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.

Raven, Dexeuldn't help but ask, "Why are you

hardened slightly. "That's none of your business, kiddo," he replied cryptically, leaving Bex with more questions than answers, but

the couch, glancing at claire with a curious expression.

eyes. "Oh, just giving someone a

in suprise. "A warning? What kind of

them think twice," she explained, still wearing that playful smile. Matthew chucked, shaking his head. "You never cease to amaze me, Claire. Choosing you

Claire rolled her

smile. "Oh, stop

and database weighed heavily on his mind. He

would agree to collaborate with him, considering their past interactions. Negative thoughts clouded his mind, imagining scenarios where Claire might humiliate him in front

times and asked you

in the mood to deal with her right now. Tell her I'm busy," he

if you don't answer. Maybe you should

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

secretary urged him to reconsider. It might be best to answer her calls, just

he nodded reluctantly. "Fine, I'll take her call. Thanks for letting me

gotten into her mind?" he

for a while thinking if this is one of Lisa lies or just her

Earlier that day.

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