Leon sat in the living room, sipping on his water and watching the letter until it had turned into complete Ash. It was a satisfying feeling, giving shit to the woman who had ruined his son's happy marriage.Ah, but then again he really couldn't put all the blame on Octavia. Lucien had been equally as stupid.A sigh escaped his lips as he took one last sip from his water, refreshing his patched lips before placing the cup down."Is something the matter, Master Albrecht?" Regent asked at last. He could no longer stand by and watch as the elderly man went on sighing, shaking his head and at time muttering incoherent words to himself. If someone else had been in his shoes, watching the scene before him, they would have almost thought that the elderly man was regretting his life's decision.He was. But Regent didn't know that, or at least his narrow way of thinking didn't allow him to accept it. To him, he believed that all rich people shouldn't have regret, after all, what was there that
Alexandra and Theodore quietly returned to Grey Manor after leaving the airport. The drive back was pleasant as well, they exchanged little words, laughs and stories here and there despite how exhausted they seemed. By the time they pulled into the drive way of Grey Manor, Theodore had ended yet another one of his travel tale stories."You seemed to have been enjoying yourself rather than working." Alexandra said as she stepped out of the door behind held open for her.Theodore followed suit, shaking his head at her accusations. "I was simply take a client up on their offer. Free partying and wine, what stupid Dumbo would turn down an offer that good." He said with a chuckled.Alexandra rolled her eyes and shook her head. She paused in front of the entrance to the house before turning around, looking at him over her shoulder. "You really should turn down your consumption of alcohol, you know?""That's classy coming from you." Theodore teasing fired back, giving her the look that she k
Theodore's words, meant as a little sprinkle of realization, sounded like a harsh slap back to reality and to say Alexandra did not like it would be an understatement.She and Theodore had always understood each other, fighting back to back against the world and protecting each other. He was like the brother she didn't have growing up. The male would comforting her each time Lucien had done something heart break, curse at him along with her and, scolded her when she made the wrong decision and later on let her and even went as far as to serve as her eyes and ears when she had decided to go on low-key.He was everything that a sister would want from a big brother. And now he was standing in front of her, down playing all the errors she had made and telling her how she had been diverted woefully off her original purpose?Something about it annoyed her. Alexandra wasn't sure what part, but she felt a burning anger in her chest and the need to tell Theodore off. It was the first time in a
Alexandra always had her ways of getting the things she wanted. She needed not to kick up a fuss or throw tantrums. All she needed to do was point her hand at something, say she wants it and instantly gets it.It was the power and perks that came along with being the head of one of Seattle's big and influential family. And that was why when she pointed her fingers at the man in the picture before her, circling small circles on his age pudgy face, she knew she already has him in the palms of her hand.She didn't need to wait for Zion's call, confirming if he was capable of completing the task or not. Because she knew even without his intervention, she could still get the job done.It was not pride, just status recognition. One that she used wisely to it's fullest."I'm sure he'll be able to take care of this," Alexandra mused to herself as she closed her laptop shut and stood up from her work chair.Sun from outside her window shone down on her floor board, bathing it in pinkish and or
Hugh Curt seemed like a clever man. Black well kept hair, a mustache above his upper lip and most of all, the ever present glint in his eyes that Alexandra found irritating as she stepped through the doors of her office. She continued to examine her opponent noting that had already placed about scenarios, each giving them an escape plan befitting.That was a smart move on his path, seeing as he was walking into Alexandra's domain...He was smart, but sadly, Alexandra was smarter.Slowly, she walked into the room, keeping her eyes on Hugh who watched her every move like a viper watching it's prey, no, more like a prey waiting to be gobbled up by its chasing predator, before she slipped behind her desk and into her chair.As usual, she placed on a professional smile on her lips, masking her true intent for approaching him, as she addressed him. "Mr. Curt, I'm glad to see that you humbled me with your presence.""You talk small for a big shot in Seattle." Hugh countered cautiously,making
Once Hugh had left, Alexandra stood at her window, staring down at the tiny figures below her. Her office was so high up, the sixty eight floor and the top floor, that she could barely see things clearly.Well, not like she cared.With a sigh, she pulled away from her window, just as Zion knocked on her door from the other side."Come in." She called out as she untucked her hands from her pocket and walked towards the coffee machine in her office, brewing herself a fresh cup as Zion stepped in."Ms. Grey, Mr. Curt has been seen off." He informed with a bow.Alexandra nodded her head, watching as drips of black beverage poured down into her white mug. "That's good." She said. "Make sure to keep an eye on him. If he does anything concerning any of his company assist, be sure to inform me."Zion bowed his head in acknowledgement. "Of course, Ms. Grey."She smiled and took the cup of coffee, nodding to him with a thanks before taking a sip. She could feel the warmth from the liquid as it
After the harsh realization had hit Lucien, he reminded silent for the rest of the meeting.Alexandra really could care less and as a bonus, his silence granted her the accurate concentration she needed to study the document and come to the conclusion that the terms were indeed good enough for her.For her cooperation with Leon and helping him get rid of Hugh, the elderly man was offering a whole twelve percent of Albrecht Empire, much more than Alexandra had asked for in the beginning. This made her wonder if the info of her and Lucien once being married was the only thing Hugh held against Leon. Because if it was, then Leon was offering one hell of a deal.Too good in this case. Alexandra thought as she closed the document and placed it on the table in between her and Lucien."I agree with the terms." She informed, entwine her finger at her kneel. "If that's all there is fo read through, shall we get things over with?"Lucien remained silent. He wasn't responding and his gaze linger
Alexandra stood in front of Nolis Curt Boutique. She stared up at the famous, elite frequented boutique.Why did Darius want to meet her here?As she pondered the thought, Alexandra adjusted her dress. It was a deep plum color and it hung to her knees with lace around the edges of the sleeves and bodice. She felt confident in this dress—confident enough to walk into the boutique.Alexandra stepped through the entrance and was struck by its beauty. The walls were painted a bright blue with hints of silver along their edges. A large chandelier sparkled in the center of the ceiling, surrounded by hundreds of shimmering crystals that made Alexandra’s eyes light up. The floor was composed of different sizes and shades of marble tile, creating a unique pattern beneath her feet. There were several counters throughout the room with shining glass surfaces displaying beautifully crafted jewelry pieces which glittered like stars filled with precious gemstones in every hue imaginable.Although Al