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Chapter 56: The Verdict
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2025-02-02 17:02:02“Any objection?” Alexander asked, staring daggers at the people around him, sending shivers down their spines.
The room grew quieter, the air thick with unspoken fears. The executives exchanged uneasy glances, the weight of his words pressing down on them. Some had already begun to distance themselves from Gerald, but the evidence of their loyalty to him couldn't be overlooked.An older board member, Mr. Carlisle, cleared his throat, his voice a brittle echo in the stillness. Mr. Carlisle had been with the company since the days of Alexander’s grandfather. His loyalty was not just to the Evans name but to the legacy he believed Gerald had preserved, albeit through questionable means.“You can't do this, Alexander,” he said, his voice tinged with both desperation and defiance. “We've been with this company for a long time, and most of us worked with your grandfather. Gerald may have had his faults, but he kept certain deals afloat. If you force us
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Alexander's expression softened, the tension in his chest easing at the mention of Sophia. “I’ll bring her soon, grandma. I think you’ll love her.” Mrs. Evans gave him a knowing look. “Of course I will. If she’s captured your heart, then she must be someone special.” As he spoke with his grandmother, his thoughts wandered to the rest of the family. The Evans residence stood as a testament to their legacy, a sprawling estate with ivy-covered walls and meticulously kept gardens that had seen generations of the family come and go. It was a place of grandeur but also of sorrow, a silent witness to the triumphs and tragedies that had shaped the Evans name. His father, Thomas Evans, had never been much involved in the family business. In fact, Thomas had always been content to live off the family wealth, enjoying the luxuries that came with being an Evans without the responsibility. He was a kind man, but business simply wasn’t his forte. It ha
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As Sophia rested in Alexander's arms, the tension of the day slowly melted away. The steady rhythm of his heartbeat beneath her cheek was comforting, like a gentle lullaby that grounded her after all the chaos they had faced. She felt safe, secure, and deeply connected to him in that quiet moment.When she lifted her head, their eyes met, and she saw something in his gaze that sent her pulse racing. There was a storm brewing in the depths of his usually calm eyes, a mixture of longing and passion that made her breath hitch. In that instant, she wanted nothing more than to get lost in that storm, to let it sweep her away.Alexander leaned down, his lips brushing softly against hers as if testing the waters. The gentle touch sent a spark through her, and she responded instinctively, tilting her head to deepen the kiss. Her hands moved up to wrap around his neck, pulling him closer as she surrendered to the moment.His hands, firm but tender, slid down to her
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Alexander had held his desires for long and tonight was the perfect time. He was ready to go all out but as things got serious, their sweet moment was interrupted by the phone on the nightstand ringing loud. It was his phone and he regretted not turning it off.He froze, the sudden noise pulling him away from the warmth of the moment. His muscles tensed his frustration showing on his face. He let his forehead rest against Sophia’s for a brief moment, trying to ignore the phone’s persistence, but it was impossible to block it out.“Leave it,” he muttered against her lips, his voice a low rasp, filled with the tension of wanting more but also knowing the call might be important.Sophia, with her breath still shaky from the intensity of their closeness, gently touched his cheek, her thumb brushing against his skin with an almost calming effect.“Answer it first, It might be important.” She whispered softly, her tone laced with concern.Alexander let out a deep sigh, clearly not pleased w
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Encouraged by her response, he increased the pressure slightly, his movements more deliberate. Her hands gripped his thighs beneath the water, her nails digging into his skin as the tension built inside her. He nuzzled her neck, whispering sweet nothings between kisses. “I want you to feel everything, Sophia. Let go for me.” She relaxed, letting him get closer, feeling his hands gently touch her. It was like a soft conversation without words. She leaned in, letting him guide her, and the warmth between them grew. Slowly, he moved with care, drawing them even closer. The way their bodies felt so close created a comforting warmth. They didn’t need to speak; everything felt right at that moment. As they moved, their breathing grew a little quicker, but it wasn’t rushed. They found a quiet rhythm, like two people who knew each other well. Each small movement was a way to say, "I’m here," without needing to say more.
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Alexander stood close to Sophia, his gaze intense as if he were seeing her for the first time. The anxiety of the past few days dissipated in that moment, and nothing else mattered. He gently cupped her face with his hand.“I missed you, my love,” he whispered softly before leaning in, capturing her lips gently.Sophia raised her head tilting it enough for him to deepen the kiss, surrendering herself to the warmth of his embrace. It felt as though the world outside had ceased to exist, leaving just the two of them. Alexander deepened the kiss, and Sophia melted in his every touch.Their kisses grew more intense as he guided her toward the bed, without breaking the kiss. The sheets rustled beneath them, and for a while, they let themselves forget everything, including Gerald's looming threat.After what felt like forever, they lay together, holding each other closely. Alexander brushed a strand of hair from Sophia’s face, gazing into her
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