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.

to continue cooking

"Yeah"

at Claire and

in front of the wedding portrait of Alex and Claire, a determined look in her eyes.

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

her office, a sense of excitement bubbling within

her thoughts, her secretary Sandra entered the room. "Good

smile. "Absolutely, Sandra. Let's head to

room where the team had already assembled. Claire greeted

you've had a productive week brainstorming ideas for Cortex 2.0," Claire began as she took her seat at the

see what each team has

was settled, Claire made an announcement. "I'll be randomly calling out team names, so

two hours as each team presented their innovative concepts. It was a serious and focused atmosphere, with everyone paying close

are truly inspiring and

a few days" time and then dismissed the meeting Claire was the first to leave the room, heading back to her office. Once inside, she opened the team presentations once more, reviewing each idea carefully. She wanted to

The only person she currently trust in

also called Matthew since technology is also his thing and his opinion matters

arrived, followed by Matthew

"Claire, why did you

sit as well. "I wanted to discuss the presentations with both of you. I value your insights and opinions and since you Jack, are the

They were deep in conversation when Robert burst in, his

her eyebrows at Robert's sudden entrance. "I'm sure you

who held a meeting

"Yes, and?"

consult with me first

remember who I am, Claire? I am still a part of the Metacortex corporation, and you left me out. Claire

is Jack doing

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 tried to keep his anger in check. "I still need to

can join us. But keep up because this project is going to be significant, unlike the

tone, reminded that he used to be the CEO