Consumed by Ambition

Alexander’s POV

The office grew silent, the night’s emptiness echoing around me as I slowly stood up from my desk. I left and entered my car, driving home. But what was the rush? Who was I expecting, anyway?

I slowly opened my door, entering my mansion as I sat down, placing a bottle of whiskey in front of me. It was all about getting drunk now.

I wanted it all—the power, the money, the influence—but what did I get? Sebastian had it all.

I hated him. He had everything I desired, and now, only to find out he’s married? How could his life be so perfect while mine drowns in misery? And what did I have? Eva?

She was just a mere stepping stone I saw for receiving her father’s help. I needed her to further my growth, but she proved useless in recent times and now she speaks of love? Really? Love?

I cradled my hands, recalling her warm touch... Scarlet. Oh, my. Her eyes seemed to draw me close. I was quite shocked to learn that Sebastian had married. I mean, he had lived a lonely life and alw