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.

going to continue cooking breakfast. You

"Yeah"

can't help but glanced at

portrait of Alex and Claire, a

make Alex mine," she whispered to herself, her determination fueling her ambition. She promised herself

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

Sandra entered the room. "Good morning, Claire. Are you ready

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

the meeting room where the team had already assembled. Claire

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

to see what each team

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

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

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

informed them that the winner would be announced in 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 make an informed

jack. The only person she currently trust in

is also his thing and

Jack arrived, followed by Matthew

seat and asked, "Claire, why did you call

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

office was tense as she, Jack, and Matthew discussed the earlier presentation from the team to choose the winner. They were

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

held

"Yes, and?"

you didn't consult with me first

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

what is Jack doing

is the 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

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

mocking tone, reminded that he used