Chapter 390 Why Do You Think He's Not That Simple?


Alaric wasn't buying that this was just some random accident; it was way too convenient.

"Man, I doubt the investigation's gonna dig up much; just a hunch," Alaric said.

Cormac chimed in, "Accident or not, Nexus Innovations is taking a hit. The official statement's getting trashed online, and some of those keyboard warriors even..." "Even what? Why'd you stop?" Alaric had skimmed the comments, but he got the gist.

Cormac went on, "Most folks are dragging Galatea through the mud, telling you to ditch her. These online trolls, man."

Alaric had seen those comments before; they were brutal.

"I think there's more to this public opinion mess. I've got Silas on it," Alaric said, noticing someone lurking by the office door. "Who's out there?" he barked. The door creaked open, and Tommy stepped in.

"Mr. Knight, Mr. Nash," Tommy said, handing over some documents. "I was just delivering these and heard you talking, so I waited outside."

So, he wasn't snooping on purpose?

Alaric said, "Next time, if you hear someone in my office, just leave. No need to hang around."

"Got it, Mr. Knight," Tommy replied.

"Leave the docs and get back to work," Alaric instructed.

left, Alaric turned to Cormac, "What do you

off guard.

"Just curious," Alaric said.

pays him well, but he doesn't have much to do, so he keeps busy by taking on extra tasks. Even helps out Silas. Other employees think highly of him." Alaric thought, 'Everyone likes Tommy? But something feels off. If I'm right,

family, and they're willing to sign a letter of understanding.

Cormac left, Alaric glanced at the documents Tommy had brought. He had to admit, aside from the

Stellan's name, Alaric realized

home? Dinner's served," Stellan said, knowing how stressed he'd been

home now." Alaric hung up, shut down his computer, and left the office. Passing by Tommy's office, he saw the guy still grinding away. "Still here?" Alaric

jumped up. "Just finishing this document, then

around. "Where's

personal stuff. He's swamped, so I'm helping

motivated," Alaric said, stepping into the elevator. Maybe he

into the driveway, Stellan came out to greet him, even opening

arm around Stellan and walked into the house,

If I'm not back, you should eat first. Don't

eat without you. But now that you're here, let's dig

dinner, Stellan kept piling

to fuss over me. Eat your

nodded and started eating

talk, and Stellan didn't pry, not wanting to

said. "I should take responsibility for this mess. I can't just hide at home." With all the negative buzz about Stellan and the execs' grumbling, Alaric was worried about her going

Just rest

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