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.

to Cormac, "What do you think of

off guard. "Why do

"Just curious," Alaric said.

shrugged, "He seems humble and eager to learn. Galatea 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

We've settled with the deceased's family, and they're willing to sign a letter of understanding. The online hate will blow

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

name, Alaric realized he'd lost

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

shut down his computer, and left the office. Passing by Tommy's office, he saw

Tommy jumped up. "Just finishing this document, then

around.

for some personal stuff. He's swamped, so I'm

Alaric said, stepping into the elevator. Maybe he was overthinking

to

wrapped an arm around Stellan and walked into the house, eyeing

so late. If I'm not back, you should

now that you're here, let's dig in," Stellan said,

kept piling food onto

don't need to fuss

and started

the meal. Alaric avoided company talk, and Stellan didn't pry, not wanting to

your treatment shot. 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'

Just rest at home," Alaric

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