The clanging sound in his head woke him up the following day. Alex managed to walk out of bed to the bathroom. He staggered slightly like he was going to fall. He looked at the mirror in front of him and saw how messy he looked. “ I should seriously consider abstaining from alcohol, it doesn't suit me." Alex had a quick bath and prepared himself a hangover soup. He looked at his phone as messages kept popping in. He decided to read through the message that kept popping through yesterday. He saw his grandfather's message asking him to see him when he was done with the day's work. He quickly dressed and was ready for work. He locked the door and drove out of the house. His mind went back to the reason why she didn't pick up her calls. Alex strolled into the company as many of the staff bowed their faces to the earth each time he passed through them. He entered his office and sank into his chair. The door opened and Andrew walked in. " I tried getting a hold of you yesterday but you
Henrietta experienced a rush of feelings as Alex's question lingered in the atmosphere. She felt her heart beating rapidly, and momentarily, she was unable to speak. Henrietta was caught off guard by the abrupt question, given their past interactions and the complications in their relationship. She calmed herself with a deep breath before meeting Alex's eyes, feeling a blend of doubt and fragility. She started speaking, her voice gentle but determined, saying that love is a complex emotion, Alex. "It's not a concept easily explained or comprehended, and it can develop and transform as time progresses."She took a moment to collect her thoughts before resuming. I have strong feelings for you, Alex. You have grown to be a significant presence in my life, and I hold high regard and admiration for you in various aspects." She said calming trying to win Alex over with her sweet talks. She knew he loved her already but wasn't sure what he was feeling. "However, love is an aspect that we m
Alex smiled as he closed the door behind her. He took out his phone and was about to call Andrew when he saw his grandfather's call. " Hello sir""Hey son, I have good news for you." He said with a hint of happiness in his voice. " Good news?" Alex muttered taking a seat on the couch before him. " What is it about Grampa?" He asked picking his teeth. " What do you think about being engaged to Henrietta?" " Engaged? We haven't even gotten to that level yet. I barely knew anything about her and she even had a boyfriend she had decided to keep a secret from me. So engaging with her right now is not something I would want to do. She looks like she has some skeleton in her cupboard. She is hiding something from me Grandpa and I am going to figure out what it is." Alex said with a serious face " Alex Davis." John said solemnly "You have to take things easy, I know you are having issues trusting people but relax. Henrietta wants nothing but your interest at heart just give her a chance."
Claire got back to work the following day and was met with a brown envelope. Her hand shook as she opened the content. She read through the papers and noticed it was a sack letter. " What have I done?" She looked around in surprise. She walked to Alex's office and knocked on his door. " Come in. " Alex shouted behind the desk. " What is this? Why have I done to warrant this?" Claire shouted in anger Alex got up from his chair and smiled "Really? I can see you still don't get it. I will never get back together with you. I don't love you anymore and you have no business in this organization. Seeing you every day reminds me of what I had to endure because of you and your family. It will be better if we part ways." Claire looked at him with disdain " Are you telling me to leave your company?" She asked looking at Alex " Can you read the envelope in your hands? It says with immediate effect." Alex added and looked at her Claire raised her eyebrows and looked at him " You haven't seen
Alex was seated in front of the safe, feeling confused. Examining his grandfather's portrait, he looked for any hidden clues within its frame. His thoughts raced with potential outcomes, attempting to decode the code that would allow him entry to the secrets hidden within.Looking at the painting brought back memories of the moments he shared with his grandfather, their talks, and the wisdom he learned. He recalled the moments they had spent together, the valuable teachings he had received from his grandfather, and the strong connection they had built.All of a sudden, he realized. The significance of family, trust, and loyalty was always emphasized by his grandfather. Is there a correlation between the code and these values? Alex's mind was filled with rapid thoughts as he considered the potential outcomes.With a new sense of resolve, Alex got up and went back to the safe. He meticulously inputted a series of numbers that were important to his family: the birthdays of his parents, s
Alex swiftly regained his composure, hiding the envelope behind his back as Andrew walked into the room. "Oh, I was just looking at some old papers," Alex casually responded, his heart still pumping from the intense moments earlier. He shut the safe and then faced Andrew, trying to look calm.Andrew arched an eyebrow, intrigued. "Is there anything exciting?" he asked as he moved nearer to the safe.Alex casually shrugged his shoulders. "I'm not interested," he replied, attempting to shift Andrew's focus from the safe. "Only some outdated documents that were left by my grandfather."Andrew agreed, acknowledging Alex's clarification. "Okay, if that's what you believe," he replied, with a hint of doubt in his voice. "Are there any other things you require?""No, that's everything for now, Andrew." "Thank you," Alex responded, keen to wrap up the conversation and have some time alone with his thoughts.Andrew nodded once more and left the room, leaving Alex by himself once again. Breathin
Andrew looked at him " Are you sure you are alright Mr Davis?" He asked again making sure Alex was fine.He nodded and Andrew walked out of his office. " Am I a Davis? Or just some random kid brought back into the family. Alex knew he had to know about his origin and find out who he was. He walked out of the company building and headed toward his car. Brian looked at him and noticed his facial expression was a little sullen. " Is everything alright boss?" He asked opening the owner's seat. " I am fine." He replied looking away from himBrian opened the car and immediately entered igniting the engines. He drove out as many of the staff wondered why Alex left work very early. " Are we heading home sir?" Brian asked looking at his face in the mirror in front of him " We are going to a pool joint." He replied absentmindedly" Point joint?" " Do you have a problem with that?" Alex asked and looked at him from where he was seated "Not at all, sir?!" Brian replied" Good." The atmosph
Alex looked at Simon Roddy as walked toward them with his eyebrow furrowed. " you will respect yourself here or you will be thrown out of his place." He said with an angry face. Alex looked at him " How dare you talk to me in that manner? I could have your entire casino bought just by the snap of my fingers.” Simon looked at him as he sensed that he could do just what he said. He looked at his dress and saw he looked rich. Simon didn't recognize Alex at first until one of his staff ran towards him and said something into his ears. "oh! You are the one to have my girlfriend snatched away from me? Do you know we are still in a relationship? I haven't called it a quit with her yet. She loves me and I know that. " Simon said adjusting himself in front of Alex [ SMILE ]" You think I care about what you do with her. If the lives you like you claim them she wouldn't try seducing me. You should get this straight you are just her ex. I am the real one now. " Alex replied with a smirk. He d