When Alex came home that night, he went straight into his bedroom. Despite Annie’s attempt to get his attention, it wasn’t possible.He had been thinking everything through, the fact that Jane was coming to New York and what his relationship with Clara was like.There was only a way to be sure of all these and that was to contact Henry Brown.Although the possibility of Henry telling a lie against Clara because he likes her was there, he would make sure to investigate well before taking action like his parents wanted.Even when a part of him trusts Clara, he also needs to know all those involved in setting her up, and only then will he deal with the people involved.Also, Clara should be willing to understand that he didn’t have anything with Selene.“CEO Alex, I have been expecting your call,” Henry said the moment he knew Alex was on the line.“Let’s see at the restaurant,” Alex replied.“Hey, Director Alex, are you asking me out? Am I a lady?” Henry teased.Alex wasn’t in for all t
As Henry ate in the restaurant, he wasn’t so happy with himself. If he claims to love Clara, then why was he always bringing peace between Clara and Alex?It was meant to be the other way round, he was supposed to take Clara away from him but he was always being nice.He assumed this was his price to pay since he needed to make up for how he treated Clara in the past, he had to genuinely support her.But if and only if Alex doesn’t value her, he would then make sure he takes Clara away from him. As Henry thought about all these, it began to rain.Alex drove slowly in the rain happily, he arrived home a few minutes later.Annie was beginning to get worried because she knew that Alex doesn't keep late nights but he wasn't back till this time.She remembered Mrs. Peters's statement to her, to be on Alex’s side until the wedding.“Young master,” Annie ran towards Alex to hug him the moment he stepped in a little bit drenched but Alex pushed her away.“I was so worried about you.” She mutt
Alex blinked his eyes twice, he knew what Clara was talking about.Slowly he asked her. “Selene?”Clara wore a straight face. The thought of those still traumatized her. Even though their marriage is a contract, she still needed to hear from him, it might not change many things though.Clara nodded.Alex gulped and folded his lips. He placed his hand on his forehead and walked around a bit quickly.When he returned and sat back, he grabbed her both hands. “You're gonna believe me if I say the truth, right?”Clara nodded again, anxious to hear him already.So Alex began to tell her some things. His expressions showed credibility and accountability. But from the way Clara nodded, it seemed she was blaming herself also.“Are you trying to say that the herbs your mother brought weren't for the immune system but to make you want a woman?”Alex nodded.Clara felt all guilty. “I am so sorry for always feeding you that. I guess I fell prey to her plans.”“It's not your fault, Clara.”After th
Alex ensured that Elizabeth and Selene were locked up before proceeding to his office.However, he changed his mind about going back to the office. Clara should be awake now and he should let her know the steps he had taken.He told the driver to take him to the house instead. When Clara tried to call Sophia, Mrs. Peters thought she was going to call Alex, so she took the phone from her and asked her out.Because Clara can't fight back, she left. Just at the entrance, Alex saw her.“Sweet, where are you going looking like this?” Alex could sense that something was wrong so he held her while they entered inside.The moment he saw his mum and Annie. He got it. Without asking what the problem was, he asked them to leave.“Mum, Annie. You two aren't allowed in here ever again.”Alex was so certain they were trying to bully his wife again. He wondered what was going to happen if he did not show up.“Son, are you sending us out because of her? What about the divorce.” Elizabeth tried to g
Jane had already arrived in New York. However, she hadn’t made her appearance outdoors yet because she is a public figure.Before her relocation, she was so popular that everyone thought she was gonna end up with Alex as they have been dating.The news she had just received made her so uncomfortable that she wanted to show her face right there at the Peters corporation but she held herself.Since she landed, she has not even picked up her parent's call nor informed them of her safety.Jane couldn’t just place what was so special about Clara. She had been stalking her social media but she was just an ordinary person below average.What exactly did Alex see in her?In Alex’s office, Clara was quite uncomfortable. Alex was now busily engaged in his system while everyone else was also busy.She felt quite awkward not knowing what to do. Even when the secretary came in to report something to Alex, Clara felt like all eyes were on her.“Sweet?” Alex called her.Clara beamed. She wouldn’t wa
Alex was still conversing with Clara when his phone began to ring. He knew why his father was calling him so he didn't dare pick up the phone.Not like he didn't expect the news to reach his father. He continued his discussion with Clara and before he knew it, it was as if they spent the whole day talking.“Since I get to know my wife more at the office alone, it seems I will bring you here more often.” Alex teased.The joke didn't get to Clara as she could only wonder who had been calling Alex on the phone and why he didn't pick up.“Your phone has been ringing. Aren't you gonna pick it up?”“It's not important,” Alex replied, accepting the fact she didn't catch the joke.Clara no longer felt uneasy after all. Her mind was only occupied with their departure.Since they got lots of side talk as they came in, people are surely going to make comments when they are leaving.Alex had been feeding her with one thing or the other and she was now bloated, yet he wouldn't keep his eyes off h
Alex chuckled. How was he not able to predict this?“Dad, why are you here?” Alex moved closer, trying to protect Clara and shield her from his Dad.Because of Mr. Peters's health condition, he wasn't able to move around.“What was the meaning of your act in the office? How do you want people to view our corporation? Do you know how much sweat that is?”Clara was panicking behind Alex. She hates it when she's the cause of the fight between Alex and his family.“Do you know what?” Mr. Peter asked.Alex was still, waiting for him to say something.“The event planner is done with everything needed for you and Annie’s wedding. It’s either you get married to her and discard this thing,” He made a short stare at Clara. “or use seize to be my son.”“I will make sure to go to the media and denounce you.” He added.Alex was not ready to marry Annie or choose her over Clara. But denouncing wasn’t something he expected from his father. And his father meant everything he said.When Mr. Peters saw
“Sir, we are sorry, what do you mean by we should let you cook? If it was Clara who gave the order it would be better but we can't let you sir.” The chef told Alex.It was weird that he wanted to do the dishes himself. But Alex refused. “This is an order.” He replied and the chef left.Though the chef left, she was so uncomfortable. Allowing their boss to be in the kitchen was not something they were used to.Alex was happily preparing the dishes, and when Clara woke up, he would make her so happy. He was not going to tell her his plans of extending the marriage yet.Henry Brown has been skipping office for days now. He doesn't know why he was so kind to Alex and let him take Clara away from him.Originally, he owned Clara and met her first. His face wrinkled when he thought about the possibility that Alex must have deflowered Clara, he knew Clara had been a virgin.As for Selene's case, Henry had been on it all along, he wanted to gather evidence to prove that Selene was the one who