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Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 122
The night air was crisp as Alex parked the car in the serene compound of his house. Bambi marveled at the well-lit façade adorned with ivy, and she couldn't help but exclaim, "Wow, your house is so beautiful."Alex smiled, "Thanks. Come on, let's head inside." He guided her through the pathway, the soft glow of outdoor lights casting a gentle ambiance.They entered the house, greeted by a subtle fragrance of vanilla candles. "Fortunately, it looks like everyone's turned in for the night," Alex remarked. Bambi nodded in agreement."Time must have slipped away," Alex said, glancing at the clock. Bambi checked her watch, "It's almost midnight.""Indeed," Alex replied. "Let me show you to your room." He took her hand, leading her through the hallway. They arrived at the guest room, its soft hues and cozy decor creating a welcoming atmosphere."The guest room," Alex said with a smile. "Feel free to make yourself at home. If you need to freshen up, the bathroom is right there." He pointed t
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 123
As the family gathered for breakfast, the air was charged with a mix of anticipation and a sense of duty. Bambi, however, was notably absent, still ensconced in her room.Seated at the table, Alex inquired, "Mum, where is your trainer?"Grace, sipping her tea, replied, "She should be on her way, but I told her to join me for tea. No training today.""Okay," Alex nodded. "Just be religious with your routines. I'll be at the Harringtons after."At that moment, Bambi descended the staircase, her presence drawing everyone's attention. Alex smiled at her, "Morning. Join us for breakfast."Grace, noticing the unfamiliar face, remarked, "You didn't tell me you have a guest."Bambi, ever polite, greeted Grace, "Good morning, Mrs. Fitzgerald.""Good morning," Grace responded, studying Bambi for a moment. "Your face looks familiar."The butler chimed in, providing an introduction, "She works at the company."Alex clarified, "She's one of my friends."Grace nodded, understanding dawning on her.
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 124
Becca's sarcastic comment hung in the air after Bambi's fall. As Bambi stood up, nursing her slightly hurt arm, Alex rushed in, concern etched across his face."What happened to your arm?" he asked.Bambi replied, "I fell."Concern deepening, Alex immediately took charge, helping her stretch her arm gently. Becca, standing by, rolled her eyes dismissively."I'm here, sir, I'm here," Becca chimed in sarcastically.Alex, focused on Bambi, redirected the conversation, "You said the accounts, right?"Becca affirmed, "Exactly, the accounts.""We'll address it when we get to work," Alex assured her.Becca, attempting to assert herself, suggested, "Okay. Can I ride with you to work?"Alex hesitated, "Umm... I'll stop by at some places before I come around."Unfazed, Becca responded, "Then I can't wait. I'll see you at work." With that, she left the room.Alex turned his attention back to Bambi, asking, "What really happened? How did you get your arm this hurt?"Bambi explained, "I fell. Becc
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 125
Isabella engaged in a lively phone conversation with Kia, who was rounding off her time on Influencer Island."So, when will you be coming back?" Isabella inquired.Kia's voice, filled with excitement, came through the phone, "This weekend! We have to turn uppppp. Damn, your proposal is the talk of the town."Isabella's tone shifted, a hint of contemplation in her voice, "Umm... about that, Kia. It's fake. I did it to get Mama Christina and my uncle off my back on the project. There's a lot going on here."Kia, momentarily silent, absorbed the revelation. "Girl, how much have I missed?"Isabella sighed, "A lot, but I'll fill you in once you're back."Kia, undeterred, declared with conviction, "Alright, but that proposal is no fake.... Isabella, you're marrying this dude, you hear me?"Isabella couldn't help but smile at her friend's enthusiasm, "I hear you, girl."Kia continued, "And I'm your best lady on the big day."Isabella chuckled, "Just come home this weekend, and go heavy on t
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 126
"I said... we will get married this weekend," Isabella declared firmly, her decision cutting through the air. Mama Christina, seemingly pleased, responded, "Well then, that's good news. I should call your mother; we should start the wedding plans real quick." With that, Mama Christina excused herself, leaving Isabella to grapple with the sudden acceleration of events.Her uncle remarked, "You are just looking for ways to get me off as the lead, even if it's rushing a marriage. I just hope you know what you're doing."Isabella met his gaze, unwavering, and replied, "I know what I'm doing, thank you, Uncle." He gave her a side-eye and left, leaving Isabella to contemplate the whirlwind she had set in motion.Ruben, who had been silent through the exchange, finally spoke up, "Wedding this weekend?"Isabella sighed, "I know, I know. I just... I'm sorry. If you don't want to, I totally understand."Ruben, looking at her with a mixture of surprise and amusement, responded, "Are you kidding?
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 127
In the dimly lit conference room, the atmosphere hung heavy with tension as Alex, the butler, and the lawyers grappled with the mysterious disappearance of the company's funds. Becca, under the scrutinizing gaze of the legal team, maintained her composure, leaving the investigators at a dead end.After a thorough examination, the lawyers, with a mix of frustration and resignation, couldn't find any evidence pointing to a guilty party. The staff, dismissed from the conference room, dispersed back to their posts and offices, leaving behind an air of uncertainty.As the door clicked shut, sealing the room, Alex, the butler, and the lawyers remained in their seats, surrounded by the residue of unanswered questions. Alex, leaning back in his chair, ran a hand through his hair, a furrowed brow revealing his concern. "So, what's our next move? We can't let this linger."A bespectacled lawyer, adjusting his tie, suggested, "Mr. Fitzgerald, I propose we freeze the company's accounts. It's a dr
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 128
Alex, driving home from the Harringtons', felt his phone vibrate, and he glanced to see Daniel's name on the screen. Answering the call, he heard Daniel's voice, "Where are you, man?""On my way home. Why?" Alex responded, curiosity in his tone.Daniel chuckled, "We're all meeting at my place tonight. Dude, have you forgotten about my wife's birthday?"A wave of realization washed over Alex. "Oh my goodness... I'm so sorry. Happy birthday to her. You know what, let me get home real quick, change my clothes, and then head your way.""Sounds like a plan," Daniel replied. "I'll see you here. Oh, and what about Bambi? Do you know if she'll make it?"Alex pondered for a moment, "Umm... I don't know. I'll get in touch with her and find out. See you later.""Okay, see you soon," Daniel said before ending the call. As Alex drove home, he dialed Bambi's number, eager to reconnect. She answered with a warm, "Hey.""Hey. How are you?" Alex inquired, his voice carrying a hint of longing."I'm ok
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 129
As Alex and Bambi drove to Daniel's house, the lingering encounter with Bambi's roommate became a topic of conversation. "Why is she always like that?" Alex wondered aloud.Bambi chuckled, "Don't mind her. Funny thing is, she likes you. That's just her way of being nice.""Weird," Alex commented, shaking his head. Trying to shift the focus, he complimented, "Anyway, you look so nice."Bambi grinned, "I'm looking nice for you."Alex smiled, "Well, I need to pick up gifts for Daniel's wife. She's a high-maintenance woman."Bambi nodded in understanding, "Oh, I should do that too.""Any gift ideas?" Alex inquired.Bambi pondered for a moment, then suggested, "Several. Perfume, clothes, and gift cards. Or we could stop by a gift shop and just shop things for her."Alex agreed, "We'll do that." The conversation flowed effortlessly as they navigated through the city, their banter lightening the mood. Alex and Bambi decided to make a stop at a quaint gift shop, its window adorned with charm
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As Kia's words hung in the air, Isabella felt a mix of anger and disbelief swirl within her. She struggled to find her voice amidst the chaos of emotions brewing in the room."Okay, Isabella, I apologize. I know I shouldn't have done you wrong like this, But you don't even like the man." Kia's voice broke the tense silence, but Isabella could sense the insincerity dripping from every word."Shut up! Shut up now or else I'll make sure you're wounded," Eleanor snapped, her eyes flashing with fury."You'll do nothing of such, Eleanor. If you don't want me to take back everything I've done for you," Ruben's voice cut through the tension, his gaze stern as he addressed Eleanor's threat."So what now? You two are couples?" Jessica's incredulous voice added to the cacophony of emotions filling the room.Ruben nodded solemnly. "Yes. And she's carrying my child," he admitted, his words hanging heavily in the air."What?!" The collective gasp from the others echoed through the room, mingling wi
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As the night wore on, Isabella found herself unable to find solace in sleep, her mind plagued by the events of the previous day. Thankfully, Jessica remained by her side throughout the long hours, offering a comforting presence in the darkness.As morning dawned, Isabella stirred from her restless slumber, her eyes heavy with exhaustion. Turning to Jessica, she attempted to put on a brave face, determined to face the day ahead. "Jess, you can go home now. I'm okay," she insisted, her voice tinged with a sense of determination.But Jessica wasn't about to leave her friend's side so easily. "There is no way I'm leaving you by yourself, babe," she countered, her tone firm with resolve. "You need someone with you right now."Isabella sighed, knowing that Jessica wouldn't budge on this matter. "But I'm okay, though. We need to go to work, in fact," she argued, her mind already turning to the tasks that awaited them."Not today," Jessica insisted, her gaze unwavering as she reached for her
Chapter 181
With tears blurring her vision, Isabella drove aimlessly through the night, her mind consumed by a whirlwind of emotions. She didn't know where to go, but eventually, she found herself pulling up to her own house. The familiar sight brought little comfort as she stepped out of the car, her heart heavy with grief.As she pushed open the door, still consumed by her tears, Isabella's eyes fell upon Tes, standing before her with bags and luggage in hand, a look of determination on her face. Confusion clouded Isabella's features as she struggled to comprehend the scene unfolding before her."What are you doing? Where are you going?" Isabella demanded, her voice cracking with emotion.Tes met Isabella's gaze with a mixture of sadness and resolve. "Is everything okay, ma'am? You're crying," she observed quietly.Isabella's frustration boiled over as she lashed out at Tes, her voice tinged with desperation. "Where the hell are you going, Tes?" she yelled, her words echoing in the empty hallwa
Chapter 180
As Isabella bared her heart to Alex, her words hanging heavy with emotion, Alex couldn't help but chuckle nervously, a mixture of disbelief and uncertainty swirling within him."Isabella, what about your husband?" Alex countered, his voice tinged with apprehension as he sought to deflect the weight of her confession.But Isabella refused to be deterred, her gaze unwavering as she reached out to grasp his hand firmly in hers. "Alex, don't deflect, please," she implored, her voice filled with quiet determination. "I think about you every single day since you left, makes me wonder if you do the same too."Alex's heart constricted at her words, the memories of their shared past flooding back with bittersweet clarity. "You know what is funny is the fact that you have the audacity to tell me all these after everything I have been through because of you," he retorted, his tone tinged with bitterness."Don't say that. You know you weren't completely honest," Isabella countered, her voice soft
Chapter 179
As Grace's questions hung in the air, Alex exchanged a meaningful glance with the butler and Bambi, silently conveying the gravity of the situation. Sensing the tension building, Grace's patience wore thin as she demanded answers."What is she talking about? What about the company?" Grace pressed, her voice edged with frustration.Alex hesitated, weighing his words carefully before responding. "Mum, I promise I'll tell you everything when we get home," he reassured her, his tone earnest."Why not here, hun?" Grace insisted, her tone growing more insistent by the second."Now is not the time or place. Let's respect our friends, Mum," Alex replied gently, his eyes pleading for understanding.Rolling her eyes in exasperation, Grace begrudgingly acquiesced. "As soon as we all get home, you start talking," she declared firmly."Okay, Mum," Alex agreed, his tone tinged with a hint of resignation.Just then, a welcome distraction presented itself as Rich and his wife came into view. Sensing
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As the morning light filtered through the curtains, Isabella stirred from her slumber, her senses gradually awakening to the sound of the alarm clock. Beside her, Ruben leaned in to plant a tender kiss on her cheek, his voice filled with gentle insistence."Babe, you need to get up," he murmured, his breath warm against her skin."Good morning, baby," Isabella replied with a sleepy smile, her voice soft with sleep. "What time is it?""It's 9," Ruben informed her, his tone tinged with urgency. "We need to go get ready.""I agree," Isabella concurred, her mind slowly shaking off the remnants of sleep as she reluctantly pushed herself out of bed.As they both began the familiar routine of getting ready for the day ahead, Ruben's phone buzzed with an incoming message. With a quick glance, he checked it and swiftly composed a reply, his fingers moving with practiced ease.Curiosity flickered in Isabella's eyes as she watched him, a hint of concern creeping into her voice. "Who's that?" she
Chapter 177
As Alex meticulously adjusted his tie in front of the mirror, his mind buzzed with thoughts about the day ahead. It was the Harringtons daughter's wedding day, a momentous occasion that he had eagerly anticipated despite the whirlwind of responsibilities that had consumed him at work.Grace entered the room with an affectionate smile, her eyes twinkling with pride. "Look at my handsome son," she beamed, admiring Alex's appearance. His smile widened at her words, a flicker of warmth amidst the nervous excitement."Mum, are you ready?" Alex asked, his voice tinged with anticipation. "Because I'm picking Bambi on our way to the wedding."Grace chuckled, her laughter echoing through the room. "I just need to wear my dress. I don't want to wear it yet until I'm sure you're ready.""Okay, Mum," Alex replied, a hint of impatience in his tone. He glanced at the clock, aware of the ticking seconds slipping away. Just then, the butler entered the room."Good morning, everyone," the butler greet
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Alex's eyes widened in surprise, a mixture of curiosity and concern flickering across his features. "Who?" he demanded, his voice laced with urgency.Layla leaned in closer, her voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper. "Let's just say, it's someone you never would've suspected," she teased.Alex's eyes widened in disbelief as Layla revealed the culprit behind the company's turmoil. "It's Becca," Layla stated matter-of-factly."I knew it! I had my suspicions!" Alex exclaimed, frustration evident in his voice. He clenched his fists, his mind racing with a mixture of anger and vindication.Layla's eyebrows shot up in surprise. "You knew?" she questioned, incredulous."Yeah," Alex admitted, his tone somber. "We had some trouble months back, and all directions were leading to her, but we were unable to find any evidence."Layla's expression softened as she processed the revelation. "And you're just telling me this now?" she asked, a hint of reproach in her voice.Alex's shoulders sagged
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Alex's mind was a whirlwind of worry and frustration as he sat at his desk, poring over legal documents and making frantic phone calls to his lawyers. Each attempt to reach them only resulted in unanswered calls and mounting frustration.With no progress in sight, Alex's last hope rested on Layla and whatever information she had managed to gather. He dialed her number, his fingers tapping impatiently against the desk as he waited for her to pick up."Layla," he greeted as soon as she answered. "What have you found out?"Layla's voice came through the phone, filled with determination. "Hey Alex, I'm just on my way to your house. Don't leave."Relief washed over Alex as he replied, "I'm right here. I'll wait for you."They exchanged brief goodbyes and hung up, leaving Alex to anxiously anticipate Layla's arrival. As he waited, he couldn't shake the feeling of unease that gnawed at him.Seeking solace, Alex reached out to Bambi, his voice filled with apology and concern. "Babe, I'm just
