing such details. “I remember Emma used

anger and longing in his volce. “Emma’s

departure had shifted the dynamics at work. “I should’ve been more attentive. This is on me,” Collins admitted

relied on her too. much,” he confessed, a rare

had left. “I’ll make sure this doesn’t happen again, Alex. You have my word.”

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