All Chapters of Saved To Be A Substitute: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

Alexander's POV"He's lying about me. I have never been involved in any fraudulent activity," Dustin spat, fury lacing his voice. "We are partners. I don't know why he's pulling this charade!" "I cannot defame anyone," I said into the microphone, my voice firm and calm. "I'm simply stating facts for others to be careful because I'm certain you'll target more victims." Murmurs filled the crowd as I glanced at Dustin with a smug smile. "And frankly, I think you're being delusional," I continue taunting him. "We've never been partners. I hope you aren't under the influence of any substances, Mr. Stone." "You scoundrel!!!" He growled, trying to rush forward."He's probably on drugs," someone whispered from the crowd"How did such a reputable company owner end up in this mess?""He must have been faking it all along," another murmured. Whispers filled the hall and I savored the confused and terrified looks that clouded Dustin's expression."None of this is true! Everyone, believe me.

Alexander's POV"Mom!" I exclaimed in shock. I hadn't expected her to speak that way about Jessica."Mom, why would you say that?" I asked, my voice trembling slightly. "I don't mean to sound dismissive, but that girl could be dead. It's pointless holding onto something that's gone," Mom said, her tone softening. "I just want what's best for you. I love you very much, Alex, and you can't truly be happy if you keep hoping—""Mom, enough!" I snapped, sharper than I intended. "You shouldn't talk about Jessica like that. She's not dead. She'll always have a place in my heart.""Alex, you wouldn't feel this way, if you had listened to me from the start," Mom countered, her voice tinged with sadness. "I never liked her, and you knew that. She always tried to control you in one way or the other. She almost alienated you from us.""Mom, that's not true," I argued, shaking my head in frustration. "We were simply planning our future until that unfortunate incident occurred."I wasn't surprised

Lillian's POV. I looked upward to see Alexander, holding me. I felt relief wash over me upon seeing him."Thank you," I whispered. "Please help me with my walking aid.""Sure," He replied, grabbing it for me and helping me to my feet. "Are you alright?""Yes, thank you," I nodded, smiling softly.I had been avoiding him since his encounter with his mother, but knowing he was always here for me when I needed help made me feel more secure."Thank you very much," I whispered, tightening my grip on my walking aid. "You don't have to thank me," He replied, his voice sweet as ever. "I'll do anything for you..." Those words sounded so deep and sincere, that they spread warmth through my heart. But once again, I wished I was the one he meant those words for. "Enough of this romantic bullshit!" Maureen shouted, standing to her feet. "Both of you are nothing but disgusting. I promise to kill you both for everything you've done to me." "Done to you?" Alexander scoffed. "Don't delude yoursel

Lillian's POV"What?" I gasped, my eyes widening in astonishment. "How can you accuse me of such a thing? I didn't steal this card.""Then how did you get it?" She questioned, stepping closer."That's none of your concern," I snapped, unable to contain my rage. "I don't owe you any explanation about where I got this card from. You can't just accuse me of stealing!""You are so upset because you know I'm right," the mall attendant raised her voice. "How can a homeless-looking person like you have a black card of all cards? This is absurd.""Maybe to you!" I snapped. "This card belongs to me, and I owe you no explanation on how I got it. Do you go about calling all of your customers with black card thieves? This is so unprofessional."She suddenly snatched the card away from me and glanced over it."It's not even your name on the card!" She gasped. "It belongs to Alexander McQueen. I think I've heard that name before, but from where...""Give it to me!" I stumbled forward, grabbing the

Lillian's POV"This is horrible," I said, my voice trembling. "Why would they say something like this?"Alexander took the phone back from me and said firmly, "You're not a thief. I'll make sure every one of those false news disappear."I watched as his fingers moved quickly over his phone, and he placed it to his ear."Martin, take down every photo, video, or article on any blog or news outlet," He commanded. “My wife isn't a thief, and I won't allow anyone to label her as such!"His voice grew sharp, "I don't care if it has spread like wildfire. I just want my wife's name to be cleared. Do you know the damage this could do to her image?"Alexander looked so furious. I suddenly felt horrible for everything that had happened. I was simply trying to be a good girl, why did everything have to turn out this way?I felt extremely sad. Tears spilled down my cheeks and I didn't try to stop them. I regretted coming here and attempting to do anything. I should have just stayed back at the ho