My CEO HUSBAND sign the divorce novel Chapter 99

Chapter 99: Product Launch

Third person POV

"Why don’t you like it all of a sudden?" Alexander asked, a hint of confusion in his voice.

He remembered clearly—

Alicia had always liked those cookies.

Back then, after one of his arguments with Lilian, he had casually given the cookies to Alicia. Later, he had seen her buy them herself a few times.

He had even felt a quiet sense of satisfaction—

Thinking he had chosen something she truly liked.

"Tastes change," Alicia replied softly. "I just don’t like it anymore."

She paused briefly before adding, "I have to go now. Can you throw it away for me?"

Without waiting for his response, she turned and left.

The faint sweetness lingering in the air now felt strangely out of place.

...

After the rehearsal ended, Alexander remained seated in the audience, his expression unreadable.

Lilian noticed him and walked over.

"Alexander," she called gently, "did Alicia eat the cookies?"

Alexander glanced up at her, his gaze calm but distant.

Lilian bit her lip, her voice softening.

"I know I’ve wronged her ... I just wanted to make her happy."

For a moment, Alexander said nothing.

Then—

"She doesn’t like it," he said flatly. "Don’t send it again."

Lilian froze slightly.

"And... stay away from her."

There was no anger in his tone.

Only quiet finality.

"Alexander..." Lilian’s voice trembled faintly. "Are you blaming me too?"

He shook his head.

"No."

A brief pause followed before he added—

"I just think you should understand... she doesn’t like you."

His gaze met hers, steady and direct.

"If you stay away from her—she’ll be happier."

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Amid polite applause, Alicia rose and walked toward the stage with measured grace, coordinating with the media staff to ensure the product displays were ready. She had been intimately involved in every detail of the Éclat Beauty collection, from design to production, and knew the products inside and out.

On stage, her gaze was steady, her posture confident, as she guided the audience through the journey of Éclat Beauty’s evolution. The live-stream comments erupted once again—some praising her poise and professionalism, others stirring heated debates—but Alicia remained composed, unshaken by the chaos online.

When the product presentation concluded, it was time for the interactive segment. Guest participants were to be selected via a random draw, though Alicia already understood what the audience wanted: a hint of drama surrounding her connection to Alexander and Lilian. The draw had been subtly orchestrated—no matter the result, Alexander and Lilian would be chosen.

As the names were drawn, the comment section exploded. Viewers speculated wildly: "Could it be Alexander Blackwood or Lilian Summer?" The anticipation was electric, and the chat was dominated by the two names.

"Now, let’s reveal the first guest for the interaction," the host announced, glancing at the large screen.

The display rolled briefly before freezing. Then, in bold letters, the name "Alexander Blackwood" appeared, sending the crowd and online viewers into a frenzy.

The host’s voice rang out with excitement. "We’re in luck today! The first draw goes to our CEO, Blackwood. Please welcome Mr. Alexander Blackwood to the stage!"

Cameras swiveled, flashes exploded, and the media’s shutters clicked in a relentless rhythm. The live-stream comment section erupted instantly:

"So fake."

"Totally scripted, right?"

"This is going to be interesting."

Alexander rose from his seat and strode onto the stage with measured grace.

"Before we begin the interaction, let’s start with a quick interview," the host continued. "Mr. Alexander Blackwood, do you happen to know what the first interactive game of the evening will be?"

Alexander shook his head. "I don’t."

He genuinely didn’t. Blackwood Dominion Enterprises had fingers in nearly every industry, managing countless brands. He attended events like this constantly, but he rarely focused on the details. Usually, he would step on stage, give a speech, and leave, his attention elsewhere.

The host smiled, leaning slightly toward the cameras. "Then I’m sure you know it involves Director Alicia, right? Tell us, Mr. Blackwood—what’s your impression of Director Alicia?".....