Billionaire’s Unseen Love (Bella and Alex)

Chapter 21

21 Confronting the Aftermath

In his office, Alex sat reflecting on the call with Hella. Her mention of Emma only intensified his frustration. “Why

drag Kuna into this?” he muttered, the taste of betrayal bitter in his mouth.

Meanwhile, Bella, in her hospital room, fumed over her predicament. “It’s all Emma's doing,” she seethed, her

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frustration manifesting as a fierce resolve to retallate.

Back in his office, Alex's neglect of his health, a habit since the divorce, culminated in a sharp stomach pain

during a meeting. Collins, his assistant, rushed in, concern evident on his face,

“Alex, you haven't eaten. Letget you something,” Collins offered, noticing his discomfort.

Alex, grimacing in pain, responded tersely, “It's fine, Collins. | just need smedication,”

Collins’ search for antacids was fruitless, a realization striking him about Emma’s previous role managing such

details. “I remember Emma used to keep these stocked up for you,” he mentioned cautiously.

Alex's reaction was sharp, a mix of anger and longing in his volce. “Emma's not here, Collins. Focus on what's

important.”

At the hospital, as Collins helped Alex into the car, he reflected on how Emma's departure had shifted the

dynamics at work. “I should've been more attentive. This is on me,” Collins admitted guiltily.

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Alex, leaning back in pain, was silent, his mind racing with thoughts of Emma. “I relied on her too. much,” he

confessed, a rare admission of his dependence on her.

In the car, Collins pledged to take on more responsibility, recognizing the gap Emma had left. “I'll make sure this

doesn’t happen again, Alex. You have my word.”

Alex nodded, his thoughts still on Emma. “Thank you, Collins,” he said softly, the events of the day a stark

reminder of Emma’s absence and the void it had created in both his personal and professional life.

The day’s revelations left Alex grappling with the consequences of his past decisions and the realization of how

much Emma had quietly contributed to his life. Now, faced with the aftermath of her departure, he was forced to

confront the reality of a future without her, a future filled with challenges and a longing for what once was,