Chapter 144

Alexander went quiet for a moment, then fell back on his original line. "You don't want funding from Brooks Corp? Then what's your plan?" "Why are you so free these days? Got nothing better to do than meddle in my business?" Eira shot back coldly, her patience clearly gone. She brushed his hand off her wheelchair armrest. "Ethan, let's go." Ethan got the signal. He gave Alexander a frosty glance, then turned and pushed Eira out without a word. Feeling her hand slip from his, Alexander stood there, frozen, knowing full well she had no intention of continuing the conversation. Chasing after her wouldn't help. All he could do was stand and stare at their retreating figures, brooding. There was that familiar sting of disappointment... followed by a tight, sick jealousy. Since Eira had been discharged from the hospital, that actor had barely left her side. Today, he was practically glued to her, acting all considerate and attentive. And those disgusting comments Mr. Thorne had made earlier?