Chapter 118
Meanwhile, Alexander sat across from Tim and Sylvia in the lavish living area of Clayton’s mansion. The tension was thick as Tim leaned forward, scrutinizing Alexander with narrowed eyes, while Sylvia studied him carefully.
“Well, Lex,” Tim began, forcing a smile. “Tell us about yourself. What do you do for a living p>
Alexander leaned back in his chair, maintaining a calm and unreadable expression. “I’m in electronics. I handle repairs here and there. Nothing fancy p>
Rain had insisted that he keep his true identity a secret so Alexander didn’t mind playing along. He found it intriguing to see how far these people would go with their schemes.
Tim raised an eyebrow. “Repairs, huh? Seems modest for someone who managed to marry my daughter without us knowing. Are you self-employed p>
“Something like that,” Alexander replied vaguely, glancing between Tim and Sylvia. “I stay busy, fixing what needs fixing p>
Sylvia’s voice was smooth but skeptical. “Electronics, you say? What kind of repairs exactly p>
“Everything from phones to home systems,” Alexander answered, keeping his responses just vague enough to avoid further questions. “I’ve always had a knack for fixing things p>
Tim, clearly dissatisfied with the lack of detail, leaned forward. “Let’s get to the point, Lex. You might think you’re being clever by staying low-key, but we’re not fools. Whatever you’re after with Rain—it won’t work. She’s not worth the trouble for someone like you p>
Alexander’s jaw tightened slightly, but he kept his expression neutral. He met Tim’s gaze, eyes narrowing. “And what exactly do you mean by that p>
Tim exchanged a look with Sylvia before continuing. “We’re prepared to make you an offer. Divorce Rain. Walk away, and we’ll make it worth your while. You don’t seem like the type to turn down easy money p>
Alexander frowned, momentarily disappointed by the offer. Did they really think he was that easily swayed by money?
He recalled how Rain had insisted he wear a simple, random shirt she bought, and how she’d asked him not to wear his watch and eyeglasses. Was that what they saw? A man who could be swayed by a mere financial incentive?
Alexander tilted his head, pretending to contemplate the offer. He quickly masked his amusement. Who would have thought he’d find himself in another acting scene?
Raising an eyebrow, an amused smirk tugging at the corner of his mouth, Alexander asked, “And how much exactly are we talking about p>
Tim’s smug smile reappeared. “A hundred thousand dollars. That should set you up nicely, given your line of work p>
Alexander let out a quiet chuckle, leaning forward slightly. “A hundred thousand dollars? That’s your offer for Rain p>
Tim’s smile faltered as Sylvia’s eyes flickered with confusion. “It’s more than generous,” she interjected coldly.
“Generous?” Alexander’s smirk widened, his voice carrying a sharp edge. “You must really have no idea who Rain is to think she’s only worth a hundred grand p>
Sylvia shifted uncomfortably, but Tim pressed on. “If you’re smart, you’ll take the offer and save yourself the trouble p>
Alexander’s eyes darkened slightly, his voice low and calculated. “Here’s the thing—you can’t put a price on Rain. And whatever you’re offering, trust me, she’s worth a hell of a lot more than that p>
Tim opened his mouth to respond, but Alexander cut him off, his tone colder now. “I’m not interested in your money. Rain isn’t something to be bought or sold. And if you think a hundred grand is enough for me to walk away, you’re sorely mistaken p>
Tim’s face reddened with frustration, but before he could say anything more, Alexander stood up. “You’ve wasted enough of my time.” He turned to leave, pausing at the door. “Take my advice—don’t underestimate Rain, or me. You’ll regret it p>
With that, Alexander walked out, leaving Tim and Sylvia stunned.
Dina observed the scene with a smirk. “He’s got guts,” she commented, her voice tinged with admiration despite the frustration. “I told you to handle this lightly, but no one listens to me,” she muttered, still seething from her earlier confrontation with Rain. She wasn’t finished with Rain yet.
With a determined glint in her eye, Dina decided to take matters into her own hands. “Let me try convincing him,” she said, swiftly following Rain’s husband, who had gone upstairs, presumably to find Rain. Unbeknownst to him, Rain and Aunt Melanie were downstairs, enjoying a walk in the backyard garden.
Dina smirked, reflecting on how attractive she found Rain’s husband. Rain certainly had a knack for spotting handsome men. As expected, he made his way to Aunt Melanie’s room.
Dina entered the room and saw the chair propped against the door. “I guess they’re not here,” she mused aloud. She chuckled as she saw the chair, keeping the door ajar. “Did she really think I’d lock her up?” she hummed with amusement. While the thought had crossed her mind, she knew better than to anger her father, who was still in the midst of discussions with Rain’s husband.
“Where are they?” Alexander asked, his voice low and controlled. Dina, unfazed, gave him a seductive smile as she approached him.
She raised her hand to touch his face, but he swiftly caught her wrist in a tight grip. “Touch me, and I’ll break your hand,” he hissed, his eyes flashing with warning. With a quick, dismissive motion, he swatted her hand away as though it were tainted with something unspeakable.
“Disgusting Alexander muttered as he turned away, leaving Dina’s face flushed with anger.
“Ahhhhhhhhh Dina screamed in frustration. The audacity of the man to treat her with such disdain infuriated her. She stormed back to her parents, who were now inside her father’s study, her rage evident on her face. “Kick those two out now!” she demanded.
Her father frowned at her outburst, his expression stern. “No,” he said firmly. “If we do that, we’ll be in trouble. We need Rain’s trust here because Michael wants only her. We need her under our control p>
“But how can you do that?” Dina grunted. “Can’t you see? She’s confident now, and nothing is working anymore, even with the threats against Aunt Melanie! By now, that nobody probably told Rain by now how you tried to offer him money p>
Sylvia interjected calmly, “Rain will only do whatever you want if you compromise Melanie’s safety, Tim p>