Billionaire’s Unseen Love (Bella and Alex)

97 The Intricacies of Past and Present

Desmond’s feelings of annoyance simmered beneath the surface. He couldn’t help but think that

Emma was still taking Alex’s side. Why else would she constantly herself in his orbit, despite

their divorce? To Desmond, it seemed like a sign that Emma hadn’t fully let go of her past with Alex, a thought that gnawed at him.

Meanwhile, Alex, who just so happened to be at that same restaurant, struggled to maintain a facade of indifference. Despite their separation, Emma’s proximity stirred something within him, a mix of discomfort and an inexplicable pull.

Emma, aware of the situation’s complexity, suggested, “Let’s focus on our meal and not draw attention to ourselves. I need to get

with Alex, preferring to keep ho back to work soon.” She wanted to avoid any further interaction

personal and professional lives distinct.

meal, Desmond’s actions spoke louder than words. He casually draped his arm around Emma’s shoulder, a gesture that didn’t sit well with her,

place. Was it jealousy, irritation, or something else entirely? It was a question he couldn’t answer, but the sight

restaurant, noticed the tension. “Seems like there’s still some unfinished business between

brush off his feelings, responded, “It’s nothing. Let’s just focus

situation, questioned Emma, “Do you still have feelings for Alex?

feelings I had for Alex are in the past. Let’s just

entirely convinced but decided to let the matter rest for the moment. Their lunch continued in an uneasy silence, both lost in their own thoughts.

His gaze kept drifting back to Emma, each glance a reminder of their shared past. The sight of her laughing and talking with Desmond stirred something in him, a sense

with a mixture of sympathy and curiosity. “It’s hard to move on, isn’t it? Especially when there’s

a sip of his drink, hoping it would ease

Desmond prepared to leave.

Intricacies of Past