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The Billionaire’s Sudden Bride
Chapter 85
My heart skipped uncomfortably. “What? Don’t you like it? Is something wrong?”
He shook his head slowly. No, it’s fine. I’m just surprised to see you here, that’s all. You usually avoid office visits about paparazzi and being photographed in the same outfit twice.
Shat. I’d forgotten I’d used that exeuse before.
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I forced a light laugh. “People change, don’t they? Can’t a girl do something nice for her fiancé? I leaned forward slightly, letting my blouse gap just enough to be distracting. “Don’t you like me being thoughtful?
Alexander’s eyes didn’t drop to my cleavage as expected. Instead, he maintained uncomfortable eye contact: “Of course I do. Thank
you.
He picked up a fork and took a small bite. “How are you feeling? Better today?”
This was my opening. I lowered my eyes, letting vulnerability show my face. “Alex,” I began softly, wringing my hands in my Jap. “You love me, don’t you?”
His hand paused halfway to his mouth, his expression guarded. “Yes. Why do you ask?”
I reached across the table, grasping his free hand between both of mine. I could feel him tense at the contact, but I held on tighter. Alex, if you love me, you’ll help me, right? I have nowhere else to turn. I’m begging you.”
Alexander set down his fork with a soft clink, his appetite visibly gone. “What exactly do you want me to do, Victoria?”
Here goes nothing.
“You’re close with Brandon, aren’t you? You’re both Starks!” I leaned forward eagerly. “That man who gave Grandpa that priceless chess set at his birthday party. He’s incredibly influential, isn’t he? I heard he owns a media company. Could you possibly…*
Alexander’s expression darkened, his jaw tightening visibly. He pulled his hand from my grasp.
I didn’t notice his reaction, too caught up in my desperate plan. “Alex, you and Brandon Stark are relatives, right? Couldn’t you ask him to help me weather this storm? Just one word from him, and I could make a comeback in the entertainment industry. Alex, I know you care about me. Please help me!”
“But-” Alexander started, his voice tight.
“But what?” I didn’t let him finish, switching to my most vulnerable expression – wide eyes, slightly trembling lower lip. “Don’t you want to help me? I know I brought some of this on myself. But those photos and stories – they’re mostly taken out of context! Yes, I had some conflicts with production teams, but that was just me fighting for better roles! I haven’t done anything truly terrible. Someone’s clearly out to get me. Alex, please!”
Alexander looked genuinely pained. “I…”
Before he could finish, the door swung open. Alexander’s father strode in confidently, his sharp eyes taking in the scene instantly.
“This matter is settled,” he announced without preamble. “Alex will speak with Brandon about this!”
“Dad Alexander tried to interject.
interject.
His father silenced him with a stern look. “Victoria, don’t worry about a thing. Alex will help you. And I’m certain Brandon will offer his assistance as well!”
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“But Dad,” Alexander protested weakly. “Brandon and I aren sarily
“She’s your fiancee, his father cut is harshly. Her reputation affects your family name now. Besides, I’m sure Victoris is the victim of
a smear campaign. What kind of man stands by while his future wife is attacked? The decision is made?
I could have kissed the old man. Instead, 1 gase him my most gratefe) smile. Thank you so much, sir. I really appreciate your
support.*
Perfect. With old Mr. Stark on my side, Alexander would have to help me. And once Brandon Stark got involved, my problems wond disappear overnight. I’d be back on magazine covers in no time.
Everything was going according to plan.
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