The news on the media sites had settled down a bit after a week, so Alex decided to come to Bi Company today.He and Lucia still used the bus as transportation to the office, although Alex could have used his Lamborghini or his new car. Even hired a driver to take him back and forth to wherever he wanted to go.It was just that Alex still wanted to see how the Verg family would deny it. They kept accusing him of being a fraud, so he wanted to see how they would respond now."Now that your status has been revealed, are you still going to work as a cleaning service?" Lucia leaned her head against Alex's shoulder as she asked in a low voice.Their faces were partially covered by the thick scarves around their necks. The bus wasn't crowded, but Lucia suggested that they stay out of the public eye for a while.Alex agreed, especially since journalists were aggressively hunting for the latest news regarding Bi Company. While his face would be exposed, fortunately his wife and son's faces wo
"Mr. Alexander Gates! A little explanation please! We just want to know the chronology!""How did you build Bi Company to the global top after the destruction of your old company?!""How did you come to know Mr. Angelo Gambino and establish a major cooperation with him?!"That question again.Alex sighed looking at the reporters who had arrived before lunch. He had hired an extra security guard to stand guard at the company's door, just in case there were any crazy reporters who couldn't be controlled.They had arrived an hour ago, gathering outside the company to ask for an interview. Alex did not meet them and only asked Missi to respond to a few questions.The reporters were quite annoying.Alex didn't know they were coming. He should have set up security right at the entrance of the company. At this rate, he would have to call the police to discipline them all.He had gotten one tip from Angelo. Once he gave the reporters a pass, they would keep coming and disrupting his life.So,
"You know what? Dozens of employees at Bi Company were fired suddenly this morning. And I heard stories that Alex was in the middle of them with Missi! Anyway, there are many rumors that Alex is the real owner of Bi Company!" Maria explained in one breath. Without realizing it, Maria stood up because she was so upset. The facts on display felt like an illusion that had to be believed.Tonight, after the meal, the Sans family gathered in the living room for a discussion. The gray squirrel who was collecting nuts watched them from the window.Maria sat back on the carpet with a deep sigh. Their expensive sofa had been sold to buy some trendy clothes. The family couldn't afford to be left out, or people would start to suspect their crumbling economy.Her in-laws seemed to be in deep thought at Maria's explanation, as did John and Jasmine."I think it's just a rumor. Logically, if Alex is the owner of Bi and fired the employee he hates, shouldn't you be fired too, Maria?" her mother-in-l
Heavy rain had just fallen, making the roads quite slippery, especially the path to the AG Company's branch office. It was built a week after Angelo's arrival, since the main company was in Spain. Alex drove his new car through the cypress trees and mushroom and ginger shops. From across the road, the mouth-watering aroma of freshly baked bread made Alex's stomach hungry.He hadn't had breakfast yet.He and Lucia had slept late after chatting about Bianca's gift, so they woke up late. Alex didn't have time to eat breakfast since his meeting with Angelo was scheduled for 7:30 and he didn't want to be late.Usually they met at restaurants, but Angelo had specifically asked him to come to his office.At the end of the street, a five-story white building came into view. Alex didn't need to say anything and the security guards quickly opened the door.Alex parked his car under the canopied parking lot, then looked around for a moment. It was a simple place with a unique design typical of
"Alex threw me out with contempt! I'm tired of trying to persuade him anyway, so we'll have to use the rough way from now on!" Jasmine yelled into the phone, while Maria could be heard clucking in annoyance on the other side."I know, but stop yelling. Be as rude as you want and stop calling me! My work is piling up right now.""Heh, since when do you care about your work?""Jeez, shut up you jobless bastard who can only use my money," Maria reproached and Jasmine rolled her eyes."Alright, alright," Jasmine said in a quieter voice. "I didn't call you just to vent. I want to ask you a favor.""What is it?""I need you to text Lucia using the new number, tell her to go to the Andalumia boutique downtown. Tell her Alex is waiting for her there. Tell her convincingly until she believes you," Jasmine explained at length. "Alex is still at his old house and when he is playing with Bianca, he will put his cell phone on silent, so you have to pretend to be Alex. I'm sure Lucia will believe y
They walked out of the hospital and the previous events kept replaying in Alex's head. Then looking at Lucia who continued to remain silent due to confusion, Alex finally spoke."Lucia, I believe this is a criminal act. The owner of that truck seems to have deliberately wanted to hurt you. Shouldn't we go to the police station to get everything sorted out?" Alex, who had wanted to do it quietly, now felt that Lucia needed to know too.If he took security measures and found the person responsible, Lucia would surely calm down and stop thinking about the previous incident.Lucia was still in shock, but luckily her body wasn't shaking, although she admitted that her legs hurt.The doctor had given them painkillers and Alex just needed to apply the ointment until the bruise on her shoulder disappeared."You agree, right? I think this needs to be followed up," Alex continued.But Lucia still shook her head tiredly. "No, I think it's just a prank, unless he texts back. We'd better go home a
The days seemed to fly by as Alex busied himself with his work. His business relationship with Angelo is getting better and their new launches are increasing.Angelo, who had only wanted to stay for a short time, now decided to stay for a year. Moreover, Alex had suspected that he was seeing someone. Angelo may not have said it outright, but from his gestures alone Alex could tell.When Alex visited on the weekend, he saw a paper bag containing a dress on Angelo's desk. It was as if the trauma that bound him was released and he decided to open up.Just like what happened when Alex met Lucia.Alex tidied up his files quickly before heading downstairs. He intended to pick up Bianca and Lucia to stay at their house. School vacation was here and Bianca was finally free to visit the Verg family home."Alex!"Lucia's voice called out from outside the glass door. She was standing with a woman who-if I'm not mistaken-was a coworker. Alex only remembered the faces of the employees who worked a
Alex was silent in front of his lit laptop screen as Bianca asked Lucia endless questions. It seemed like dozens of questions, but Lucia patiently kept answering them all.They had both laid down on the bed and intended to sleep, while Alex still had some work to do in the living room. However, the sound of their conversation reached his ears."Are there many squirrels here that like to eat apples, Mommy?""Not many, dear. But if you want to see them, they appear in the morning and evening.""What about the owl?""The owls sleep during the day and fly off to find food at night.""What about Grandpa Bachdim, Mom? Do you also sleep during the day and leave at night like the owls?"Alex spontaneously laughed at the question. Well, Bianca wasn't entirely wrong. After drinking often at night, Bachdim always slept during the day and woke up again after sunset. Just like an owl.After that, Bachdim was seen often leaving with his friend who came to pick him up by car. Apparently, they have t