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.

turned to Cormac, "What do you

Cormac was caught off guard. "Why do you

"Just curious," Alaric said.

helps out Silas. Other employees think

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

Tommy had brought. He had to admit, aside from the construction site mess, the company's been running smoothly under Stellan's

6:30 PM. Seeing Stellan's name, Alaric realized he'd lost track

served," Stellan said, knowing how stressed he'd been lately. She'd even

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?"

Tommy jumped up. "Just finishing this document, then I'm

around. "Where's

leave early for some personal stuff. He's swamped, so I'm helping him out," Tommy

the elevator. Maybe he was overthinking things. Having a hardworking employee should be

to greet him, even opening the car door.

wrapped an arm around Stellan and walked into the house,

not back, you should eat

can't eat without you. But now that you're here, let's dig in," Stellan said, helping him with

kept piling food onto

to fuss

nodded and started

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

You can't go to the office. I'll go instead," Stellan 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

Just rest at home,"

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