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The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 115
Alex was determined to reconcile with Emily for two reasons: firstly, because Henry had intentionally distanced himself until Alex made amends, and secondly, because he genuinely wanted to rekindle their relationship from where it had abruptly ended.He realised that to achieve this, he needed to demonstrate his sincere desire for Emily and prove that there would be no more obstacles to their reunion. This meant publicly and officially ending his marriage with Isabella.He decided to announce the end of his marriage at the annual press conference, where the company's accomplishments and news would be shared with the public. He was certain that Isabella's leaked intimate video would be brought up during the event."You've been avoiding commenting on the leaked video of your wife that was posted online several days ago. Your wife has also been unavailable to share her side of the story. Would you take this opportunity to clarify the situation regarding the video for us and everyone else
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 116
Santiago was hopeless on what to do next to hurt Alex, as he had run out of options, realising that the clips Derek had sent to him were now useless due to the revelation he had made.The revelation left Santiago with a single remaining avenue of hope—the mole he had planted among the shareholders of Alex's company. "What's our next move?" the mole asked, his tone grave. "He meant every word at that meeting. The threats carried real weight. He's not playing defensively anymore like before."Santiago's fingers brushed his chin, the strands of his beard catching the light as he swivelled his chair, his brow furrowed in contemplation. After a moment's pause, he opened his mouth to respond, having weighed their options carefully."I honestly didn't expect him to make such a move. I will commend him for that brilliant decision." He chuckled."He took advantage of my mistakes by not launching my attacks at him very soon." He added.His expression now changed stern as he looked intensely
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 117
Going to Sarah's home after she and Emily left the school, leaving Alex behind, Emily thought of what happened, and she could not deny herself that Alex's words found a way to pierce into her soul momentarily before she dismissed it. "Do you..." Sarah looked at her in anticipation of what Emily was about to say."Never mind." Emily decided not to tell her since she saw no need to."What is that? What is it that you want to tell me?" Sarah demanded. Emily was finally compelled to tell Sarah due to her persistence in knowing what she wanted to tell her."What do you think about what happened in the hall? What do you think about what he said?" Sarah's eyes were widened in shock. She was utterly in disbelief that Emily could think of something like that, not to mention asking her for an opinion about it."It is why I didn't want to tell you." Emily scrunched her face before turning her gaze towards the opposite side of the car."But why? How could you consider what a scumbag like him s
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 118
It was Alex that Emily sent the message to. As his phone emitted a notification sound, his eyes widened in shock upon seeing that the message was from Emily. In a hushed, disbelieving tone, he uttered, "What?"Henry glanced at the screen of Alex's phone."What did she say?" Henry asked Alex after seeing that it was from Emily."She requests to see me. Take a look." Alex showed Henry the content of the message."We need to talk." The message read."I guess she reconsidered her stance after your earlier interaction," Henry said, his lips curving into a smile as he reached out to give Alex a friendly shoulder pat and a firm handshake.Alex's face lit up, relief washing over him as he returned the warm smile. "I believe so," he replied, his eyes sparkling with joy.However, Emily found herself regretting her decision, a nagging doubt settling in her mind—was she coming on too strong by reaching out to him? She fiddled with her hands nervously, biting her lip as she contemplated the im
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 119
Panic flared within Alex, and he instinctively shot out his hands, stopping the door from closing fully. His heart raced as he searched for the right words and the right action to salvage the situation and keep her from slipping away."Emily, please don't do this. Please, I'm begging you. Like you said in the message, there's definitely something we need to discuss about us. Please, just let me in so we can discuss this," he implored, his voice strained with desperation.Emily's gaze remained fixated on the ground, refusing to meet his pleading eyes. "There's nothing to discuss. Didn't I tell you there's nothing between us anymore?" Her words cut through the air like a knife."Emily, please..." His voice cracked, barely above a whisper, as he fought back the tightness in his throat. "Let me just come in."She exhaled a weary sigh, finally relenting. "Fine," she muttered, stepping aside to allow him entry.The tension was palpable as he tentatively stepped inside. "Can I sit besid
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 120
The following morning, after exchanging pleasantries, Alex welcomed Emily into the car for their drive to the hospital. As he settled into the driver's seat, he posed an unexpected question."Have you eaten yet?"Her eyebrows lifted in mild surprise. "No, I haven't. Why the question?""I was thinking we could grab a bite to eat," he suggested, turning the key and bringing the engine to life. "I haven't had breakfast either."Her furrowed brows heightened as she rejected his offer defiantly. "No! Why?""If I didn't ask, do you really want to go for a check-up without eating? Come on." He explained to her.But she was not cool with the offer because she was not ready to be seen in public with him.Even if she wanted to be back with him, she perceived that it was so soon and feared people would want to attack her for that.Sensing her hesitation and understanding its source, he offered an alternative. "How about just a cup of coffee, then?"He was committed to following Henry's advice:
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 121
Days had passed with Alex trying hard to hear a response from Emily concerning their reconciliation, but her silence was making him worried.He decided to take advantage of the rumours that were already spreading about them by planning to take her to an auction event.However, she had been ignoring his calls and texts. As a result, he went to her house but didn't find her there. He then decided to go meet her at the night bar.Luckily for him, she was there, and when she saw him enter the bar, she furrowed her brows.Her eyes widened in disbelief as she spotted him walking towards the counter."What the hell is he doing here?" she hissed under her breath.The last place she expected—or wanted—to see him was in this buzzing hotspot where gossip spread faster than wildfire. She knew his presence would set tongues wagging, adding fuel to the rumours she had been desperately trying to quash.Alex, meanwhile, was acutely aware of the attention he was drawing. He moved with the confidenc
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"Where's your bag? We have to leave." As soon as Alex returned from the owner's office, he sat down and informed Emily."We have to leave?" she scoffed."What do you mean by that?""Apparently, your boss has granted you permission to leave with me early." He told her.Just then, the owner showed up and confirmed that he had indeed granted her permission to leave early.But she was still reluctant to leave there, as she wondered what Alex could have told her boss."What are you waiting for?" He glanced at his wristwatch."We are running late already. We still need to make a stop before reaching our final destination."With reluctance, she grabbed her bags, and they walked out of there together."Where did you say we would be heading to before going to the event?" She asked him.His eyes flicked to her, then back to the road ahead. A mischievous grin played on his lips. "You have to turn some heads tonight, so we need to find you a dress that will leave everyone speechless."She felt w
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Weeks had flown by, each day adding another vibrant brushstroke to the masterpiece of Alex and Emily's relationship. The storm that had once threatened to tear them apart seemed like a distant memory now, their bond stronger than ever. Their love had blossomed into something even more beautiful: an engagement. He had popped the question in a cosy little restaurant, the kind of place where fairy lights twinkled like stars and the aroma of exquisite dishes filled the air.***Flashback***"Em..." His voice cut through the comfortable silence, with a hint of nervousness in his tone.She looked up from her plate, a forkful of pasta halfway to her mouth. "Hmm?" she mumbled, her eyebrows raised in curiosity.He took a deep breath, his fingers fidgeting with the edge of the tablecloth. "So, there's actually a main reason I set up this date. I mean, besides just hanging out and enjoying this sick view of the city lights."Her interest was instantly piqued. She set down her utensils with a so
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Alex froze just a few a few steps away from Emily's hospital room. He had just returned from home with the doctor-prescribed meal and some clothes, but what he overheard stopped him cold."Those few days... I've never been so terrified in my entire life." Emily's voice trembled from behind the door.He knew she would probably never open up to him about the horrors she had endured in captivity, no matter how much he begged her to share. Torn between respecting her privacy and his desperate need to understand what she had been through, he hesitated, deciding to listen."They starved me," she continued, her voice barely above a whisper. "Even though I was in agony, even knowing my condition, they only allowed me one meal a day. Like an idiot, I asked who was behind all this torture. They said it was Isabella's order." She let out a bitter laugh that barely masked her anguish. "Asking that question... God, they made me regret it."Her voice dropped to a whisper. "But the worst part, th
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Alex pushed open the door to Emily's hospital room, his heart sinking as he saw her still form on the bed. The steady beep of the heart monitor was the only sound breaking the silence. For a moment, he just stood there, frozen, as the weight of everything crashed down on him.He approached slowly, his eyes fixed on her pale face, willing her to open her eyes. She looked so fragile, surrounded by tubes and wires.He sank into the chair beside her bed, taking her hand gently in his. It felt so small and fragile. A lump formed in his throat as he struggled to find words."Hey, Em," he whispered, his voice cracking.He took her hand gently, his thumb tracing circles on her skin. "I'm back. I... I need you to wake up, okay? Please."He then squeezed her hand, searching for any sign of response. Nothing.His voice broke as he continued, tears welling up."I'm so sorry. God, I'm so sorry for everything. I know I've messed up big time. But I swear, if you just open your eyes, I'll make it r
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Alex could not tell if the chaos in his life lately was karma for what he had done, especially to Emily and their child. He wished he could take the punishment instead of them. Seeing Emily suffer was unbearable.Even without knowing the full extent of her ordeal during the abduction, watching her struggle on the hospital bed for the past two days was gut-wrenching."Mr. Thornton..." The doctor began."She experienced severe cardiac arrhythmia due to the extreme stress of recent events. We have managed to stabilise her condition, but she remains unconscious. The trauma appears to have been overwhelming for her system. At this point, we are monitoring her closely and hoping she regains consciousness soon. Her recovery is largely dependent on her body's ability to heal itself now."The doctor's words hit Alex like a sucker punch, leaving him winded and hollow. His mind reeled, trying to process the gravity of Emily's condition."God knows what happened to her in there." He muttered afte
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Alex was relieved when the doctor smiled before he spoke. The doctor then told him that the operation was successful."Thank you so much, doctor." He thanked the doctor, beaming with a smile."When can we visit her in a room?" he asked, his voice tight with worry."We will be moving her to the post-op floor in about 20 minutes. However, I'm afraid you won't be able to until tomorrow morning, Mr. Thornton," the doctor replied.Alex's face fell, his shoulders slumping. "Seriously? Why can't I see her tonight? Is it because of the visiting hours?" He pressed, frustration creeping into his tone because visiting hours were not meant to be a restraint for a person like him. "Or is something still wrong that you are not telling me?" He added."No, Mr. Thornton, it is not because of the visiting hours." The doctor smiled."It's just for precautions to avoid some implications because she would be examined closely in the room throughout today. But rest assured, they are both fine." He added,
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"Could she...could she..." Alex shook his head, not bringing himself to believe the thought that had overwhelmed his mind upon hearing the doctor's utterance. "Mr. Thornton, it would be better if we discussed it in my office." The doctor added. That confirmed his worst suspicions, and he felt his world crash down, believing Emily had died because of him—or so he thought."What do you mean by that?" Henry interrupted, while Alex stood in shock, convinced of the worst."I'm his best friend and confidant," Henry continued. "There is no need for him to follow you to your office to hear the news. I will be there too. Please tell us right now."The doctor glanced at Alex, as if seeking permission to break the news. Alex nodded sluggishly, convinced he already knew what the news was about.The doctor began, "Whatever she witnessed caused her severe shock, resulting in a panic attack and loss of consciousness. Given what she endured while being held captive, including physical and emotiona
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Alex's heart raced as he clung to Emily's hand, his voice breaking with desperation. "Em...please stay with me. Don't die on me, please. Wake up; I'm now here." His words echoed down the hospital's hallway, his tears falling on her lifeless body as three nurses wheeled the stretcher rapidly towards the emergency ward, their faces masked with determination.As the stretcher approached the heavy doors of the emergency room, he tried to follow, his grip tightening on her hand and his heart pounding in his chest. But a nurse, her eyes kind but firm, gently blocked his path."Please, Mr. Thornton..." she said softly, placing a comforting hand on his arm. "You can't enter inside with us. Stay here while we attend to her in the ward," she said, her tone firm but understanding."What do you mean?" He scrunched his face in annoyance."Look, that may be your protocol, but I'm going inside there. Nothing can stop me from that." He added sternly.The nurse sighed, her expression serious. "Mr.
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Upon arriving at the location, Alex was disappointed to find that the police officers had not arrived."I don't see the point of these useless officers," he muttered under his breath as he got out of the car.Henry called for him to return to the car, but he ignored him and walked determinedly towards the house at the address the private investigator had given him."Mr. Thornton," a voice from behind made him halt his track as he turned to see who it belonged to. It was the private investigator."What do you think you are doing? Where are the police officers? What's taking them so long?" He inquisitively asked Alex."Those useless officers are not here, which is why I have to go in myself." His face was creased. Henry had moved to stand behind them."Do you know what you are saying? You don't know what is in there, and you still want to go in regardless.""I don't care what awaits me in there or who the hell is there... All I know is that I'm going in." Alex insisted. "What is happ
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As promised, Henry returned to the city the next morning and headed straight to Alex's mansion.Alex could not believe his eyes when he saw Henry at his doorstep. In fact, it was Henry's arrival that woke him from his slumber, the remnants of last night's drinking still weighing him down.He chuckled in disbelief and threw his arm around Henry's shoulder, pulling him into a brotherly hug."Thanks, man. I really appreciate this. Thanks for always being there for me," he said, his breath reeking of alcohol as he patted Henry's back. "Man, you drank a lot last night," Henry chuckled as they disentangled from the hug.Alex's eyes, which had been bright upon seeing Henry, suddenly transformed into gloom. "You can't blame me, man. I just didn't know what to do.""It's okay. It will be fine." Henry assured him as they walked inside.Once inside and seated, Alex explained to Henry how his conversation with the investigator had gone."I'm very sure we are going to save her. I trust the invest
