New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 14

Chapter 14, He will be mine

Alex woke up to an empty side of the bed. He headed downstairs and found Lisa in the kitchen, cooking breakfast. He wrapped his arms around her from behind, greeting her. "Good morning, babe." He planted a soft kiss on her cheek.

However, Lisa's response was muted, her mind preoccupied with the lingering scent of alcohol on Alex's clothes. Instead of

reciprocating his greeting, she hummed softly.

Sensing something amiss, Alex pulled away slightly and leaned against the counter, studying her expression.

"Is everything okay, Lisa? Are you feeling alright, or is it your stitches bothering you?"

Lisa sighed, turning off the stove and facing him with crossed arms. "I'm fine," she replied curtly, her tone chilly. Noticing the change in her demeanor, Alex pressed further. "Why the cold tone, then?"

Lisa hesitated before speaking up. "Where did you really go last night?"

Alex hesitated for a moment, then replied, "I told you last night, that I was bust at the office."

Lisa shook her head, her expression firm. "You're lying, Alex. Your clothes reek of alcohol"

Alex's heart sank as he realized he had been caught. He paused, searching for the right words.

Finally, he admitted, "I did go to a club and had a few drinks, but that's all. I didn't do anything wrong.

Lisa looked at him sadly, her disappointment evident. "Why lie to me, Alex? You could have just told me the truth."

Alex ran a hand through his hair, feeling guilty. "I know, and I'm sorry. I just didn't want to disappoint you. I made a promise, and I couldn't keep it"

Lisa stepped closer, wrapping her arms around him in a comforting embrace. "You can tell me anything, Alex. I'll try to understand."

Alex returned the bug gratefully, feeling a mix of relief and remorse.

continue cooking breakfast. You go freshen

"Yeah"

at Claire and

Claire, a determined look in her eyes. The

whispered to herself, her determination fueling her ambition. She promised

for Cortex 2.0. She sat in her office, a sense of excitement bubbling within her as she prepared for the upcoming meeting. Claire had high hopes for her team;

entered the room. "Good morning, Claire. Are

a smile. "Absolutely, Sandra.

had already assembled. Claire greeted everyone warmly, her

hope you've had a productive week brainstorming ideas for Cortex 2.0," Claire began as she took

see what each team has come up

everyone was settled, Claire made an announcement. "I'll be randomly calling out team names, so be prepared to present your ideas.

presented their innovative concepts. It was a serious and

the teams. "Fantastic work, everyone. Your Ideas are truly inspiring and creative. I'm proud to

room, heading back to her office. Once inside, she opened the team presentations once more, reviewing each idea carefully. She wanted to make an

The only person she currently trust in

also

Jack arrived, followed by Matthew fifteen minutes

"Claire, why

to discuss the presentations with both of you. I value your insights and opinions and since you Jack, are the

the winner. They were deep in conversation when Robert burst in, his irritation palpable

Robert's sudden entrance. "I'm sure you know the basics of knocking, Robert? What brings

who held a meeting for the

"Yes, and?"

first when you decided to announce

a week ago, Robert and today I will choose the winner who will be leading this project." "Don't you remember who I am, Claire? I am still a part of the Metacortex corporation, and you left me out. Claire sighed. "You are but what role do you

is Jack

vice president; his opinion matters the most in this company. Aren't you forgetting that?" Robert's eyes then shifted to Matthew, a man he didn't recognize. "And who is he? He's not even an employee." Claire smiled faintly. "Matthew is my advisor. He helps me make decisions and he is good with technology." Robert's frustration grew, but he

feeling exasperated. "Fine, Robert. You can join us. But keep up because this project is

bristled at Claire's mocking tone, reminded that he used to be the CEO before Claire