New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 9

Chapter 9 Betrayal

In the meeting room, Alex laid out his vision for the new hotel chain in Las Vegas. He emphasized that by the end of 2024, it would be up and running

"We need to think outside the box," he said to his team, "something that will set us apart from the rest.

He explained his concept in detail, highlighting what he wanted and what he didn't want.

*Luxury and elegance are overdone in Vegas," he remarked. "We need something mysterious, something that will pique people's

curiosity.

After assigning three team members to find an interior designer, the meeting concluded. Alex made his way to his office, but as he entered, he was surprised to find Christian lounging on his couch, engrossed in a game on his phone. Alex greeted him sarcastically, to which Christian responded with a grin and a salute. "Working hard, I see," Alex remarked dryly.

Christian chuckled. "Just taking a breather, boss. So, tell me about this new concept for the hotel chain."

"I'm thinking to go for a mysterious but technology theme."

"Why?"

"Because it is unusual, and it will pique people interest."

Talding a seat across from Christian, Alex explained his idea for a mysterious theme. "I want to hire The Raven," he said, leaning forward "Wait, who again?"

"The Raven.

Christian looked puzzled. "Who names their lod "The Raven.""

Alex rolled his eyes. "It's an allas. Chris."

"Oh, who's The Raven?"

Alex explained that The Raven was a hacker, shrouded in mystery. "No one knows who it is, but they are known for their notorious skills."

H

Christian was hesitant to express his w

"That is quite something.

his worries despite his reservations. Alex looked genuinely enthused about the concept, after all.

the feeling of confusion as he watched his boss as well as his best friend, Alex, enthusiastically embrace

where they would have to solve

like the Matrix," Christian remarked, catching

contact information anywhere. It seems

you contacted her

still

then her email suddenly disappear

on purpose so no one can reach them." Alex thought of what Christian has said.

answer.

raised an eyebrow. "So, how do you plan

"I'll figure

boss. We'll find a

interrupting the momentum. He quickly answered,

"Hello, Mum," Alex greeted.

H

mother wasted no time

heard about the divorce with Claire. Are you

let out a weary sigh. "Yeah, Mum, everything's fine. It's all been taken

mother's tone softened, but concern still lingered. "I just don't understand why you two couldn't work things out. Claire was always so sweet

Mum. Things just weren't working

a moment, then

your decisions, Alex. But promise me you'll take care of yourself. Don't work too late and make sure

his mother's concern. "I promise, Mum. I'll

care

mischievously which cause Alex to throw a pillow at

to him Mum. Talk to

Christian can't help but teased Alex for still being a mama

He couldn't believe it. On Claire's first day was she thinking? He demanded answers, his frustration evident. lay as CEO, she had fired Pedro.

What

Why did you fire

document before turning to face him. Claire leaned

you've heard the

in the company. The employees are rather grateful since they do not like

frustration grew as Claire seemed unfazed by

news! It's what everyone has been talking

raised an eyebrow, unimpressed by

you have a problem with my decision,

was the one who help me while you were gone, and

saw through his excuse. She suppressed a smirk. She knew exactly what kind of "help" Pedro had been providing Robert -