Gossip Girl Reborn by Darlene Nunez

Chapter 5 First Crush

It was such a thorough investigation. She was treated as the sole suspect, with every effort directed at finding evidence to prove she was guilty.

Hannah had always believed that even if the fact that she entered the office was disclosed, Alexander's investigation out of vigilance wouldn't be that thorough. Hence, she saw no need to tamper with the surveillance records, deeming it an unnecessary precaution. She hadn't expected Alexander to be so merciless when dealing with matters related to her.

Defeated, Hannah went limp and collapsed on the ground.

Joseph was even more devastated than her.

"You really did this? You... Why would you?" Joseph's eyes were bloodshot as he grabbed Hannah's arm, questioning her in agitation.

Embarrassed by his son's behavior, Hector quickly pulled Joseph aside. "What else could be the reason? She's jealous and wants to take Mrs. Quirk's place."

As if struck by a bolt from the blue, Joseph exclaimed, "You're in love with Alexander? No, that's impossible!"

Hector felt an impending headache. Just how foolish can my son be? He's completely blind to the truth, which everyone else can see.

Isabella shared Hector's sentiment.

Yeah, he really is blind. He's so into Ms. Gates, yet he has no idea Ms. Gates is in love with Alexander.

After Isabella finished saying that internally, she looked up only to see a flicker of surprise flash across Alexander's otherwise composed face.

Wait, what? Don't tell me Alexander never realized Ms. Gates had feelings for him. He's such a dense man!

Alexander, already feeling awkward from Isabella's inner thoughts, felt his cheeks burn as his expression faltered.

on? I thought this was just a simple incident of an enemy bribing Ms. Gates to steal trade secrets

in panic, looking at Alexander anxiously. "Yes, I did all that, but it's nothing like what you

the entire place

Alexander's

shifted. "What did

"Eleanor

his eyes, as he glanced at Isabella

her. She's Alexander's first crush who heartlessly abandoned him years ago. They were once deemed a match made in heaven in high

had

turned to look at Hannah with a serious expression. She's right. What did that have to do with

to leave you. I didn't want the two of you to miss out on a chance at love because of a misunderstanding. I know you won't divorce without a good reason, which is why

Hannah lowered her head, feigning distress as if she was forced to

indeed Eleanor's best friend, and their connection drew Alexander and Hannah closer, too. Otherwise, Alexander wouldn't have been comfortable allowing her to be the secretary and trust her wholeheartedly when he initially recruited her into the corporation. During their college years, Hannah had witnessed his love story with Eleanor, even occasionally playing matchmaker for them.

first time everyone found out Hannah was actually the best friend of

about that before this, and everyone could

Mr. Alexander's first crush is coming back? And

expecting him to press

This is exciting!

Didn't have a choice? Misunderstanding? As if!

quickly changed the subject to

loss to the company for your own selfish desires and even got others involved. No excuse could possibly absolve you of responsibility,"

was easily diverted by Alexander's words, a common trait among young people to lose focus. Yeah, he's right, especially since her reasons are all made up. But why did she suddenly come up with this excuse? Let me see... Alexander was about to discuss

heart. But she didn't anticipate that Eleanor would be returning and knew she couldn't compete with Alexander's first crush. So, she wanted to buy herself some time to become Alexander's wife before Eleanor's return. No wonder she was so eager to finish me off that she didn't even consider the numerous flaws in her plan. Now that she was exposed, she could only use Eleanor as an excuse, fabricating the lie that she only did this for Eleanor's sake and wishing Alexander would be lenient with her. But, if Alexander were to find out that Hannah had feelings for him and that

who almost fell

always play the victim, intensifying Isabella's rage. Previously, Alexander had always blamed Isabella for being too temperamental. Now, upon reflection, he was filled with guilt, and his resentment toward