Billionaire’s Unseen Love (Bella and Alex)

98 In the Shadows of the Past

Lennox, despite his accomplishments, couldn’t shake off the feeling that Emma was a thorn in his side, a complicated puzzle he hadn’t anticipated. He mulled over his future interactions with her, knowing full well that any misstep could trigger a chain reaction involving both their influential families.

“I need to tread carefully,” Lennox thought to himself. “Any conflict with Emma could force me back to the Hartleys, something I’ve been avoiding

Turning to Alex, Lennox prodded, “You’ve made quite a name for yourself, starting from nothing. Have you ever considered challenging Emma head–on? Your paths must have crossed in the business world.”

Alex, caught off guard by the question, pondered for a moment. “Emma and I have our separate paths. My focus is on growing my business, not entangling myself in unnecessary rivalries,” he replied, firmly believing in maintaining a professional distance from Emma, despite their shared history.

Lennox nodded, understanding the delicate balance Alex strived to maintain.

and Desmond’s outing was unfolding under the shadow of Alex’s presence. Their interaction was strained, with Emma’s

still hung up on Alex?” Desmond finally blurted out, unable to hide his

my life. It’s not easy to just

a tangled web of understanding and

they encountered Bella and Lillian. Lillian’s resentment towards Emma was palpable, her words dripping with venom. “You’ve always been

off the accusation. “Compared to some, my

wary of the potential fallout from engaging

became the subjects of a paparazzo’s interest. Desmond was flustered, but Emma

sure this doesn’t spiral out of control. I can’t afford negative publicity

her tone serious..

situation. “I’ll handle it,” he assured her,