Chapter 84 The Ultimatum

• “ Alexander, we need to talk — now, ” Mr. Callum’s deep, measured tone broke the brittle silence in the aft office of an upmarket hostel on the outskirts of the megacity. The room, dimly lit by a single outflow beacon, felt suffocating as if every shadow was staying to echo his stern words. Alexander stood by the window, his posture stiff and guarded, yet his eyes betrayed a hint of query.
• Callum stepped closer, his polished shoes clicking on the cold marble bottom. “ You suppose this path you’re about to take is wise? ” he asked sprucely, fixing his steely aspect on Alexander. “ Marrying Chloe isn't simply a union of hearts it’s a decision that will ever alter your future, and I won’t stand by and let you destroy everything we’ve erected. ”
• Alexander’s brow furrowed, and he folded his arms tightly across his casket. “ What are you talking about, Callum? Chloe and I — our unborn — have nothing to do with you. ” His voice wavered between outrage and despair as if he were fighting a battle he hadn’t completely realized he was losing.