The Billionaire's Forbidden Longing

Chapter 22 Alexander's Approach

After Allison took off, Yasmin shot a worried look at Preston. "Dad, if Grandpa really hands over the shares to Allison, what about Jasper?" And more importantly, what about her?

In Yasmin's social circle, rich families usually gave a tiny slice of shares when their daughters got married, usually not more than 5%. Now, Hayden was giving all his shares to Allison, and Yasmin was losing her mind with jealousy. Preston was just as puzzled by Hayden's move. He needed to talk this over with Jasper.

Preston said, "Don't stress about it. Just focus on your studies and make sure you get into a top university!"

Getting into a prestigious university would give her the edge to marry into a high-status family. Once Yasmin married into such a family, Preston could solidify his position in the company.

Actually, Allison had a point. Even though Preston was the CEO, his skills were limited. Jasper, the general manager, had only been in charge for less than two years. Both of them had shaky foundations, and Hayden still had a lot of sway in the company.

So, there was no way those shares could go to Allison. With that in mind, Preston headed upstairs to call Jasper.

Meanwhile, Allison, who had just left the Bennett Villa, was about to hail a cab when she noticed a familiar car parked at the gate.

As soon as she stepped out, the car started and pulled up in front of her.

"Get in!" The driver was Alexander, which caught Allison off guard.

Alexander had mentioned earlier that he would have someone pick her up, but Allison hadn't taken it seriously.

So now, Allison hesitated. Should she get in the car? If she did, she would owe Alexander a favor. If possible, Allison wanted to stay away from Alexander, especially since he had once put out an online bounty on her.

"Are you worried about owing me a favor, or afraid I'll pester you? Allison, do you really think I'm that despicable?" Alexander was a bit ticked off by Allison's attitude. He had always been straightforward and honorable, so why was he being treated with such disdain by Allison?

Allison took a deep breath and reluctantly opened the passenger door. However, this scene was witnessed by Yasmin from the second floor. Yasmin couldn't see the man's face clearly. She felt a strong sense of disdain for Allison. Yasmin muttered, "What wealthy family would even want a notorious woman like you? Allison, you'll always be my rival in defeat!"

asking, "Did someone bully you?" Alexander's voice was a

out I was bullied? Couldn't it be that I bullied someone else?" Allison looked

tugged at his

but you're soft-hearted towards others. It looks like Mia is the one clinging to you, but most of the time, you're the one accommodating her. If someone dares to bully Mia, you'd retribution upon them tenfold or a hundredfold. But when your family gives you a hard time, all you can do

want to admit it, it was an undeniable

head back to Oceanview Apartments but instead stopped in front of

had dinner yet. Ms. Bennett, would you do me the honor of joining me

doing it for her. She just couldn't figure

serves up some amazing grub. You're gonna love it

choice but to follow Alexander

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food, Alexander and Allison started chatting

asked, "Mr. Carter, why are you so set on me joining the Carter Group? From what I know, the Carter Group isn't even in

nodded. "True, but I want you on board for our new project-AI medical robots! The Carter Group has always been a leader

was taken aback. She had always thought a big company like the Carter Group would stick to real estate and other major industries. AI medical robots? That

this was a super tempting offer. It fit perfectly with her background in both medicine and computer

thinking about the recent project she had just taken on, Allison had to decline. "Mr. Carter, you know I'm about to graduate and still have a

seem fazed. "You can join us after graduation. Allison, even though your grades at Maplewood High are just average, I know you won't let me down!" He was convinced her mediocre grades were intentional. People who show off their talents too early often burn out, but those who keep their skills under wraps can control everything from behind the

think about it," Allison said, which was enough to make Alexander happy. He knew how

to be surprisingly delicious, and Allison

serving her more food. Allison, enjoying the meal, nodded and ate with gusto. "If you

lot. Alexander, meanwhile, was busy

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