Chapter 212
Alexander glanced at the wall clock and sighed. Time seemed to drag now that Rain wasn’t around. As much as he wanted to see her, he knew she was still at work and deeply committed to her responsibilities.
“Boss,” Tyron’s voice interrupted his thoughts as he entered.
“An email just arrived from one of the research facilities in Lamey. They’re developing a possible cure for a case similar to the Chairman’s,” Tyron began, then hesitated. “But there’s a problem p>
Alexander frowned. “What’s the issue p>
“They need a test patient with a case identical to the Chairman’s to confirm the cure’s success rate. The facility is struggling to find someone matching that criteria,” Tyron explained with a sigh.
“But there are plenty with similar cases Alexander grumbled.
Tyron nodded. “True, but none are willing to be test subjects, Boss. We’ve already tried offering substantial compensation, but it hasn’t convinced anyone. Either the patient or their families refuse. Some even got offended, saying they’re not lab rats p>
Alexander’s jaw tightened. He understood their hesitation but felt the urgency pressing down. “So, no leads at all?” he asked.
“Not yet,” Tyron replied, his tone resigned. “We’re searching for patients or families desperate enough for a breakthrough, but it’s a fine line to walk p>
Alexander’s gaze hardened. “Keep looking. There has to be someone willing to take this chance p>
Tyron nodded and soon left. Alexander picked up the phone to call his secretary, Milet. “Arrange a week-long family vacation,” he instructed. “Coordinate with Dr. Lambert and his team to ensure they can join us and plan around his schedule. Look into a cruise or international destination that won’t be too tiring for everyone p>
“Understood, Boss,” Milet replied promptly. After giving her more specific instructions, Alexander dismissed her, watching as she left to make arrangements.
Left alone, he couldn’t help but reflect on moments from his past… times when his father would urge him and William to spend time together and do family activities. But he and William had always brushed it off, both too focused on their own pursuits.
Now, guilt weighed heavily on him. He’d been so absorbed in his work that he hadn’t noticed the signs… the subtle ways his father had tried to reach out.
He ran a hand over his face, the feeling settling into something firm. This time, he’d make sure to be there.
He was honestly relieved that Ben was always by his father’s side. He discovered that Ben had been managing his father’s schedule, diet, and overall lifestyle with great care. No wonder Chef Philip had been preparing special dishes lately, more vegetables and an abundance of fruits tailored for his father’s health.
Alexander threw himself into his work, knowing there were still a few hours left before he could leave to pick up Rain. He focused on the tasks at hand, trying to push aside the nagging guilt that lingered in the back of his mind.
After some time, Eric arrived in his office with a report. “It’s done,” he informed Alexander, a hint of satisfaction in his voice. “Paul will rot in jail, just as you wanted p>
Alexander nodded, his expression unreadable. “Good. He deserves every bit of it p>
“You’re really giving him hell in there. You’re so scary; it’s better to die straight in your hands,” Eric muttered, half-serious.
Alexander smirked, leaning back in his chair. “So don’t get on my bad side p>
If Paul thought everything ended with him rotting in jail, he was sorely mistaken. Alexander would ensure that Paul’s life there became a living nightmare for trying to mess with Rain. Just the thought of what might have happened if he hadn’t intervened made his blood boil. The idea of Paul violating Rain sent a surge of primal rage through him.
He would make sure Paul experienced hell for daring to cross him, for messing with the one person who meant everything to him. No one threatened his woman and got away with it. Alexander would unleash everything he had to protect her and make sure Paul understood the consequences of his actions.
“Hell, I wouldn’t dream of it,” Eric replied, chuckling. “Anyway, about the case of Melanie Clayton… I’ve finalized everything as you wanted. So, if Tim Clayton decides to backtrack on his statements, the case will still proceed as we initially planned p>
Alexander nodded in approval, but just then, his mobile phone rang, and his expression soured.
Eric leaned forward, squinting at the screen. “Carla?!” he gasped, surprise evident in his voice. “Are you seriously not going to answer her? I mean, you two could still remain friends, right? I should head out now and give you some privacy p>
As Eric left, Alexander’s phone continued to ring. With a heavy sigh, he finally picked it up.
“Hello, Xander, please don’t hang up,” Carla said on the other end. “This won’t take long. I just wanted to congratulate you. I watched the press conference… To be honest, everything is still sinking in for me. The day you said your wife was waiting, and then you just left in a rush… I guess it’s really true that you got married now p>
There was a terse silence before Carla added, “As long as you’re happy with your choice, then I’ll be happy for you. I’ll do my best to move on, although I know it will be hard. Everything is my fault since I’m the one who broke up with you. I became so confident that you’d stay and wait until I came back. It’s all my fault p>
“Carla, that’s enough. The past is past, and you don’t need to bring it up. Thank you for congratulating me, and I hope everything works out for you too. And… I’m very happy right now in my marriage with Rain. I have to hang up now Alexander said, cutting her off before ending the call.
Renz watched as Carla threw her mobile phone onto the couch with frustration. “Shouldn’t it be better if you just give up and move on, Carla?” he commented, raising an eyebrow.
Carla smirked, her eyes gleaming with determination. “There’s no way I will give up on him, Renz. I’m not done yet. I’ll show him what kind of woman this Rain is. You’ll see… Xander will crawl back to me eventually p>
Renz shook his head, concerned. “You’re only setting yourself up for disappointment. He’s married now. You need to respect that p>
“Respect? You don’t know Xander like I do. He still has feelings for me. It’s just a matter of time before he realizes that I’m the one he truly wants,” she insisted, crossing her arms defiantly.
“Carla, you’re only going to hurt yourself more. Sometimes, the best thing you can do is let go,” Renz urged, hoping to bring some sense to her.
But Carla remained unfazed, her mind made up. “I won’t back down. I have a plan, and I’ll make it work. Just watch me p>