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Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 147
In the dimly lit conference room, the tension hung thick in the air as Rich broke the silence with a confident smile. "Mama Christina, everyone… meet Alex Fitzgerald, my partner and the major sponsor of this project."Mama Christina furrowed her brows, attempting to grasp the sudden turn of events. "This can't be, this minion, good-for-nothing—it can't be!" she muttered under her breath, her skepticism evident.Alex maintained a calm composure. "You might want to watch what you say to your sponsor, ma'am," he remarked with a hint of amusement, his eyes unwavering.Rich intervened swiftly, sensing the escalating tension. "Alright, let's ease up on the tension, we have to get through this meeting, please." He gestured for everyone to take a seat, hoping to diffuse the palpable unease that lingered in the room.As they settled into their chairs, Isabella sat with a puzzled expression. Her eyes darted from Mama Christina's disapproval to Alex's composed demeanor, trying to piece together
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 148
Rich left the conference room, the weight of the meeting still lingering on his shoulders. As he approached the sleek, black car parked outside, he found Alex waiting inside, a knowing smirk playing on his lips."Oh boy, you roasted them in there," Rich remarked, a mix of relief and amusement evident in his voice.Alex, reclining comfortably in the driver's seat, chuckled. "Waiting for the perfect time to see that look on their faces. Let's get out of here."The engine purred to life as they drove off, leaving behind the corporate battlefield that was the conference room. The city lights blurred outside the tinted windows, a backdrop to the unfolding drama that continued to play out within the confines of the car.Isabella stormed into her office with Jessica in tow, frustration bubbling beneath the surface. As the door closed behind them, she unleashed a torrent of expletives, her disbelief and anger palpable."Fuck!! What the fuck?!!! Nahh, you've got to be kidding me, fuck this! Fu
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 149
As Alex arrived at the company, settling into his office, the atmosphere buzzed with anticipation. In the midst of this, Daniel burst into his office, exclaiming, "What's up?""Really? Couldn't even let me settle down, brah," Alex teased, a smirk playing on his lips.Daniel, undeterred by the light banter, retorted, "Hey, no time. How did it go? Bet those losers would be surprised to see you, hun! How were their faces?"Alex, savoring the moment, replied, "Shut up and close my door."Daniel, realizing the seriousness of the situation, nodded, saying, "You know what, I'm not going to get offended. This gist is more important than any offense right now."Alex chuckled, and Daniel eagerly went ahead to shut the door, settling in for the intriguing tale that was about to unfold. "Mehnnn! If you see their faces when they saw me," Alex exclaimed, a mix of amusement and satisfaction evident in his tone."That's what I'm talking about! That's what I'm talking about! The freaking boss!" Danie
Grand Return of Alexander Fitzgerald : The Great Son-In-Law Chapter 150
Isabella found herself seated across from Ruben at the charming restaurant nestled just outside the bustling confines of the company. The soft glow of ambient lights played on their faces as they perused the menu.Ruben, leaning back comfortably, broke the silence, "Do you like it here? We could go somewhere else... I mean, I've been craving Mexican."Isabella, a faint smile playing on her lips, replied, "Anything is fine."Concern crept into Ruben's voice as he observed, "You sure you're okay? Because you seem jumpy, and it's so unusual. Did I do something wrong?"A gentle laugh escaped Isabella's lips, "Oh baby, no, it's not you. I'm just a bit stressed is all."Ruben, still attentive, urged, "Then you should take some time off, babe. I mean, we are supposed to be on our honeymoon."Isabella sighed, "I would if I could."Ruben suggested, "Well, I can talk to your grandma."Isabella's eyes widened, "Oh, please don't. She's not exactly in the right frame of mind."Ruben, now intrigued
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The clatter of the dropped fork lingered in the air as Bambi processed Alex's unexpected revelation. She looked at him, a mix of concern and uncertainty in her eyes, "Alex... baby, I don't know what to say."Alex, reaching across the table to gently hold her hand, said earnestly, "Okay, listen, I know you don't want me to change your apartment or anything, but babe, I need you to help me with this. I really don't want her by herself."Bambi took a deep breath, feeling the weight of the situation, "Can you give me some time to think about it... maybe?" Alex, nodding understandingly, replied, "Take your time, babe."Back in the familiar confines of the company, Isabella found herself immersed in work when Jessica walked in, a curious look on her face. "So how did it go?" Jessica inquired.Isabella sighed, "Oh my God, Jess, I couldn't tell him about anything. He kept asking questions."Jessica winced, "Oh shit. But he's going to find out soon, right?"Isabella nodded, "Yeah, I'll tell hi
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Eleanor, now thoroughly perplexed, pressed for more details. "I don't understand... how do you mean?" she asked.Isabella hesitated before revealing the shocking truth, "Alex is the major partner on our new project."Eleanor, aghast, exclaimed, "Okay then, drop him! Can't the company do that?"Isabella sighed, "It's not that easy, Mum. A 10 million deposit has been made for a startup, and by the look of things, Mama Christina has spent out of it."Eleanor, incensed, muttered, "Oh, that greedy witch."Isabella explained, "We can't just drop him like that, Mum, because he has a share in the company in a way now."Eleanor, incredulous, demanded, "What! You have got to be kidding me. Who the hell is he? Who is he?"Isabella reassured, "Jessica is on it to look him up, Mum. We'll find out soon."Eleanor, still fuming, declared, "I don't trust that son of a bitch, and you know what, you should come around the house tomorrow, or I come to you."Isabella attempted to pacify her mother, "There
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Kia leaned in, her eyes reflecting a mix of disbelief and concern. "Damn...this is some messed up situation. Men can be so wicked," she remarked, her voice laced with frustration.Danni, sipping her drink, nodded in agreement. "I hear you, Kia. I mean, who would have thought?" She glanced at Isabella, who sat across from them, fidgeting with her fingers.Andi chimed in, "All that aside, Isabella, what are you going to do about this?"Isabella sighed, her brow furrowed. "Are you kidding me? I have no idea what to do, and the worst part is that Ruben has absolutely no clue about any of this."Kia pressed further. "But why not? Doesn't he deserve to know?"Isabella hesitated, her gaze dropping to the tabletop. "Because, Kia, he's my ex. Bringing this up will stir up something I'm not ready for, so I'm going to keep it that way."Kia shook her head, her concern deepening. "But you know this can't stay hidden forever. At some point, he has to know."Isabella glanced at the clock on the wal
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Mama Christina's gaze shifted from Isabella to her departing uncle. "You're here, Isabella."Isabella nodded, a mixture of concern and curiosity in her eyes. "Yes, Mama. I heard the commotion and wanted to make sure everything's okay."Her uncle, clearly eager to distance himself from the brewing tension, interjected, "I think I'll take my leave now, Mum."Mama Christina, however, was quick to halt his exit. "This meeting involves you."He sighed, frustration evident in his tone. "I don't know what involves me anymore, Mum. I have to get home. My wife is waiting for me." With that, he turned on his heel and left, the door closing behind him with a decisive click.Isabella with a lingering sense of unease in the air. "What was that all about, Mama?"Mama Christina, her expression stern, replied, "That is none of your concern. Please sit down."Isabella complied, her curiosity piqued. "So, are you ready to discuss the statements now?"Mama Christina raised an eyebrow, studying Isabella
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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
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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
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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
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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
