The following morning, the air in the luxurious mansion carried the scent of breakfast as Alex, dressed in a sharp suit, prepared to head out for work. He approached the butler and casually mentioned, "I'll be leaving early today. Need to handle Becca's situation."Just as he spoke, the grandeur of the scene was interrupted by the entrance of his mother, Grace, an epitome of elegance. "We are going together today," she declared with a determined smile.Alex, taken aback, tried to protest, "But, mummy, do you really have to? I mean, you have your exercises."Grace dismissed his concern with a wave of her hand. "Do I look sick to you? I told Lisa not to come today."Alex, ever the caring son, furrowed his brows. "Why not? I can't have you miss a day of it. You have to stay back and continue your exercises."Grace stood her ground, her expression unwavering. "We are going together."Alex sighed, knowing that when his mother set her mind to something, there was no changing it. As the sle
As Alex re-entered the conference room, he could sense that the dynamics had shifted during his brief absence. The conversation between Daniel, his mother, and Becca seemed to be reaching a resolution. Daniel, with a hint of determination, addressed Grace, "I won't let you down, ma."Grace replied, "You better, and that goes for the rest of you. You're dismissed." With those words, the disgruntled group filed out of the room, leaving behind a lingering air of unresolved tension. Becca, visibly unsatisfied with how things turned out, maintained her composure.Grace turned to Alex, a sense of urgency in her gaze. "I should be on my way now to Rich's. The Butler and I will go. Be a good boy and handle things well here, hun?"Alex nodded, a mix of reassurance and apprehension in his expression. "Yes, Mum." With that, Grace left the room, leaving Alex and Becca alone to confront the lingering issues.Seeing an opportunity to address the matter at hand, Alex turned to Becca and said, "We ne
As Alex and Bambi entered his office, the weight of the day's events lingered in the air. Bambi, grateful for the support yet burdened by the whispers that surrounded her, hesitated before speaking her truth."I appreciate everything you do for me, but I don't think I can continue working with you, Alex," Bambi admitted with a heavy sigh.Alex, surprised by her statement, asked, "What do you mean?"Bambi explained, "I mean, your mum was seriously angry earlier today, and I don't want to be the reason she's mad at you."Alex reassured her, "My mum is just acting based on what Becca told her, and as you could see... it was handled. You don't have to worry about that."Bambi, however, continued, "Not only that, though. I've been hearing whispers about me seducing you to get this job. I really don't want to be put in this situation."Alex, frustrated by the unjust rumors, said firmly, "Listen, Bambi, people will always say what they want to say. You and I both know it's not true. You can'
As the weight of the Sinclair project settled over the conversation on the porch of the Harrington mansion, Alex couldn't help but express his reservations."But you know my history with that family. Why bring me on board? Are you trying to cause a problem?" Alex questioned, a mix of skepticism and concern in his voice.Rich, leaning forward with a thoughtful expression, replied, "I know about that, and of course, I wouldn't cause any problems for you. But this is a major project, a precursor to the one we'll be working on for Africa."Alex, trying to grasp the magnitude of the proposition, pressed further, "Can't you get someone else, aside from me and the butler?"Grace, with a knowing look, added, "He isn't a Fitzgerald. You are the only one that can do it. Besides, you know I can't because of my health.""But, Mum, you're getting better," Alex interjected, concern etching his face.Grace, turning to Rich, exclaimed, "Are you listening to this boy? This is the time I'm supposed to
As Alex left the Harrington mansion, the night sky embraced the surroundings with a velvety darkness, and the distant hum of city life filled the air. He hopped into his car, the engine purring to life as he dialed Bambi's number."Hey, Bambi. Have you left work already?" he inquired, his voice carrying a note of warmth.Bambi, still wrapping up her day, replied, "I'm just about to leave, Alex."A smile touched Alex's lips as he navigated through the city streets. "Great, I'll come pick you up. Wait for me," he said, his tone conveying a sense of ease and consideration.Bambi, appreciating the gesture, responded with a cheerful, "Sure, I'll be here. Take your time."As Alex pulled up to the company, the soft glow of the building's exterior lights cast a welcoming ambiance. Bambi, standing outside, spotted his approaching car and gracefully made her way to the passenger side.Just as Bambi was about to get into the car, a voice interrupted the quiet moment. It was Becca, appearing from
The scent of soy sauce and spices greeted Alex and Bambi as they stepped into the Chinese restaurant, its warm, ambient lighting casting a cozy glow over the tables adorned with red lanterns.Alex held the door open, gesturing for Bambi to enter. "After you."Bambi grinned, "Thank you, sir." The clinking of porcelain and the low hum of conversation surrounded them as they found a cozy corner booth. The menu, an array of delectable choices, lay before them.Alex studied the menu thoughtfully. "How about we start with some spring rolls and sweet and sour chicken?"Bambi nodded in agreement, "Sounds perfect, boss."As they waited for their order, their conversation flowed effortlessly, weaving between work anecdotes, shared interests, and the occasional laughter. The dim ambiance of the restaurant created an intimate atmosphere, enhancing the sense of camaraderie.Their dishes arrived, Alex served a portion of sweet and sour chicken onto Bambi's plate. "Dig in."Bambi took a bite, savori
As they walked from the restaurant, the night air seemed to hold a mixture of tension and understanding. Bambi spoke first, a tone of regret in her voice, "I'm sorry about earlier."Alex, still processing the encounter with Solomon, responded firmly, "He is disrespectful, so disrespectful. How can you allow him to talk to you like that? What happened between you two? Am I allowed to ask?"Bambi sighed, a weight lifted as she decided to share her past. "Solomon is my ex. I used to be in serious debt then, before my mom passed. For her hospital bills, Solomon used to help me sort the bills, as long as I was with him and did his bidding. I didn't have a choice then. I'm sorry for putting you in this mess."Alex, understanding the complexity of Bambi's past, replied, "You don't have to apologize. Are you still owing him?"Bambi nodded, a touch of vulnerability in her expression. "Yes, just two grand, and I will pay it from my salaries."Alex, his perspective shifting, softened. "Two grand
As the moon hung high in the night sky, casting a silvery glow over the city, Alex checked the time on his phone. "We should head home; it's getting late. We both have work tomorrow," he remarked.Bambi, nodding in agreement, replied, "Okay, we should." The city's nocturnal magic seemed to intensify around them as they prepared to leave the serene rooftop hideout."I have meetings... several," Alex added, glancing at his packed schedule.Bambi, considering the logistics of her new journey into academia, inquired, "About school... when am I supposed to start?""Next week," Alex assured her. "I'll get the details ready before the end of the week and get you all set. But we'll have to go to the school before then."Alex stood up, extending his hand to help Bambi up. A warm smile played on her lips as she accepted his hand, rising gracefully."Now that we left the car at the restaurant, how do we get it now?" Alex questioned, his eyes glancing around the urban landscape.Bambi, with a pla