Chapter 248

Alec Berthold tapped his fingers on his thighs, unable to shake off the feeling of uneasiness that was now taking over him. He could not even focus on the movie Nicholas was showing–by Nicholas' own choice after he had given them the freedom to choose the movie they wanted to watch.

He had achieved his dream since childhood; living independently, apart from the extended family residence where he has lived since he was born until now, and building his own business without being under the shadow of his great-grandfather.

With the savings he set aside from his part-time job to help his extended family's business, he was finally able to buy a house that was quite far from Berthold's residence.

He was aware that the house he purchased was not as large or as comfortable as Berthold's, but it was more than adequate for him. Moreover, he only lived alone with Nicholas.

Be that as it may, he could not shake off the feeling of panic that was currently overtaking him as soon as he read the s