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 breakfast. You go

"Yeah"

but glanced at

and Claire, a determined look in

herself, her determination fueling her ambition. She promised herself that she would make Alex marry her,

of excitement bubbling within her as she prepared for the upcoming meeting. Claire had high hopes for her team; she knew they were capable of coming

secretary Sandra entered the room. "Good morning,

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

had already assembled. Claire

had a productive week brainstorming ideas for Cortex 2.0," Claire began as she

to see what each team has come

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

meeting stretched on for over two hours as each team presented their innovative concepts. It was a serious and focused atmosphere,

Ideas are truly inspiring and

heading back to her office. Once inside, she opened the team

call jack. The only person

since technology is also

arrived, followed by Matthew

seat and asked, "Claire, why

well. "I wanted to discuss the presentations with both of you. I value your insights

the team to choose the winner. They were deep in conversation when Robert burst in, his irritation palpable "What's

Robert's sudden entrance. "I'm sure you know the basics of

earlier who held a meeting for the new

"Yes, and?"

with me first when you decided to

started 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

is Jack

Claire smiled faintly. "Matthew is my advisor. He helps me make decisions and he is good with technology." Robert's frustration grew, but

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

tone, reminded that he used to be the CEO before Claire replaced