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"

help but glanced at Claire and

of Alex and Claire, a determined look in her eyes. The

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

given her team the task of brainstorming innovative ideas 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; she knew they were capable of coming up

her secretary Sandra entered the room. "Good morning, Claire.

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

they walked to the meeting room where the team had already assembled. Claire greeted everyone

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

to see what each team

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

their innovative concepts. It was a serious and focused atmosphere,

everyone. Your Ideas are truly

back to her office. Once inside, she opened the team presentations once more, reviewing each idea carefully. She wanted to make an informed decision when choosing the winning

her secretary to call jack. The only person she currently trust

technology is also his thing and his opinion

arrived, followed by Matthew fifteen minutes

seat and asked, "Claire, why

sit as well. "I wanted to discuss the presentations with both of you. I value

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

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

held a meeting for the

"Yes, and?"

consult with me first when

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

is

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

up because this project is going to be significant, unlike the past three years

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