Chapter 14: Unveiling Truths

In the living room of Alex's cozy home, Clark sat, glancing around. The house exuded a calm and orderly atmosphere, reflecting Alex's meticulous personality. They had just finished dinner, and Clark decided it was a good time to delve deeper into the life of his new friend, feeling this was the perfect opportunity to understand more about Alex.

"Alex, I've been curious," Clark began, trying to sound casual despite his genuine interest, "What do your parents do for a living? Why are they rarely home?"

Alex nodded, seemingly prepared for the question. He appeared to reflect for a moment before starting his explanation. "Oh, that's an interesting question. My father is a businessman. He runs several large businesses outside the city, so he's often away on business trips. Sometimes, he has to stay abroad for extended periods."

Clark waited patiently, giving Alex time to continue his story. He could see that Alex was comfortable discussing this topic, even though there was a hint of longin