New beginning: Billionaire love story (Claire and Alex) novel Chapter 88

Chapter 88 Mum’s advice 

“What’s next then?!! 

Rex hucowed his brows. “There is no next. This is a dead end or maybe this is a sign. Once it’s been compimised like this, there’s no going back” he clarified his lone resigned. 

Realizing the privity of the situation, Alex sighed. “So, youneed a new laptop,” he stated, stating the obvious. 

Bex nodded, his imitation growing. “Yeah, and you’re the one who’s going to have to foot the bill,” he pointed out, a hint of frustration in his voice 

Alex rolled his eyes playfully. “Of course, I pay you, and now I have to buy you a laptop,” he remarked, a touch of sarcasm in his tone. 

Res nodded, not amused. “Exactly. Unless you want me to stop working for you,” he retorted, a subtle threat in his words. 

Alex chucked, knowing he needed Rex’s expertise. “Fine, I’ll get you a new laptop. But only if you promise to keep working for me and try to find out who is The Raven, “benegotiated, trying to lighten the mood. 

Rex nodded reluctantly, his displeasure still evident. “Fine,” he agreed, though not entirely happy about the situation. 

Curious about Alex’s fixation on The Raven, Dexeuldn’t help but ask, “Why are you so obsessed with this hacker anyway?” 

Alex’s expression hardened slightly. “That’s none of your business, kiddo,” he replied cryptically, leaving Bex with more questions than answers, but since he’s purposed is tormy he doesn’t pay to mind with Alex obsession with The Raven. 

Matthew leaned back in the couch, glancing at claire with a curious expression. “Se, did you send earlier?” he asked, raising an eyebrow. 

Claire smiled mischievously, twinkle in her eyes. “Oh, just giving someone a little waming,” she replied casually. 

Matthew’s eyes widened in suprise. “A warning? What kind of warming?” he inquired, intrigued by Claire’s cryptic statement. 

Claire waved her hand dismissively. “Just a harmless vimus, nothing serious. Just enough to make them think twice,” she explained, still wearing that playful smile. Matthew chucked, shaking his head. “You never cease to amaze me, Claire. Choosing you as my role model was definitely a wise decision, he joked, teasing her lightly. 

Claire rolled her 

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playfully but couldn’t hide her smile. “Oh, stop flattering me,” she teased back 

Meanwhile, back at Harris Company, Alex sat in his office, deep in thought. His unsuccessful attempt to breach The Raven’s location and database weighed heavily on his mind. He low his next move would be crucial, possibly involving a partnership with Metacontes. 

However, one question nagged at him, would Claire be willing to work with him? 

Alex found it hard to believe that Claire would agree to collaborate with him, considering their past interactions. Negative thoughts clouded his mind, imagining scenarios where Claire might humiliate him in front of his employees by rejecting his proposal. 

His secretary interrupted his thoughts, and Alex frowned slightly at the intrusion. “What is it?” he asked, a hint of annoyance in his voice 

The secretary hesitated before speaking. “Ms Lisa is trying to reach you urgently. She’s called multiple times and asked you to pick up your phone,” she intermed him, concem evident in her voice. 

Alex sighed deeply, running a hand through his hair. “I’m not in the mood to deal with her right now. Tell her I’m busy,” he replied dismissively, trying to brush of the situation. 

The secretary’s expression turned more serious. “She mentioned something about harming herself if you don’t answer. Maybe you should consider talking to her, she suggested, her voice tinged with worry 

Alex’s eyes widened in shock at the revelation. “What? Is she crazy?” he mattered to himself; disbelief written across his face. 

The secretary urged him to reconsider. It might be best to answer her calls, just incase, We don’t want any harm coming to her,” she advised, her tone amest 

Alex paced around his office, his frustration evident. Finally, he nodded reluctantly. “Fine, I’ll take her call. Thanks for letting me know,” he said, acknowledging the gravity of the situation. 

“What is gotten into her mind?” he mutter to himself. 

Alex contemplate for a while thinking if this is one of Lisa lies or just her trids 

Earlier that day.