SWNOVELS Chapter 63
Chapter 6 Long time no see
end the night at work, but for some rea Alex stepped out of the office building, his mind swirling will conflating thoughts. Initially, he was going in rampelled to pobune. He was drawn, for no apparent reason, in the towering Metacortes building standing across the staret as die "This is stupid." He mustered to himself.
Frowning, Alexsat in his car, contemplating whether to contron Claire at her office and clear up the misunderstanding that had been lingering between them, fot as he was weighing his options, his phone cane, displaying amundnown number Scamching his brows indiosity, Alex answered the call.
"ood evening, is this Alexander Hans?" a temale voice spoke...
"Yrk, good evening. This is Alexander." He greeted
The female voite the other end spoke formally. "Mr. Harris, I'm calling to inform you i
Du Thompunhas been admitted to the hospital."
Alea's eyes widened in shock and conrem "What? Which hospital?" he asked unprotly, already starting his car and driving towards the Incation she mentioned Upon arriving at the hospital, Alex parked hastily and rushed in the front desk, his heart racing with worry for Lisa. "I need to know Lisa Thompson's mom," he bold the nurse, his voice edged with urgency.
The muse directed bhu to Lisa's room, and Ales huntedly made his way there. When he entered, he saw Lisa sleeping, her face peaceful yet trail railt washed mere himashe blamed Hussell lot betanddecollapse.
Appusaching her bedside, Alex gently caressed her forehead, his voice filled with remorse ashe whispered apologies, even though she remained asleep. As he touched her hand, Lisa's eyes uttered open, and she managed a weak smile, *Alex. "Her voice was soft and tired.
Alex wasted no time and immediately called for the doctor. The physician arrived promptly, assessing UsScondition_
"Mr. Harris, Lisa is just exhausted and stressed, she needs rest and proper intrition," the ductor explained pronly)
Alexnodded, his expression reflecting botherm and regret. "Thank you, doctor. Fihisake since she gets what she needs."
Timing back to Lisa, Alex apologized again, his voire filled with me. I'm sorry, Lisa I shouldn't have yelled at you earlier. It was my fault. *
Lisa managed to squeeze his hand wealdy, her eyes reflecting userstanding "No, Alex, it's not just you. Ilied to you, and I'm sorry too. Let's not fight again. I
Alexnodded eamestly, leaning down to kiss her forehead gently. "You' right. We won't fight again Please rest, and I'll stay here with you."
Lisa smiled weakly, her gaze filled with gratitude and affection. "Thank you, Alex. Heel better knowing you're bear,"
Throughout the night, Alex remained by Lisa's side, offering hercomfort and geassurance.
The thought about their tight and Claire jumped out of his mind as he put his focus on Lisa.
The next day, Alex stood by Lisa's side as the doctor gave her the green light to go home. He treated her with utmost care, ensuring she was comfortable once they arrived home. Settling her down on the couch "About meeting my parents, I have postponed it and decided next work we will go and meet them. I promise." Alex assured her as he caress her bead
Lisa smiled gratefully, nodding in agreement. "That sounds good, Alex. Whatever works for you."
For a day Lisa stayed at home with the maid taking care of Lisa intracted by Alex It was a bored day for her, but she have to listen to Alex words.
The following day, Lisa decided to go to a corycare where she and her foods meet up, including the doctor who had treated her just two days prio The doctor couldn't help but expers her disbelief
"You're crazy, Lisa! Faking an admission to the hospital, and your boyfriend Is Alexander Harris, the Alexander Hanis," the doctor exclaimed, ber eyes wide staring at her as it she is committing a death wish
Lisa called her eyes playfully, counting her, "Fiancé, actually. And it was a last resort. I had to do what I had to do."
"hut still, that was crazy! What if he finds out? What will you do?"
"I'm sure he won't find out cause the only one who knows about it, is you and me. So, if he knows, it means you are the snitch." Lisa snaked which make her calling hereves
"yeah, yeah. Trust me, I won't tell anyone. It's not like I know the man anyway."!
Her other friends entered the café, queting Lisa with excitement. They bombarded her with questions about her relationship with Alexander Harris.
"Is it time you're going to marry Alexander Harrison of her bends asked eagerly.
Lisa beamed with excitement, nodding enthusiastically. "Yes, it's true! Look at this she proodly displayed her engagement ring, causing a choms of squeals, and element from her friends
"That's amazing. LisaTM one friend exclained, clapping her hands indeligla
Lisa, feeling a surge of confidence, declared, "Order whatever you wait, girls. It's one today," she said, feeling a bit mag about her fiance's financial states. The doctor, overheating their conversation, chimed in with ademitation "You're so lucky to have Alexander. He's blindly in love with you
Lisa turkled, ikasledging the tubin the statement "it really is," she agreed, her eyes lighting up at the thought of Alex sweating love for lar
etogether, Lisa's fiends showered her with congratulations and well washes, thrilled about herming marriage to Alexander Häcka
in a conversation with Kayla, Lisa grew irritated by
I course, I will invite you girls. You are the only friends I have." Lisa replied, smiling ear to eat.
Cindy, the doctor glanced to the front door and her eyes widen. She nudged Lisa a few times as she is engage in Cindy nudging as she tam to her and plated.
She tumed to Cindy with a glare, asking sharply. "What?"
Cindy leaned in slightly and whispered "Not to ruin the moment, but isn't that, Claire? Your friend?"
Lisa tollow andy linger as she pointed to the entrance. Lisa frowned as she see Claire.
"What is she doing here? It seems like everywhere I go see her. Is she stalling me?" Lisa can't help grew irritated.
What shit wants one day of peace, but it seems like she can't have it.
As Claire's eves scanned the room, Cindy, Lisa, and Kayla quickly averted their gazes, not wanting to draw any more attention.
However, Lisa decided to confront the situation head-on. She made her way over to where Claire was seated and greeted her with a forced smile. "Long time no
Cindy and Kayla did the same, though with less enthusiasm, their smiles not reaching their eyes.
**What are you doing here? Are you following me around?" Lisa's tone was accusatory, her frustration evident.
Claire's nonchalant demeanor irked Lisa further. With a cold smirk, Claire said. "The world doesn't revolve around you, Lisa."
"Claire, ready to have brunch?" a man's voice called out Claire's name,
It was Adrian, and he was ready to have brunch with Claire.