New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 43

Chapter 43 The proposal

As Alex sat at his desk, trying to focus on work, a wave of guilt washed over him. The memory of his outburst with Lisa earlier in the day lingered in his mind, clouding his thoughts, and making it difficult to concentrate on the tasks at hand. He knew he had been harsh and impulsive, and the regret weighed heavily on his shoulders.

The meeting that followed only added to Alex's distraction. His mind kept drifting back to Lisa, imagining her tear-streaked face after their argument. "Abby, do I have another meeting?"

"You don't have any meeting, sir however you do have a dinner with Mr. Christian"

"Tell him to reschedule. I have something more important things to do."

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"Of course, sir. I will inform Mr. Christian about it"

Around six in the evening, unable to shake off his remorse, Alex decided to call it a day and headed home earlier than usual.

As he drove, the roads blurred beneath his contemplative gaze. Guilt gnawed at him, and he couldn't bear the thought of being the cause of Lisa's pain.

Gripping the steering wheel tightly, Alex's mind raced with thoughts of how to make amends.

At a red light, Alex's fingers hovered over his phone, hesitating before dialing Lisa's number.

The first ring went unanswered, and so did the second.

"Damn it! Why didn't she answer?"

Five attempts later, frustration mingled with his guilt as Lisa remained unreachable.

An idea sparked in Alex's mind, a small gesture to show Lisa that he cared.

Without second-guessing himself, Alex changed his route and headed towards Cartier, a luxury jewelry store known for its exquisite pieces.

Inside the store, Alex browsed through the displays, his eyes settling on a set of matching earrings and necklace that he knew would suit Lisa's style.

ring caught his attention, its

the ring. "Could I take a closer

""Of course, sir."

eyes lit up as he examined the intricate details and the

muttered, a genuine smile

I wrap

*please"

he decided to purchase not just the earrings and necklace but also the stunning diamond ring, wanting to surprise Lisa with something

home, Alex made a quick

LE

I help

have red roses? I am planning

old woman smiled. "We do have it. I will wrap

"Thank you, ma'am.

picked out a bouquet of Lisa's favorite flowers and a box of her favorite chocolates. With each purchase, Alex is keen to

confident demeanor was replaced by a sense of panic

her. The very idea sent a shiver down her spine, and her mind

if he doesn't want to marry me?" Lisa muttered to herself; her voice tinged

idea of going back to a life she had worked so tirelessly to escape. The thought

will never go back to that dread life. I need him to marry me," Lisa muttered, the desperation clear in her voice

gifts

sat on the edge of the bed, lost in

tears and prepared to put on

in her hands as she let out fake sobs. Concerne

he asked, his voice

baby?"

etched on his features,

fake cries grew louder, adding a touch of drama to her performance. She looked up at Alex with watery eyes and managed to choke out, "You don't want to marry me." Alex's heart sank at the sight of Lisa's apparent distress. He sat down in front of her,

reassured her, his voice sincere. "I do want to marry you.

sorry for what

""You mean it?"

away tears. Alex nodded earnestly. "Y and I was under too much stress. So please don't be mad at me