Chapter 88

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Chapter 88 Mum's advice

"What's next then?!!

Rex hucowed his brows. "There is no next. This is a dead end or maybe this is a sign. Once it's been compimised like this, there's no going back" he clarified his lone resigned.

Realizing the privity of the situation, Alex sighed. "So, youneed a new laptop," he stated, stating the obvious.

Bex nodded, his imitation growing. "Yeah, and you're the one who's going to have to foot the bill," he pointed out, a hint of frustration in his voice

Alex rolled his eyes playfully. "Of course, I pay you, and now I have to buy you a laptop," he remarked, a touch of sarcasm in his tone.

Res nodded, not amused. "Exactly. Unless you want me to stop working for you," he retorted, a subtle threat in his words.

Alex chucked, knowing he needed Rex's expertise. "Fine, I'll get you a new laptop. But only if you promise to keep working for me and try to find out who is The Raven, "benegotiated, trying to lighten the mood.

Rex nodded reluctantly, his displeasure still evident. "Fine," he agreed, though not entirely happy about the situation.

about Alex's fixation on The Raven, Dexeuldn't help but ask, "Why are you so obsessed with this

more questions than answers, but since he's purposed is tormy

the couch, glancing at claire with a curious expression. "Se, did you send earlier?"

just giving someone

eyes widened in suprise. "A warning? What kind of warming?" he inquired, intrigued

hand dismissively. "Just a harmless vimus, nothing serious. Just enough to make them think twice," she explained, still wearing that playful smile. Matthew chucked, shaking his head. "You never cease to amaze me, Claire. Choosing you as my role model was definitely a wise decision, he

Claire rolled her

hide her smile. "Oh, stop flattering me," she

database weighed heavily on his mind. He low his next move would be crucial, possibly involving a partnership with Metacontes.

Claire would agree to collaborate with him, considering their past interactions. Negative thoughts clouded his mind, imagining scenarios where Claire might humiliate him in front of his employees by rejecting his proposal. His secretary interrupted his thoughts, and Alex frowned

secretary hesitated before speaking. "Ms Lisa is trying to reach you urgently. She's called multiple times and asked

the mood to deal with her right now. Tell her

expression turned more serious. "She mentioned something about harming herself if you don't answer. Maybe you

at the revelation. "What? Is she crazy?" he mattered to himself; disbelief written

reconsider. It might be best to answer her calls, just incase, We don't want any

take her call.

is gotten into her mind?"

is one of

Earlier that day.

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