New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 167

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The next day offered no respite. Claire found herself relentlessly pursued by journalists and paparazzi wherever she went. These relentless photographers would even hide in bushes when she went out for a run. Every time she returned to her penthouse, she found the front door surrounded by intrusive and annoying paparazzi. The situation had become so unbearable that Claire had to hire a bodyguard to keep them at bay.

Alex faced a similar situation, but it was slightly less intense. He didn't hesitate to break a paparazzo's camera once when they pushed him too far. This assertive action had deterred some, but not all, of the relentless photographers.

Desperate to find a solution, Alex tried to contact Claire, but his calls went straight to voicemail. He knew he needed to address the situation soon. The relentless media frenzy was threatening to damage both Harris Company and Metacortex. But with Claire being hard to reach, Alex felt his options dwindling.

Heading to Metacortex was out of the question, as journalists and paparazzi were lurking around every corner.

Meanwhile, Claire was struggling to focus on her work amidst the chaos. She was at a loss, unsure of what steps to take next.

"Claire, do you think we should hold a press conference about all this?" Sandra asked cautiously.

Claire remained silent for a moment, her mind racing. Finally, she shook her head. "No, I don't think that's a good idea. If we do that, the internet will go even crazier and that will only make it worse."

Two days later, another picture from Claire and Alex's wedding surfaced online, sending the internet into a frenzy once again. It quickly became the number one trending topic. Claire paced back and forth in her penthouse, worry and frustration etched across her face. She couldn't believe this was happening again.

Matthew contacted Claire as soon as he saw the news about her. Claire picked up her phone, and Matthew's voice came through the line. "Have you checked social media?" he asked, sounding worried.

Claire nodded, even though he couldn't see her. "Yes, I saw it."

"Are you okay?" Matthew's concern was evident.

Claire sighed. "I can't lie; the news really stunned me. I can't help but wonder who had all those photos and would dare to post them online."

"I don't know," Matthew admitted. "But I think it's someone who hates you."

to one person. "Do

see him. "It's possible, but why would he

"But still, it could

out who's responsible for this, even

Claire said, grateful for

softly, annoyed by the interruption. Breakfast was his time, and he disliked being disturbed unless it was something truly important. Reluctantly, he reached

the caller ID.

was Christian, his best

sigh, Alex answered, "Hey, Christian. What's

Christian's voice

frowned, concern edging into his voice. "What

Christian asked, the urgency in his tone

couldn't see him. "No, I haven't even looked

need to open it right now," Christian

on speaker and opened his social media app. His eyes widened in shock as the first image that

the fuck?! Another photo? How did this

get the post taken down, but people

heavily, pinching the bridge of his nose. "I

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Claire." Christian advised. "Ask her if

nodded, even though Christian couldn't see him. "You're right. I'll call her now. But I don't know if she will answer my call,

least you

later, Claire's phone rang again. This time, Alex's name appeared on her screen. Claire hesitated, staring at the screen for a while before

only silence. Then Alex breathed

"Alex," she replied.

"Are

feeling, okay?" he asked