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"

but glanced at Claire and

stood in front of the wedding portrait of Alex and Claire,

will make Alex mine," she whispered to herself, her determination fueling her ambition. She promised herself that she would make Alex marry her, no matter what it

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

gathered her thoughts, her secretary Sandra entered the room. "Good morning, Claire. Are you ready for the

nodded with a smile. "Absolutely, Sandra. Let's head to

had already assembled. Claire greeted everyone warmly,

for Cortex 2.0," Claire began as she took her seat at

each team

be randomly calling out team names, so

stretched on for over two hours as each team presented their innovative concepts. It was a serious

work, everyone. Your Ideas are truly inspiring and creative. I'm proud to have such talented and hardworking employees

few days" time and then dismissed the meeting Claire was the first to leave the room, heading back

The only person

is also his thing and his opinion matters to

arrived, followed by Matthew fifteen minutes

a seat and asked, "Claire, why did you

discuss the presentations with both of you. I value your insights and opinions and since you Jack, are the only person I trust in this

and Matthew discussed the earlier presentation from the team to choose the winner. They were deep in conversation when Robert burst in, his irritation palpable "What's going on here?" Robert demanded, his eyes darting between the

sudden entrance. "I'm sure you know the basics of knocking,

who held a meeting

"Yes, and?"

first when

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 you left me out. Claire sighed. "You are but what role do you play

what is Jack doing

is he? He's not even an employee." Claire smiled faintly.

But keep up because this project is going to

mocking tone, reminded that he